Terrence Hight, Sr. 2024 Awards of Honor Recipient
A native of Rome, Terrence Hight, Sr. was educated at West Rome High School, Coosa Valley Technical College, and Shorter College. Terrence began his intentional work of investing in his home community of Rome — right out of high school. Since that time, he has continued to serve as a leader in sports, youth mentorship, healthcare, education, music, and the arts.
Community Service Activities:
• Leadership Rome Alumni
• 100 Black Men of Rome
• Originator and former Chair of the annual John Stevenson Classic Golf Tournament
• Former Wellness Chair for the Health Initiative for Men, dramatically increasing community participation and including women in the event
• Former Board Member and current Advisory Board Member of the Free Clinic of Rome
• Former Board Member of Communities in Schools
• Former Board Member of the Family Resource Center
• Board Member at Vital Grace
• Former Recreation Department Youth Football Coach — 20 years
• Founded a Jazz production company to highlight local musical talent
• Founder of Hight for Sight, Inc., a non-profit organization providing financial assistance for youth to obtain glasses and other visual aids
Terrence “Poppa T” Hight has one son, Terrence Hight, Jr., and four grandchildren.
Nominator: “Terrence Hight, Sr. is an outstanding example of why Rome is such a great community. His willingness to lead by example for youth in our community ensures that the future of our community continues to be bright.”