Foundation 4 Change Scholarship
In July 2012, Aaron, Allison, Brielle, and unborn baby Deutscher were killed by a drunk driver while traveling to a family reunion.
Five people tragically lost their lives in this preventable incident that shook communities across North Dakota. The Deutscher family was fun, loving, and active and in the prime of their lives when senseless distracted driving cut their lives short and robbed their family and friends of their presence.
The North Dakota Safety Council and the Deutscher Family Memorial provide higher education opportunities through the Foundation 4 Change Scholarship to those looking to take the next step in their educational journey. This scholarship is open to traditional and non-traditional students and includes those attending traditional and non-traditional education institutions (e.g., community and vocational schools).
This scholarship aims to honor the lives of the Deutscher family by supporting students who are advocates for safe and responsible driving.
Any high school, undergraduate, trade school, or graduate student in North Dakota who has a tie to drunk or distracted driving may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, submit an essay or video telling us about the consequences of drinking and driving, how to promote responsible driving, relevant personal anecdotes, and possible initiatives for raising awareness.
Write a 800-1000 word essay or create a video submission about the importance of not drinking and driving. The essay should address the following:
1. Potential consequences of drinking and driving on individuals and society.
2. Strategies for promoting responsible decision-making regarding alcohol consumption and transportation.
3. Personal anecdotes or experience, if applicable.
4. Suggestions for initiatives or programs that can further raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving within your community or on a larger scale.
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The application deadline is May 30, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jun 30, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 30, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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