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Donor Profile: Dan Leahy Scholarship Fund

Scholarships, grants, and award winners for Dan Leahy Scholarship Fund's causes.
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Dan Leahy Scholarship Fund

Martinez

Donor since Jan, 2022

Contributions

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    Anonymous

    $50
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Scholarship

8

Winners

$9,000

Total Donations

Jan, 2022

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Mission

“If it is a disgrace to a man when he cannot defend himself in a bodily way, it would be absurd not to think him disgraced when he cannot defend himself with reason in a speech.” -Aristotle, The Rhetoric Dan Leahy was a staunch supporter of Speech and Debate for all students. He believed that every student should have access to education that will make them critical thinkers, articulate speakers and advocates for their communities. Following his unexpected death in 2021 at the age of 39, Dan's family created the Dan Leahy Scholarship Fund to help further advance his passion.

Letters from winners

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    Justice Escobedo

    Dear Dan Leahy Scholarship Fund, I am deeply honored and grateful to be selected as a recipient of the Dan Leahy Scholarship. This scholarship holds special significance for me, as it embodies the values of critical thinking, articulate expression, and community advocacy that were championed by Mr. Leahy. Aristotle's words resonate profoundly with me, reminding me of the importance of not only physical defense but also the defense of ideas through reasoned discourse. I am committed to honing my skills in speech and debate, knowing that these abilities will empower me to contribute meaningfully to my community. Receiving this scholarship motivates me to continue striving for excellence in my education and beyond. I am sincerely thankful to the Leahy family and all those involved in supporting this scholarship fund. Your generosity enables students like me to pursue our academic and personal aspirations with confidence. Thank you once again for this incredible opportunity. I look forward to making the most of it and carrying forward the legacy of Dan Leahy through my endeavors. Warm regards, Justice Escobedo

Funds

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Scholarships

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