There are days when you just know that you are doing the right thing; days that reaffirm your hard work is producing the desired impact. We've had those kinds of days recently at Simon Youth Foundation after announcing that Simon Youth Scholarships valued at more than $1.15 million were awarded to 260 nationwide college-bound students in 2011, including many who graduated our Simon Youth Academies.
Our scholarship recipients were notified by personal letter of their awards in late May, and in the weeks that have followed, more than 150 thank-you letters and cards, many hand-written, have been delivered to our office. The notes range in length and style but are consistent in tone, reflecting a collective hope for a brighter future because the scholarships have eased the financial burden that comes with attending a 2- or 4-year college.
“SYF has already opened up a great many doors for me, and now it has opened another. Before I received this award, I was not going to be able to afford to attend a university, but I will be able to attend Wichita State University
- Logan Hobson, Wichita, Kan., graduate of a Simon Youth Academy
“I know that without this scholarship going to college would not be a choice for me. I am incredibly thankful for your generosity. I am pleased that thoughtful organizations like yours exist, making the future of college students manageable.”
- Patricia Castro, San Bernardino, Calif.
“This opportunity will help me significantly as I pursue the life and aspirations that I intend to fulfill. This is an event that has forever changed my life for the better and that will not go to waste or ill use.”
- Cole Wills, Media , Pa.,
“The Simon Youth Foundation has given me the chance to become the nurse I want to be.”
- Abrahim Elgindy, Jersey City , N.J.
“It is truly an honor that you believed in me enough to assist me in continuing my education. I am very grateful and will continue to work hard. Your generosity will not be in vain.”
“These are the things that allow us and encourage us to go forward in fulfilling our dreams and walking the path of bettering ourselves through education. Simon Youth Foundation is helping me find the tools necessary so that I can have an education.”
- Allen Acevedo, Carolina
“The economy’s troubles have created problems for families trying to pay for college, and many foundations have ceased to offer scholarships. I, along with students across the nation, am very grateful to Simon Youth Foundation for helping fund our futures.”
- Kerri Walker, Brandon , Miss.
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