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For Immediate Release
RALEIGH, NC - 07/16/2021
Contact: Robert L. Ford,
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House of Raeford Farms awards $35,000 in scholarships
House of Raeford Farms awards $35,000 in scholarships
House of Raeford Farms on Monday announced it is awarding 15 students with college scholarships in its 8th Annual House of Raeford Farms Scholarship Program.
"As a company we continue to see the value in supporting our youth as they develop into responsible adults," House of Raeford Farms CEO and owner Bob Johnson said. "Offering educational assistance to children of our employees is one way we fulfill our mission. This investment in our youth can open a pathway to their future success."
The selection criteria for each $2,500 scholarship includes academic record, demonstrated leadership, participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, and a statement of goals and aspirations.
The House of Raeford Farms Scholarship Program has awarded $295,000 over its eight years to 118 students across six states.
For more information on next year’s scholarships, employees and their families can visit here.
Story credit:
July 12, 2021
House of Raeford
