The 糖心vlog传媒Foundation needs the public鈥檚 help to reach its $50,000 goal for the COVID-19 Student Hope Campaign.
The campaign, which was started to help students reduce the financial barriers caused by the pandemic and give them hope for a brighter future, is only $11,000 away from the finish line.
鈥淲e want to support 50 students with a $1,000 bursary each to help pay for college so they can reach their educational, career and life goals,鈥� said Randall Heidt, Executive Director of the 糖心vlog传媒Foundation. 鈥淐OVID-19 has been difficult for everyone, but it has been especially challenging for some students who were unable to work or save for their education because of the pandemic.鈥�
Every year, individuals, families, and organizations help about 500 local students, but up to 200 eligible students in need do not receive assistance due to lack of available funds. That number is rising because of COVID-19.
鈥淲e are so grateful for NISU鈥檚 support and the support of our donors who have helped us raise about $39,000,鈥� said Heidt. 鈥淲e are hopeful that community members will be inspired by students supporting students and help us raise the final $11,000. 100% of every donation will directly support a student in need.鈥�
Last year鈥檚 undersupported applicants included single parents, low-income residents, and disadvantaged youth. With student applications already being accepted online until April 27 at , the deadline to receive additional funding into this year鈥檚 Awards program is fast approaching.
鈥淚n addition to the tragic loss of lives and the immediate financial strain the pandemic has caused, there is also a potential long-term impact to the economy,鈥� Heidt said. 鈥淥ur communities cannot afford a gap in an educated and skilled workforce that COVID-19 threatens to create.鈥�
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