ABOUT US
The Village is the brainchild of Marilyn Woodruff. When taking an overall view of the future of the students in the Toccoa-Stephens County area, she became concerned with their preparation for college success and decided to do something about it.
During the 2013 Christmas season, while the entire family was together, she shared her passion for these students and the future of her community. Marilyn decided that by offering scholarships, local seniors would be encouraged to go to college. Her husband and children jumped on board to make that dream a reality.
HISTORY HIGLIGHTS
2013
It was agreed upon amongst the four Woodruffs to raise money to give out an annual scholarship to a deserving student from Stephens County High School.
2014
Foundation launched in June. Fundraising began for the 1st scholarship to be given out in 2015.
2015
Nikelsha Owens becomes the inaugural recipient of The Village Education Foundation’s scholarship. Also, the 1st cohort of The Village Academy’s parents and students meet.
BELIEF
VISION
MISSION
Marilyn Woodruff
Co-Founder & PresidentBOARD OF DIRECTORS
Willie J. Woodruff, Jr.
Co-Founder & Secretary
Marina Woodruff
Co-Founder & Treasurer
William R. Woodruff
CO-FOUNDER