The Alliance of Women Executives (AWE) held its 8th annual scholarship awards dinner on April 29th at Wycliffe Golf & Country Club. The event, emceed by WPTV news anchor Shannon Cake, celebrated the achievements of 24 outstanding high school graduates who are continuing their education at Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University or Palm Beach State College.
The event was sponsored by Flagler Credit Union, Plastridge Insurance, Quatrro Business Solution Services and Universal Property and Casualty Insurance. “We are profoundly grateful for our sponsors support which is made possible through their unwavering commitment to education and community development” said Vicki Tate, AWE’s president.
In addition to the scholarships, Florida Power & Light provided each recipient with a new laptop to support their academic endeavors. A Maxwell Career Assessment was also provided to help guide the students’ professional development and Prom Beach extended a special offer to the students allowing them to select formal wear for future events.
A highlight of the evening was the awarding of the second multiyear scholarship through a raffle to one student, adding an element of surprise and excitement to the celebration.
The scholarship recipients represent 16 Palm Beach County high schools. Of the 24 awardees, 10 will attend Palm Beach State College, 7 will become students at Florida Atlantic University, 5 will attend Palm Beach Atlantic University and 2 will pursue their studies at Lynn University. Notably, 11 of the recipients will be the first in their families to attend college, underscoring the profound impact these scholarships have on their educational aspirations.
The students plan to pursue a wide range of degrees, including nursing, law, STEM fields, medicine, psychology and the arts, showcasing both the academic diversity and ambition of the next generation.
Founded 9 years ago by Vicki Tate, AWE is a committed to supporting young women in Palm Beach County who continue their college education locally. With the 2025 awards, AWE has now granted 151 scholarships, empowering young women to achieve their educational goals and make meaningful contributions to their communities.
For more information about the AWE Scholarship Program or to learn more about the Alliance of Women Executives, please visit www.aweinc.org or email [email protected]