SCHOLARSHIPS
Nashuntae’s Gift
About NaShuntae's Gift
NaShuntae Pleasant-Miles was the deeply respected and influential 1999 Washington DECA State President from Pasco High School. She passed away from a brain tumor in 2003. NaShuntae’s Gift is an annual scholarship to honor a Washington DECA member with outstanding achievements through perseverance.
NaShuntae’s Gift was founded by her father Nate Miles (1978 WA DECA President), Chris McCoy (2001 WA DECA President), and Washington DECA. It is supported by state officer alumni and Washington DECA.
This scholarship will be directly paid to the institution that the winning member is enrolled in or is planning to attend.
Help Continue NaShuntae's Legacy
Donors of $25 or more toward NaShuntae’s Gift will have the opportunity to review applications and vote on the scholarship honorees. A great way to learn about the emerging leaders and entrepreneurs within Washington DECA. See the bottom of the page for more details.
Please email questions to Emily Wray at emily@wadeca.org.
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Your generous donation to NaShuntae’s Gift will support a DECA member and their pursuit of higher education. The winning member will have demonstrated excellence in Washington DECA with integrity and perseverance. Any donation amount is appreciated.
Each donor will receive a vote to select the annual winner. Optionally, each donor will have a networking profile on NaShuntae’s Gift.
“She could have been UN Ambassador, maybe even President.”
NaShuntae Pleasant-Miles
(1980-2003)