One exceptional African American student in New York City will be gifted the 4-year scholarship
The Brady Hunter Foundation (BHF), a nonprofit founded by a group of philanthropists and animal lovers dedicated to ending animal cruelty, protecting wildlife, and positively impacting the lives of children, has created a scholarship fund in honor of Juneteenth. It will empower African American students in New York City while addressing the significant shortage of representation in veterinary medicine and promoting diversity.
"Juneteenth is not only an opportunity to reflect on our past, but to commit ourselves to a more just and equitable future. With the formation of The Brady Hunter Scholarship Fund and this donation to The Campaign Against Hunger, we are helping build that future," said New York City Mayor Eric Adams, in the release.1 "This scholarship will help African American New Yorkers train the next generation of veterinarians."
Throughout each year of the Adams' Administration, the scholarship fund will offer a new 4-year scholarship, covering tuition expenses, to a stand-out African American student in New York City to help the, achieve a veterinary medicine degree.
"We are thrilled to launch the BHF Juneteenth Scholarship Fund with the Adams Administration, which reflects our organization's values and dedication to making a meaningful impact," said Josh Fox, founder of The Brady Hunter Foundation.1 "We believe that education is a powerful tool for change, and by supporting African American students interested in veterinary medicine, we hope to contribute to a more diverse and inclusive field.”
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The Brady Hunter Foundation launches Juneteenth scholarship fund and donates to The Campaign Against Hunger. News release. The Brady Hunter Foundation. June 26, 2023. Accessed June 26, 2023. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-brady-hunter-foundation-launches-juneteenth-scholarship-fund-and-donates-to-the-campaign-against-hunger-301861320.html
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