Jason David Anderson Memorial Scholarship
Jason David Anderson was a beloved brother, son and father who passed away suddenly on June 19, 2023, succumbing to the deadly drug fentanyl.
Jason was only forty-seven years old at the time of his passing and left behind a nine-year-old son. His battle with addiction began when he was a freshman in high school and he continued to struggle with the disease throughout his life. Jason was adored by all who knew him due to his charming personality, humor, quick wit, excellent talent as an auto salesman and manager, and genuine care in helping others struggling with addiction. He had a fierce love and devotion for his family, including his dad, his son, and his three sisters. He will always be loved and missed by his family and friends, and he will never be forgotten.
This scholarship seeks to keep the memory of Jason David Anderson alive and honor him by supporting students who are pursuing higher education in order to help people who struggle with addiction.
Any high school or undergraduate student in New Jersey who has at least a 3.0 GPA and has been impacted by addiction in some way may apply for this scholarship if they’re pursuing a major in healthcare or drug rehabilitation.
To apply, tell us about your experience with addiction and your goals in the field of healthcare or rehabilitation.
Explain experiences you have had with a family member, friend, or yourself battling addiction and how it affected you or your loved ones. Additionally, describe your goals and intentions in pursuing a college major in healthcare or rehabilitation.
Winners and Finalists
June 2025
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The application deadline is May 18, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 18, 2026.
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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 18, 2026. 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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