Carla Harris, celebrated author, Wall Street executive, and Obama-appointed chair of the National Women’s Business Council, was the keynote speaker at the Nov. 8 “Lead to Win” event held at the Florida Blue Convention Center. Attended by more than 600 people, including state and city officials and community leaders, the event raised nearly $1 million for educational scholarships for Guardian Catholic School. The funds will further bolster Harris’s alma mater’s ability to provide access to an excellent education for all children, regardless of their ZIP code.
“The outpouring of generosity from our community is incredible, and we simply can’t thank Carla enough for sharing her many gifts of time, treasure and guidance with Guardian and our students,” said Sister Dianne Rumschlag, head of school. “She’s an incredible role model, one who truly has not forgotten her roots and understands the importance education plays in building a successful life.”
Hosted by GuideWell and Florida Blue President and CEO Patrick Geraghty, and presented by Florida Blue, the event included an invocation from Bishop Erik Pohlmeier from the Diocese of St. Augustine, a conversation between Harris and Geraghty, a proclamation from the City of Jacksonville declaring Nov. 8 “Carla Harris Day,” and surprise announcements from the Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Fund and Florida Blue.
During the luncheon, Delores Barr Weaver announced a $250,000 gift to Guardian, which was matched with a $250,000 check from Florida Blue. The gifts will fund an endowed scholarship at Guardian in perpetuity.
“Education and health go hand in hand. In line with our commitment to help end generational poverty in critically underserved communities across the state, Florida Blue is proud to match the $250,000 donation from the Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Fund to create an endowed scholarship that will provide opportunities for deserving children in the Jacksonville community to attend Guardian,” said Geraghty.
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