TESTIMONIALS FROM FORMER STUDENTS, PARENTS AND AWARD RECIPIENTS
The commitment of the Eugene Atwood Foundation to fostering education and empowering students has made an indelible impact on our lives. As a single mother raising three children who were pursuing higher education simultaneously, the financial burden seemed insurmountable. The generous zero-interest student loans from the Eugene Atwood Foundation alleviated the financial strain and transformed my kid’s dreams into reality. In a world where access to education is a fundamental right, the Eugene Atwood Foundation stands as a beacon of hope for families like mine, who aspire to break barriers and create a brighter future through higher education. The support reduced the annual financial burden, giving both of my children more time to focus wholeheartedly on their studies, college activities, and personal growth. Thank you for awarding me the generous scholarship. This money will greatly help me with my college expenses as I pursue my nursing degree." Thank you for the generous interest-free loan. Thanks to your support I finally have the opportunity to make my dreams come true." Officially sent my final payment to my last student loan today. It took me 14 years to pay it off (it had a very minimal monthly payment and no interest, so it was the last on my list for student debt to pay off). If you are a parent, college student or soon to be college student check out the Eugene Atwood Fund." Thank you all so much for the incredibly generous scholarship. This money will help me to achieve success in college and beyond." I would like to thank you for supporting high school seniors going into trade related fields. This year I had the privilege of receiving the Eugene Atwood Award. The funds will be helpful as I study welding. Thank you for your support and I hope you can support many seniors in the future." |
Thank you for the generous interest-free loan I received in 2016. I am now an APRN after obtaining my Masters." Thank you for providing me with an interest free loan. This helps relieve the financial burden and really helps me in furthering my education." Thank you for choosing me for the Eugene Atwood Innovation Award. I am very honored to receive this award. Quality hairdressing tools can be expensive so these funds will help to lift a huge burden off my shoulders as I enter the working world. I was thrilled to learn of my selection for this honor and am deeply appreciative of your support. Please know that your investment in my education will have a lasting impact on my life." Thank you for the generous interest free loan. Your funds will greatly help me achieve my goals at college." I am truly inspired by your organizations dedication to the community, reverence for education and beyond grateful for your commitment to young people like me." I wanted to extend my thanks to all who are involved in your organization. Without your generosity over the past years, it would have been near impossible to transition out of the university and into the workforce. I am happy to report I have found a career I love, and it is in part thanks to you." Thank you for your extremely generous tool scholarship which has allowed me to purchase tools that I didn't dream of purchasing for several years. I am excited to pursue my love of woodworking will studying furniture design and building." |