SCHOLARSHIP CELEBRATION
On July 28, 2024, more than 200 people gathered in the Clubhouse to celebrate our newest scholarship recipients. It was also a time to thank the many members who donated to the Fund, making scholarship awards possible. Thanks were also given to the ASF Board and the many committee members who do the work needed to make this Fund possible.
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ACORN SCHOLARSHIP FUND AWARDS 27 SCHOLARSHIPS to NEW and RENEWING RECIPIENTS
On July 11, 2024, the Acorn Scholarship Fund approved 27 scholarships. Thirteen of the recipients are receiving a scholarship for the first time. The remaining 14 scholarships were awarded to recipients who are continuing their education and received a scholarship previously either in the Spring or Fall of 2023. Each scholarship is for one semester. Those individuals attending a community college received a $1000 scholarship. Individuals attending a four year university or school received up to $3000.
ACORN SCHOLARSHIP FUND RELEASES ANNUAL REPORT
On December 1, 2023, Larry Potter, President of the Fund, announced the release of the 2023 Annual Report. A copy of the report was distributed to each member of the Cypress. A copy can also be downloaded here. The report contains a summary of the Fund's accomplishments in fiscal year 2023 and its financial statements.
ACORN SCHOLARSHIP FUND CREATES INVESTMENT COMMITTEE
On September 13, 2023, Larry Potter, President of the Fund, announced the formation of an Investment Committee. This committee will oversee the investment of the Fund's reserves and recommend changes to investments based on the amount of reserves, interest rates, and other factors. Jack Hogge and Al Martinelli have volunteered to participate on the committee. Bill Shaffer, Treasurer of the Fund, will chair the committee.
