SCORE Charleston SC Receives SunTrust Foundation's 2018 Lighting the Way Award and $75,000 Grant

Charleston, SC, October 20, 2018 --(PR.com)-- Recognized for its contributions to the small business community in the Charleston region, SCORE Charleston SC was awarded a 2018 Lighting the Way Award and $75,000 grant by the SunTrust Foundation.

The SunTrust Foundation's Lighting the Way Awards recognizes select nonprofit organizations that strengthen their local communities through programs that help people better their circumstances and gain financial confidence.

"Supporting the unique needs of our communities is central to our mission, and we recognize outstanding local nonprofit organizations that work tirelessly to meet the needs of their communities," said Stan Little, president of the SunTrust Foundation. "The Lighting the Way Awards celebrate their efforts and continue our partnership with these organizations."

Mark Lattanzio, Region President SunTrust Bank and Matt Giddens, First Vice President, Community Development Manager, SunTrust Bank accompanied Mary Butler, Chapter Chair, and Mel Flaming, Vice Chair, for the awards ceremony Wednesday evening and the Master Series on Thursday morning in Atlanta.

"We really appreciate SunTrust Foundation recognizing our volunteers for all of the work we've done with entrepreneurs and small business owners that want to start or grow their business," she said. "This will help women and veteran owned businesses with education, skill building workshops and grants to move their businesses forward."

Established in 2008, the SunTrust Foundation is committed to supporting a wide range of financial well-being efforts through grants and partnerships with local philanthropic organizations. To date, the SunTrust Foundation has awarded more than $140 million in grants to organizations across the United States.

About SCORE
SCORE synthesizes the American entrepreneurial spirit and volunteerism. Since 1964, SCORE has provided expert volunteer mentoring to more than 11 million entrepreneurs and small business owners. SCORE is committed to helping any person succeed in their small business endeavor through confidential and free mentoring, workshops, and tools.

Contact:
Donna Temple, Admin.
Info.charlestonsc@scorevolunteer.org
www.charlestonsc.score.org

Contact Information:
SCORE Charleston SC
Mary Butler
1-843-727-4778
Contact via Email
charlestonsc.score.org
Donna Temple

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