The Community Foundation of the North State announces a scholarship opportunity for those facing severe medical adversity.
The Prudence Rose Kennedy Fund, in memory of Prudy Kennedy, retired city clerk of the city of Mt. Shasta, was established through her bequest to benefit and support the advancement of medical, educational, social, environmental and artistic purposes.
To be eligible, an applicant must be
- A high school senior graduating from one of the following counties or an undergraduate student from one of the following counties: Butte, Glenn, Humboldt, Lassen, Mendocino, Modoc, Plumas, Shasta, Siskiyou, Tehama and Trinity
- Diagnosed with a severe medical condition, with preferred consideration for students diagnosed with cystic fibrosis
- Planning to attend an accredited trade school, community college or four-year college/university the fall after graduation
Those interested can apply using the foundation’s universal application.