 The 246 is the largest number ever to benefit from the program since
Culver's began funding scholarships in 1993. Culver's has invested
more than $1.8 million in student scholarships to more than 1,800
team members since then."Our commitment to our team members
begins at the restaurant level, where we teach them responsibility,
leadership and teamwork skills," says Elaine Aue, owner and operator
of the Lincoln restaurant. "Through the VIP we are able to extend
our commitment by helping them reach their long-term goals."
Team members submit applications for funding, and judging teams
are made up of supply partners and educators.
All 2011 scholarship recipients will be invited to a VIP
recognition ceremony at the River Arts Center in Prairie du Sac,
Wis., and a reception at the Culver's Support Center in August to
celebrate their accomplishments.
Culver's VIP Foundation is a tax-exempt, not-for-profit entity
developed in 2002 to assist young team members in achieving their
goal of earning a college or technical school degree. Primary
financial support of the program comes from the generous
contributions of Culver's supplier partners. Other funding comes
from franchisee support, funding from Culver Franchising System and
special events.
For additional information about Culver's VIP Scholarship
program, visit
www.culversvipfoundation.com.
[Text from file received from
Culver's of
Lincoln]
|
