Avani Doshi Memorial Scholarship Fund

Avani Doshi, born on November 23rd, 2005, in Pennsylvania, left an indelible mark on our lives. On February 6th, 2017, our world shattered as Avani succumbed to flu-like symptoms, revealing the presence of the insidious DIPG in her brain through a posthumous autopsy. Despite the heartbreak, we choose to remember Avani's graduation year of 2024 with joy, channeling her love for helping others into a meaningful scholarship. Avani, a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church, Oxford, and an active participant in the FROG Youth Group, epitomized kindness and selflessness. Volunteering at the Lighthouse Youth Center, she touched lives with her warm smile and infectious giggle. Known for her welcoming nature, Avani was the first to greet new students, making them feel at ease. Her interests ranged from board games to drawing, reading, and a perennial desire for a dog. Proficient in sports, especially tennis, her classmates vied to have her on their teams. In our mission to perpetuate Avani's legacy, we draw inspiration from her adventurous spirit, resilience in facing challenges, and her sheer enjoyment of life during her brief 11 years. Avani's memory lives on, and through this scholarship, we aim to embody the love, generosity, and compassion that defined her remarkable presence in our lives.