Kaylee Freesmeier

Dear Tisch Environmental, Inc, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for selecting me as the recipient of the Rooted in Change Scholarship. It truly means the world to receive this recognition from an organization dedicated to fostering positive change and empowering future leaders in STEM and environmental science. Your generous support lifts a significant financial weight from my shoulders and allows me to focus more deeply on my studies as I prepare for my senior year at Saint Joseph High School. With your help, I’m one step closer to pursuing my dream of double majoring in Environmental Science/Studies and Molecular Biology. My goal is to make meaningful contributions toward a healthier, more sustainable planet and to play my part in fighting climate change. Being involved in clubs and leadership roles, from the ASL Honor Society to the Drama Club, has shown me how important it is to work together and inspire others. Your commitment to making a better future inspires me to do even more, and motivates me to pursue innovation and advocacy for our environment. I’m truly grateful for your kindness and forward-thinking vision. Your support not only helps me, but also encourages me to give back and create lasting impact, just as you have. Thank you, Kaylee Freesmeier

Inika Bansal

Dear Tisch Environmental Inc, As I looked at my inbox, with one unread email, my eyes widened at the title. As one of the premier scholarships I applied to, your scholarship grant is a dream come true. In my childhood, I saw the impacts of trash. From David Attenborough documentaries on the trash clusters on remote islands in Southeast Asia, I saw the effects of trash on our environment. So, after watching a particularly heartbreaking scene of plastic bottle caps in puffin nests, I decided to look up the cause of the problem. With your help, I can push my solution to trash monitoring to the next level. Your scholarship will aid me in my endeavors, helping me improve my projects in ways that were hindered by money. Through your generous amount of money, me and other students can continue to push through our global issue, creating a better Earth for generations to come. Thank you, Inika Bansal

Connor Hsiao

Dear Tisch Environmental, Inc, I'm incredibly grateful for being chosen as the recipient of the Most Gen Z Human Alive Scholarship. It means a lot to me to be recognized for my creativity and personality, and I truly appreciate your support. This award makes a real difference by easing the financial pressures of college and letting me focus on my goals in Sports Management and Marketing. With this support, I can dedicate more time to growing my skills in graphic design, digital marketing, and leadership, all while staying active in my roles with the cross country and track teams. Beyond my passion for design and athletics, I’m inspired by your commitment to empowering future leaders in STEM and environmental science. Your belief in fostering innovation motivates students like me to work harder and dream bigger. Thanks to your generosity, I feel encouraged to continue pushing creative boundaries and contributing to my community. I hope to pay this kindness forward one day and help others achieve their dreams as well. Thank you, Connor Hsiao

Dishyah Anderson

I am truly honored to be the recipient of this award. Being a winner of this scholarship means I’m one step closer to my dream of bridging the gap between black women and the IT industry. I am so grateful to have the chance to graduate from college debt free. It is because of donors like you that students like me can strive to achieve their dreams. I am committed to making the most of this opportunity and can’t wait to one day give back to others in a similar way. Thank you so much for your kindness and support. I promise this won’t be a waste.