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Deadline for next year is April 15, 2009
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Deadline for next year is April 15, 2009
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The RISPCA Lewis Scholarship RISPCA Lewis Scholarship Application Congratulations to the 2008 RISPCA Lewis Scholarship Winner Maj - Lis Finnegan : The Prout School 2007 Winners; Geraldine Mejia - The Met School Karl Hirschegger - Mount St. Charles Academy |
| The RISPCA Lewis Scholarship recognizes the
efforts of graduating seniors who have made
significant contributions toward the betterment
of life for animals. Through its Humane Education
program, law enforcement powers, and daily
operations the RISPCA strives to promote
the humane treatment of all animals. The
goal of the Lewis Scholarship is to reward
the efforts of young adults who show compassion
and selflessness toward animals, despite
personal hardship. Lewis is a pitbull who was abandoned at the RISPCA as a puppy. Because of his breed, start in life, and other variables beyond his control, Lewis was passed over by many families who were looking for a “better” dog. Lewis was eventually given a second chance and adopted into a loving home by someone who looked beyond his exterior and saw a wonderful soul. In honor of Lewis, the RISPCA would like to help someone in a parallel situation achieve a second chance through higher education. In honor of Lewis, the RISPCA will award $1000 each to two graduating seniors. This scholarship is intended to recognize young adults who have faced difficulties in life, yet have gone on to promote humane treatment of animals or the betterment of animal life. Criteria for Selection Must be a graduating senior who is a Rhode Island resident and currently enrolled in a Rhode Island high school. Must have applied to at least one four-year, accredited college or university. Must have maintained at least an overall B average. Must demonstrate significant contribution to animal welfare, humane education, etc. Must demonstrate overcoming difficulty, hardship, discrimination, etc. Checklist Completed scholarship application High school transcripts Two letters of recommendation - At least one must be from a teacher - No family members |
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Rhode Island SPCA 186 Amaral Street Riverside, RI 02915-2223 Phone: 401-438-8150 Fax: 401-438-8154 Email: info@rispca.com |