JACKSON, Tenn. September 17, 2024 — The Greater Jackson Chamber is excited to announce Leaders Education Foundation as the official Education Sponsor, reinforcing its dedication to education and workforce development in the community. As the Education Sponsor, Leaders Education Foundation will support a variety of impactful initiatives aimed at fostering educational excellence and workforce readiness for students and educators in Jackson. 

As the Education Sponsor, Leaders Education Foundation will help support key initiatives including The Education Connection, Manufacturing Day, Pathways2Possibilities, professional development days for local schools and the annual Education Breakfast.  

"We are honored to work with the Greater Jackson Chamber to help strengthen the connection between our business community and our schools," said Leigh Anne Bentley, President of the Leaders Education Foundation. "This partnership embodies our commitment to supporting those who shape our children's future. By working together, we can create an environment where both businesses and educators thrive, ultimately benefiting the entire community." 

Founded in 2019, the Leaders Education Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization based in Jackson, Tennessee. The Foundation’s mission is to unite community-minded individuals, businesses and organizations to improve lives through education. 

"We are grateful for the Leaders Education Foundation’s commitment to education and partnering with the Greater Jackson Chamber," said Lauren Saliba, Vice President of Education and Leadership Development at the Greater Jackson Chamber. “By leveraging the resources and expertise of local businesses through educational programs, we are continuing to build a powerful support system that will have a lasting impact on our students’ educational journey.” 

About the Greater Jackson Chamber 
The Greater Jackson Chamber was founded in 1905 – seven years prior to the United States Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber consists of a diverse and talented staff, an executive committee, dedicated volunteers, and more than 1,000 business members – all committed to growing the economy and quality of life for everyone in Madison County and the region. 

About Leaders Education Foundation 
Leaders Education Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization established in 2019 and based in Jackson, Tenn. The Foundation allows community-minded citizens, members, and organizations to unite to make lives better together. It invests in its community through scholarships, grants, and additional resources that provide educational opportunities and promote workforce development, lifelong learning, and training for students, teachers, and its community. For more information about Leaders Education Foundation or to become a member to Give Forward, please visit leadersgives.org. 

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