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Cobb EMC Foundation Donates To Reinhardt Scholarship Program

Cobb EMC donated to the ADay Program that helps students in Cherokee county with college fees to further their education.

From Reinhardt University: The Cobb EMC Community Foundation has been a strong supporter of ADay for Reinhardt for many years, and the organization recently made its annual gift to the University scholarship program.

ADay for Reinhardt relies on community businesses, organizations and individuals to assist with student scholarship for Cherokee County residents attending Reinhardt University.

"The Cobb EMC Community Foundation proudly supports programs that invest in students within our service district that want to further their education. The ADay program at Reinhardt allows usthat opportunity,” said Carol Shaddix, chairwoman of The Cobb EMC Community Foundation.

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Dale Morrissey, director of development and external relations for Reinhardt, said the University is thankful for the Cobb EMC members who choose to round up their bill each month to help fund the foundation and to the foundation board of directors who choose to support Reinhardt.

“We appreciate all that the Cobb EMC Community Foundation does for Reinhardt University,”Morrissey said. “Their longtime support of the University shows their connection and dedication to the community and helping to educate the leaders of our future.”

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ADay for Reinhardt has provided more than $4.8 million in financial assistance for Cherokee County residents attending Reinhardt University since its inception in 1988. For more information about ADay for Reinhardt, visit Reinhardt.edu/ADay or contact Dale Morrissey at (770) 720-5506 or DSM1@Reinhardt.edu

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