A “Fireflies and Magnolias” theme complete with twinkling lights and a country porch for rocking welcomed donors when The ISTC Foundation hosted an evening of southern hospitality in June.

Friends of the foundation contributed over $17,000 for use in purchasing tools and equipment for ISTC graduates preparing to enter the workforce.

Highlighting the evening was an acoustic performance-in-the-round by country artists Red Marlow and Phillip White. Best known for his appearance on NBC’s The Voice, Marlow has been performing country and gospel music since an early age.