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LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program |
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The loss of a parent or guardian is one of life's most difficult ordeals. The emotional strain can be devastating to children and young adults. And for too many families, an untimely death also brings financial stress, making recovery all the more difficult.
Recognizing the character and perseverance that so many young people show in the face of such adversity, the LIFE Foundation sponsors the LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program for college students and college-bound high school seniors. Qualified entrants who submit essays or videos about how the death of a parent or guardian impacted their lives are eligible for $65,000 in scholarship money. Why LIFE Lessons?Paying for college is a major financial challenge for most American families, but it becomes infinitely more difficult when a parent dies at an early age. Typically, parents can be counted on to provide at least some financial support for college. But when they’re gone and can no longer lend a financial hand, college often seems out of reach for many young people. LIFE takes great pride in being able to help deserving young people realize their dream of achieving a college education. LIFE Lessons also provides the LIFE Foundation with the opportunity to help all parents understand the important role that life insurance plays within a sound college-funding plan. Parents’ dreams of a college education for their children don’t need to die when they do. If parents account for college funding in their life insurance planning, they can take comfort in knowing that their children will have the chance to pursue a higher education and realize their full potential. Note to StudentsLIFE awards LIFE Lessons Scholarships once a year. Typically, applications are solicited during the March/April timeframe and scholarship recipients are notified in the early part of the summer. The deadline for the 2009 scholarship program has passed but check back here next year when you can apply using the following link: www.lifehappens.org/scholarship. Entering the contest is easy. First, read the rules to make sure you qualify. Then, either enter online or call (202) 464-5000 x4446 to request a paper entry form. In addition to some basic information, you'll need to submit a brief essay (500 words max) or video (3 minutes max) describing your overall experience and how your loss impacted your college plans. If you have any questions, please call (202) 464-5000 x4446, or email scholarship@lifehappens.org. Donate to the LIFE Lessons Scholarship FundLIFE accepts individual contributions from those wishing to support this important initiative. Your financial support can make a world of difference for a young person struggling to afford a college education due to the loss of a parent or guardian. Donations to the LIFE Lessons Scholarship Fund are tax-deductible. Click here to donate. |
