Donation Will Provide Scholarship Support at Tri County Tech
The Arvest Foundation has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Tri County Tech Foundation to help provide scholarship support for area students pursuing career and technical education.
The donation was presented recently by Arvest Bank Bartlesville Region President David Nickel and mortgage lender Jill Carse-Hron to Kim Smith, Tri County Tech chief financial officer and Foundation executive director, and Champagne Kane, Tri County Tech marketing director and Foundation relations coordinator.
"It is our pleasure to present this check on behalf of the Arvest Foundation," Nickel said. "This donation will help Tri County Tech students achieve their career training aspirations, while also helping to create a viable workforce for our community."
The Tri County Tech Foundation works to remove barriers that may prevent students from completing career training programs. The organization’s mission is to ensure students have access to educational opportunities that prepare them for skilled careers and workforce success.
Kane said the grant will help students overcome financial challenges that can hinder educational progress.
"We are grateful to the Arvest Foundation for investing in the success of Tri County Tech students," Kane said. "Scholarship support helps remove financial barriers that might otherwise prevent students from pursuing or completing career training. This generous gift will help students stay focused on their education, achieve their goals, and enter the workforce prepared to make a difference in our communities."
Foundation officials said the scholarship funding will assist students as they pursue workforce training opportunities and help meet the demand for skilled workers throughout the region.
*Article Credit: Arvest Foundation and Bartlesville Radio
About The Arvest Foundation
The Arvest Foundation seeks to provide funding to grantees who are actively working to create positive change for others. Major areas of focus include: K-12 education, economic development, and enhancing the quality of life throughout the Arvest footprint. Learn more at arvest.com/foundation.
About Tri County Tech Foundation
Founded in 1969, the Tri County Tech Foundation exists to support students attending Tri County Tech, Oklahoma's first CareerTech district. With locations in Bartlesville, Pawhuska, and Nowata, Tri County Tech is a leader in career-focused education and workforce development. Foundation support is available in three key areas: Tuition Assistance, Emergency Aid, and Food Assistance—empowering TCT students to succeed by providing essential support.