15th annual BPW Fashion Show a success

Last week, marking the organization’s 15th year in the community, Pell City Business and Professional Women held its annual fashion show.
The event, which raises money for scholarships, was highlighted by presentations from prior recipients and creative looks on the runway. This year’s show was emceed by WVTM 13 News meteorologist Harmony Mendoza, and the Pell City High School jazz band provided live music.
Funds raised during the fashion show support furthering education for students from Pell City High and Victory Christian Schools. To date, more than 100 scholarships have been awarded through the fashion shows hosted by the BPW.
President Teresa Carden said she believes professional women not only should support their peers but also assist in raising the next generation.
“Women need to remember how they’ve been helped by others in the past,” Carden said. “The most important trait we can have is a servant’s heart, wanting to give and help others.”
This mindset has been the basis of the organization’s mission for over 60 years. Carden said she hopes that the assistance BPW provides women with will continue to be passed on for generations.
BPW also works with local organizations like the YWCA and girls ranches, providing needed items or filling mentorship roles.

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