Run for the roses
scholarship luncheon
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Purpose & vision
At the heart of the Run for the Roses Scholarship Luncheon is a powerful mission: supporting scholarships and educational opportunities for individuals pursuing higher education. Through sponsorships, donations, and community support, the event helps Say Y.E.S. Foundation continue investing in:
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Scholarship funding
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Educational advancement
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Leadership development
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Student empowerment
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Future career and success opportunities
Every contribution helps create pathways for growth, achievement, and long-term impact.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
The Run for the Roses Scholarship Luncheon is designed to create an experience that is both memorable and meaningful. Event highlights may include:
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Elegant Derby-inspired décor
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Community fellowship and networking
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Scholarship-centered programming
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Fashionable guest attire and themed experiences
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Inspirational moments celebrating education and opportunity
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Community engagement and impact initiatives
Each year, the luncheon continues to bring together individuals who believe in the power of education, leadership, and community impact.
PAST LUNCHEON GALLERY
Take a look back at memorable moments from previous Run for the Roses Scholarship Luncheons.
STAY TUNED
Stay connected with Say Y.E.S. Foundation for future event announcements, sponsorship opportunities, and updates regarding next year’s Run for the Roses Scholarship Luncheon.
We look forward to continuing this annual tradition of elegance, purpose, and impact.
An Elegant Afternoon of Purpose, Fellowship & Impact
The Run for the Roses Scholarship Luncheon is an annual signature event hosted by Say Y.E.S. Foundation that brings together community leaders, supporters, professionals, and advocates for an elevated Derby-inspired experience centered on scholarship, opportunity, and impact. This stylish afternoon gathering blends timeless elegance with meaningful purpose while celebrating the collective power of investing in future generations. Inspired by the sophistication and spirit of the Derby, the luncheon creates an atmosphere rooted in fellowship, fashion, community engagement, and service.
Guests can expect an elegant and thoughtfully curated experience featuring a refined luncheon setting, Derby-inspired attire and style, and meaningful opportunities for networking and fellowship. The event is intentionally designed to foster connection while highlighting community-centered engagement and scholarship-driven impact, creating a space where purpose and celebration come together in a memorable way.
While there are no races, the spirit of the Derby lives on through elegance, connection, and a shared commitment to expanding educational opportunity. Each year, the Run for the Roses Scholarship Luncheon continues to grow as a meaningful celebration of service, leadership, scholarship, and community impact.
