- April 20, 2024
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The Florida Endowment Foundation for Florida Graduates launched a contest for Florida students to win seed money totaling $10,000 to help alumni realize their goals.
"Our mission is to help students maximize their future opportunities, and this is the next step to making sure we continue to do that even after they graduate," said the Foundation's CEO, Heather Beaven.
The winners will receive capital to start a business, attend college, or jump-start military service.
In order to enter, students must post a photograph and essay detailing their plan on the Foundation's Facebook page. The entries with the most "likes" will then be judged for clarity and soundness by industry experts. Alumni with the most inspirational plans will be awarded up to $5,000.
"This contest provides students with a little rocket fuel to make their dreams come true," Beaven said.
The prize funds must be used for the purposes explained in the essay and will be provided directly to the college or used to purchase items, goods or services needed to achieve the students' goals. The contest is open to students at least 18 years of age, who have completed one of the Foundation's programs, including Jobs for Florida's Graduates, Girls Get I.T., SUPERB, or VOiCE between 2003 and 2014.
Two Matanzas High School graduates recognized by Plum Creek
Plum Creek has awarded $1,000 scholarships to two Matanzas High School students. Since 2007, Plum Creek has annually awarded scholarships to exemplary high school seniors who plan to continue their education after graduation. The scholarships recognize students who have excelled in the areas of academics, school and community activities, and overall achievement in their high school careers.
The winners are Amanda Langhauser and Emily Petkovsek. Langhauser will attend the United States Naval Academy in the fall. While in high school, she was involved in Relay for Life and Habitat for Humanity and was an AP Scholar of Distinction. She is the daughter of Dennis and Mary Langhauser.
Petkovsek will attend the University of Florida in the fall. While in high school, she was a member of the National Honor Society and was awarded the Daytona News-Journal Medallion of Excellence. She is the daughter of David and Debbie Petkovsek.
This year, Plum Creek awarded 121 scholarships to high school seniors around the country, totaling $149,000. In Florida, 12 students were awarded 2014 Plum Creek scholarships, totaling $12,000.
