A Health Coach Gives Back by Paying It Forward

Tena Kari Mitchell '74 speaks directly and from the heart. A teacher for 32 years and now a certified holistic health coach, Kari has dedicated herself to helping others transform their lives through lifestyle choices. And when it comes to Scripps, she sees an opportunity to transform lives by creating opportunities.

"Attending Scripps was a life-changing experience for me. It allowed me to connect with very bright and talented women who were also on their own journey. All of us were on a mission of self-discovery," Kari says. "Those four years taught me about myself, and strengthened my core and my values. So I have to give back. I need to make it possible for another young lady to gain that experience and to get the feeling that Scripps gave me."

To accomplish this, Kari has designated a portion of her estate to one day create the Tena Kari Mitchell Scholarship Fund. This fund will provide tuition support for students meeting particular criteria.

In arranging to provide this support, Kari has ensured a bright future for Scripps students. Another benefit? She is able to take personal gratification in her gift today.

"Honestly, I get choked up just thinking about it," she says.

To make a future gift, contact the Office of Gift Planning at (909) 621-8400 or giftplanning@scrippscollege.edu.