RI Foudation offers college scholarships up to $20,000 to honor Roger Williams

Posted 1/28/20

The Rhode Island Foundation is offering high school seniors college scholarships of up to $20,000 through its Carter Roger Williams Initiative. Conceived of and funded by philanthropists Letitia and the late John Carter, the program honors the principles

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RI Foudation offers college scholarships up to $20,000 to honor Roger Williams

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The Rhode Island Foundation is offering high school seniors college scholarships of up to $20,000 through its Carter Roger Williams Initiative. Conceived of and funded by philanthropists Letitia and the late John Carter, the program honors the principles of the state's founding father.

"Roger Williams personified principles that are as valuable today as they were in the earliest days of our state. Thanks to the vision of the Carter family, young people across Rhode Island will be exposed to his remarkable legacy," said Jessica David, executive vice president of strategy and community investments.

Members of the Class of 2020 who display an appreciation for the values of Roger Williams are eligible for up to $80,000 over four years based on financial need and academic good standing. Applicants must be residents of Rhode Island, high school seniors and attend a public, parochial or independent high school in Rhode Island. The deadline to apply is Feb. 12.

Candidates will be evaluated based on financial need, comprehension and application of Roger Williams' principles and record of academic and community achievement. More details about the scholarships are posted on findingrogerwilliams.com.

Cranston High School East graduate Angella Nakasagga, a first-year student at the University of Miami, is one of last year's recipients. The six winners received scholarships that could total $320,000 over four years.

"The steps Roger Williams took towards creating a space for people to worship God freely contributed to the freedom that permeates almost every area of today's society, including religion and politics. As a result, Rhode Island has flourished through tolerance, acceptance and pride in individuality," said Nakasagga.

The Carter Roger Williams Initiative also includes a free online education hub at findingrogerwilliams.com that offers activities and discussion starters on Roger Williams and his teachings for elementary, middle and high school educators to use in their classrooms.

"The purpose is to enhance a sense of place and awareness by providing people across Rhode Island with access to resources that bring to life our state's founder and his teachings," said David.

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