3RD ANNUAL FIRST-GEN CELEBRATION BREAKFAST!

Join Persist Coaching on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 14TENN Events for our 3rd Annual Sunrise to Success: First-Gen Celebration Breakfast, proudly sponsored by Amazon.

This signature fundraising breakfast brings together Nashville’s education, business, and community leaders to celebrate first-generation college students and invest in the support they need to persist, graduate, and thrive.

This year’s theme, “Closing the Gap. Changing the Story.”, reflects Persist’s commitment to addressing postsecondary access and persistence gaps while uplifting the real stories, talent, and determination of students navigating their college and career journeys.

Guests will experience an inspiring morning featuring student stories, meaningful networking, and a powerful panel discussion with industry experts and allies who are committed to expanding opportunity and supporting student success.

Our goal is to raise $50,000 to support Persist’s college coaching program. Your attendance, sponsorship, or donation directly helps first-generation students persist through college, achieve their academic and career goals, and create lasting impact for themselves, their families, and Nashville’s future.

Doors open at 7:30 AM. Program begins at 8:00 AM.

2026 Persist Sunrise to Success

Closing the gap. Changing the story.