Path to College

We’re thrilled to welcome Shayla Adkins as the newest member of the Path to College board! ? Shayla is a seasoned financial professional with over 23 years of experience in wealth management and client services. As a Trust Officer at First Horizon Bank, she supports high-net-worth clients while ensuring compliance and fostering strong relationships. Previously, Shayla held key roles at JPMorgan Chase, managing affluent client portfolios. She holds a BA in Business Management from Wilmington University and is pursuing an MA in Financial Planning and Law from Regent University. Her expertise and dedication to excellence make her a valuable addition to our team. Welcome aboard, Shayla!

We’re thrilled to announce that Matt Lincoln, News Anchor at WPEC-TV CBS12 News, will be joining us as the emcee for our upcoming Shine & Dine event! His expertise and engaging presence are the perfect fit for this special night of celebration and community support. Tickets are available now—secure yours today and join us for an evening to remember! https://lnkd.in/gtbPxUuJ

Thank you Lisa LaFrance for the incredible impact and legacy of giving you are building in Palm Beach County. It’s such a privilege to know and work with you, my friend! Thank you to David Lyons, SPHR, CCE, SCP, CCP for sharing your “why” for volunteering as a mentor with Path to College. It was such a pleasure partnering with Palm Beach County gem Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Thank you for having us! Dave, Jennifer Sullivan, Alexandra Alfred, MSW and Mumbi O'Brien. Our mission’s impact is contingent on the dedicated and passionate service of so many champions in our community. Thank you for being a part of our movement.

We had a full house at the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County for Master Path last week! We were inspired by the fireside chat between Lisa LaFrance and our CEO, Christine Sylvain, and moved by the touching stories shared by mentor/mentee duo, David Lyons and Carlos Canales. It was an inspiring night of connection! We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us! Master Path resumes in the new year! Be sure to grab your ticket for our March 6th Master Path here! https://lnkd.in/gYkUNktK

Curious about becoming a mentor? Join us at the Norton Museum of Art on Saturday, November 16th, for a unique opportunity to learn about Path to College’s mentorship program! Learn more about Path to College's mentorship program, meet Melissa Cubillos, our Volunteer Engagement Manager, and get your questions answered! Plus, enjoy complimentary museum access—our treat! ?? Date: Saturday, November 16th, 10:30am-12pm? ?? Location: Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Ready to make a difference? Register now and come explore the power of mentorship with us at the Norton! https://bit.ly/3UGi0Bw #PathToCollege

? It’s launch day for Light the Path! Partner with us in your end-of-year giving to ensure under-served students get into four-year universities debt-free. Every gift, big or small, makes a difference. Watch this video to hear straight from our students how Path to College changes lives! https://lnkd.in/eGmpA8Rp Ready to us light the way? Click here! https://lnkd.in/ecMGKG2E #LightThePath #EndOfYearGiving

Master Path with Lisa LaFrance is THIS Thursday! Will we see you there? Get your ticket here! https://lnkd.in/d5teYJJh

We’re thrilled to share that thanks to our generous supporters, we reached our $10,000 match! ?? This funding is crucial to our mission to ensure under-served students get in to four-year universities debt-free. Our deepest gratitude goes out to every donor who made this milestone possible, especially Latasha Akoma, Jonathan Sullivan, Jennifer Grimes, Joseph Toback, Ann Polya, Ph.D., John Kelly, Patty Sylvain, Carol Pichney, Sarah MacNamee, PhD, Jaime Akkusu, Kim and Scott Marsch, McKenzie Marsch, Jane Andrews, and Aniqa Ahmed. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us make college dreams come true—debt-free!

Transportation should never be a barrier to opportunity! Path to College is thrilled to announce that, thanks to a grant from a generous community, we now have a van for our students! For so many of our students, transportation is a significant challenge. This new van helps bridges the transportation gap, ensuring that our students have the access they deserve!? A heartfelt thank you to those who made this possible! We're just $3,065 away from our $10,000 match goal! Will you help us? https://lnkd.in/ebUcWcud

We’re so excited for our next Master Path with Lisa LaFrance on November 7th, especially because it’s taking place at the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County—one of the most beautiful and iconic spaces in our area! ????? We look forward to gathering with local changemakers in this inspiring venue for a night of leadership, connection, and great conversations. Huge thank you to the Cultural Council for hosting us! Don’t miss out—this will be a special evening! Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/d5teYJJh