PACE
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ABOUT
(P.A.C.E) began in 1986 when Earl Cosby*, Clifford Jones, Willie Larkin, Keith Parker, Jonas Rutledge and Median Vidrine joined together to develop enrichment activities primarily for their sons during the summer months. The group expanded their mission of providing activities to include their daughters, wives and others in the community. PACE was incorporated as a 501c (3) organization in 1993.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
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Johnnie Dowdell: 2024-25 Arthur Hill, Sr. Community Service Award Recipient
Awarded to a deserving member of the community to honor a person who is making significant contributions to the community through his/her time, actions, talents and dedication (outside any volunteer work done for their employer).
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Dolly Marshall: 2024-25 Outstanding PACE Member Award Recipient
Recognizes a member(s) who have shown exemplary service, support, and dedication to the organization.
Apply for the 2026
All recipients will be awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 from PACE.
PACE & George D. Echols Scholarships
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PACE Scholarship: Each year, P.A.C.E. awards scholarships in the amount of $1000 each to deserving seniors who display financial need, leadership high academic achievement, and outstanding community service. Applications open in October and close in March.
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George D. Echols Community Service Scholarship: The PACE George D. Echols Community Service Scholarship recognizes students who have made a positive impact in their schools or communities by demonstrating, exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship through service in the community as a volunteer. Recipients of this scholarship will receive a $1,000 scholarship. The deadline to apply is April 30. Check back later for details.
​​​CONGRATULATIONS
​2025 PACE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
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Taylor Dean Howard-Beauregard
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Tremaine Quijavis Nelms-Loachapoka
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Noah Blake Norman-Loachapoka
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Mariah Shantillia Stroud-Auburn
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Alaina Evian Watson-Loachapoka
PREVIOUS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS​​​​​​​​​
Thank you 2025 PACE Scholarship Fundraiser Sponsors
2024 Scholar Sponsor
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WAYS WE HELP
Meaningful Work. Unforgettable Experiences.
HABITAT COOKIE WALK
Supporting Local Community
PACE members baked and donated a variety of homemade cookies to support this beloved community fundraiser, helping raise funds that contribute directly to building safe, affordable homes for local families. By joining neighbors and other community partners at the Cookie Walk, PACE continued its mission of service, fellowship, and meaningful action that strengthens the Auburn–Opelika community.
COMMUNITY MARKET
Reinforcing our Commitment
With our organization’s mission always in mind, our members strive to find new strategies to lend a helping hand with this challenge. Monthly monetary donations and reducing food insecurity is something that we take very seriously, and our members are working each and every month to make a positive impact by volunteering and financially supporting this local community effort. Contact us to learn more about our commitment to this cause.
EDUCATING YOUTH
One Step at a Time
People of Action for Community Enrichment is dedicated to stepping up our efforts in addressing this issue. Our members seek to make a positive impact through efforts that promote cooperation and educational attainment for our community members. We believe we can work together with community stakeholders to facilitate ways to empower youth and families in our area. We are always striving to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support.
