Shoals Scholar Dollars

06/02/2026

This Friday we host our yearly June Jubilee Golf Tournament where 34 teams compete to take home this year's title.

We are grateful to our amazing partners:

QuikMart - Golden Jubilee Sponsor and Breakfast Sponsor
North American Lighting, Inc. - Golden Jubilee Sponsor
Tennessee Valley Authority - Golden Jubilee Sponsor
University of North Alabama - Golden Jubilee Sponsor

AE Shoals - Registration Sponsor

ES Robbins - June Juice Beverage Cart

Singing River Toyota - New car sponsor

The Oakley Agency - Alfa Insurance - $10K Hole in One sponsor

WQLT - Radio sponsor

05/20/2026

Have you bought your cookies yet??? All this month at the Chick-fil-A Florence, for every cookie you purchase, you are helping Shoals Scholar Dollars meet their mission (plus the cookies are DELISH!). Stop by and get a dozen or two!

05/11/2026

Have you bought your chocolate chip cookie from Chick-fil-A Florence yet? A portion of sales comes back to Shoals Scholar Dollars for the month of May! To win a Chick-fil-A gift card, simply LIKE and SHARE this post.

05/07/2026

Your photos are SO good. We think the event is amazing and are glad you made it this year!

05/07/2026

Thank you for coming and for your amazing pictures. We are so happy you enjoyed the event!

Of all the decadent desserts in the Shoals, is it possible that a traditional breakfast treat took the title Best Dessert in the Shoals?

Read our latest issue of Local Food Fight to find out who won first, along with the many talented food artists (Lee Street Café, Spellbound Sweets Florence , Claunch Cafe, BossBabe Brownie Company) who showed up for the Shoals Chamber competition last week.

Link in the comments.

05/06/2026

ALL MONTH LONG at Chick-fil-A Florence - it's Cookies for College. Every time you purchase a cookie from the Florence Chick-fil-A, a portion of sales goes to Shoals Scholar Dollars. LIKE and SHARE this post for your chance to win a CFA gift card and let's eat cookies!!!

05/01/2026

04/30/2026

Today's the day! Betty’s is bringing a thick graham cracker cookie topped with caramel cheesecake frosting and homemade salted caramel sauce.

Tickets & more info: https://business.shoalschamber.com/events/details/sweet-sounds-of-the-shoals-2026-12481?calendarMonth=2026-04-01

04/29/2026

Meet our Board: Burt Helton

Burt Helton serves as Executive Director of Shoals Scholar Dollars, an organization that provides college scholarships to graduating seniors across 17 local high schools.

With 26 years in education, Burt has experience across many areas, from leading a highly recognized PreK program to developing and delivering professional development for educators. He is known for building strong relationships and motivating others to make a difference.

In addition to his work in education, Burt serves as a Medicare Insurance Specialist, helping seniors navigate their healthcare options. He has also been actively involved in community service, including leadership roles with the Tennessee Valley Art Association, Habitat for Humanity, and the Miss Alabama and Miss America Scholarship Organization.

Thank you, Burt, for your leadership and continued investment in the Shoals community.