Samford alumna Trudy Cathy White, the only daughter of Jeanette and S. Truett Cathy, the founder of Chick-fil-A, will be “coming home” to share an inspirational message at the Legacy League’s annual Scholarship Luncheon on Feb.14.
At the age of 19, White opened Birmingham’s second Chick-fil-A restaurant, making her one of the youngest operators in company history. She is the author of several books, most recently “A Legacy that Lasts.”
White and her husband, John, served for 20 years with the International Mission Board, after which Trudy White spent 13 years directing WinShape Camps for Girls. The Whites co-founded Lifeshape and Impact 360 Institute.
The annual Scholarship Luncheon, which is open to the public, will be held at a country club in Vestavia Hills.
Premium sponsors of the event are Brookdale University Park and Wells Fargo Advisors.
A silent auction will be held when doors open at 10:45 a.m., and the program will begin at 11:30 a.m. Reservations are required. Tickets cost $55, $25 of which is a tax-deductible donation. To make reservations and get more information, visit samford.edu/legacyleague.
To date, the Legacy League has awarded more than $1.5 million in scholarships to assist students who have endured challenges including homelessness, inner-city violence, death or disability of a parent, abandonment, parental addiction and incarceration and the sacrifices of full-time ministry.
The philanthropic organization also offers volunteer opportunities and inspirational programs. It has more than 800 members ranging in age from 22 to 102.
