The ACORN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
provides financial support to qualified Associates (employees) of The Cypress of Raleigh as they work to achieve their educational and career goals.
Our MissionThe Acorn Scholarship Fund (ASF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation founded by members of the Cypress of Raleigh Club, Inc. (Club). ASF is supported by donations from members and others. ASF offers scholarships to assist qualified applicants employed by the Club in their educational endeavors.
Scholarships are used to support post-secondary education or professional certification training costs incurred by qualified Associates of the Club. Scholarship grants are offered to encourage Associates to increase capabilities and skills in their chosen fields. Specifically, scholarship grants may be awarded for programs that:
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Acorn Scholarship Fund Achieves Fundraising Target
For the second year of the ASF's operation, the board set a target for fundraising of $150,000. As of July 12, 2024, ASF has exceeded that target with current donations of $190,922.