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M A R C H 2 0 2 6 | PA L M B E A C H G A R D E N S L I V I N G 13 Complementing Palm Beach State’s mission to transform lives through education, Patti and the TeamWork Board are driven to serve ALICE (Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed) level households. The result of United Way research, ALICE refers to those who do not qualify for economic benefits and cannot afford basic necessities yet contribute to our workforce. “TeamWork often invests in those who typically don’t have opportunities, and our greatest intent is employment and sustainability, outcomes we want for students, especially through our Palm Beach State partnership.” For Mike, a biotechnology student, the TeamWork Scholarship has been life-changing. “I work full-time as an overnight security guard at a hospital, then go straight to class. The scholarship has eased a huge financial burden and allows me to finish my degree and pursue genetics research.” For Tulita, the first in her family to attend college, the scholarship has opened doors she never thought possible. “I’m working at Publix while going to school, and this scholarship is everything to me because it means I can finish my education and hopefully realize my dream.” Patti and the TeamWork Board are delivering their brand of philanthropy through foundations, individual contributors, and communities, such as Frenchman’s Reserve in Palm Beach Gardens. Eager for others to learn more about Palm Beach State, Patti sees possibilities for expanding their reach to the College’s four other campuses: Belle Glade, Boca Raton, Lake Worth, and Loxahatchee Groves. “We strive to be an educational vehicle for social change while elevating the workforce, and we’re proud to do so with the Foundation for Palm Beach State.” Andria Cunningham, Vice President of Advancement and CEO of the Foundation for Palm Beach State College, appreciates how the collaboration extends beyond traditional financial aid. “We are grateful for TeamWork Education’s support of our students, not only through scholarships but also through mentorships.” Empowering students as agents of change for the community, TeamWork’s leadership and board want to educate people about Palm Beach State as a tremendous resource that fuels our workforce. In fact, if you live, work, or play in the community, you have likely crossed paths with a Palm Beach State graduate through an array of industries and businesses. Moreover, the College maintains an annual $1.4 billion economic impact on Palm Beach County. An African proverb tells us, If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. For Patti Lehrhoff and her Board, their mission to go far and elevate our community is made stronger through a Palm Beach State partnership and the power of TeamWork. If TeamWork’s mission to serve our students and workforce speaks to you, please contact the Foundation for Palm Beach State College to learn how you, too, can be a true difference maker for our community. ANDRIA M. CUNNINGHAM, MSW, CFRE CEO FOUNDATION FOR PBSC EMAIL: cunninga@pbsc.edu PHONE: 954-330-5761 Health sciences (sonography) at PBSC Photo credit: Neil Cohen Photography