GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. It has grown into a global movement that inspires millions of people to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity.
Pellissippi State Foundation’s 2020 theme is “SOS” (Suite of Support) for students. The funds in our Suite of Support are aligned with the College’s focus on holistic student support. They are our “go to” funds employed when students find themselves in danger of dropping out due to loss of income, crisis situations, homelessness or hunger.
Our four SOS funds have matching gift partners. Get ready to double your donation! Gifts made between November 16, 2020 – December 1, 2020 will be credited toward the GivingTuesday campaign.
S.O.S. (Suite of Support)
Student Opportunity Fund—Emergency funds that can be utilized to help with transportation, childcare, textbooks or unexpected bills. Match partner: Regions Bank
Homeless Student Scholarship—Designed to support the student who has lost housing or a stable living situation. Match partner: anonymous
Pellissippi Pantry- This resource provides access to healthy foods for students across all five campuses who may be experiencing food insecurity. Match partner: anonymous
General Scholarship—The scholarship with the most flexible criteria to meet the needs of our students. Match partner: First Horizons Foundation
Download your printable SOS for Students I’m a Lifesaver Flag below and share it to social media.
SOS For Students I’m a Lifesaver -Flag