Ryan R. Lusso Memorial Scholarship
Students that have witnessed and cared for, then ultimately lost a parent with cancer have experiences uniquely different from their peers.
This scholarship seeks to give those students who have been touched by cancer a little boost in college and to let them know that they are seen, and we're proud of them, just as their parent is. We want them to go out and do good things…we’re cheering for them!
In honor of Ryan R. Lusso, a devoted father and husband who was curious and passionate about life, love and his people…the gregarious extrovert who never met a stranger.
Any high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who has or had a parent diagnosed with cancer may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, write a short note telling us how your experience with your parent’s cancer journey has impacted who you are.
How has your experience with your parent’s cancer journey impacted who you are?
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The application deadline is Jan 6, 2025. Winners will be announced on Feb 6, 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 Feb 6, 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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