Covington, KY – On Tuesday, May 21st, The Friends of NorthKey, a volunteer-led group committed to reducing stigma surrounding mental health and disabilities in Northern Kentucky, proudly announced the unprecedented allocation of $10,000 in scholarships, benefiting fourteen remarkable individuals affiliated with NorthKey Community Care. The awards, granted to NorthKey clients and their family members, signify a momentous milestone in the organization’s commitment to fostering educational pursuits within the community.
This year’s awards mark the highest sum ever granted by The Friends in its esteemed scholarship program. Notably, it also signifies the largest group of awardees in the organization’s history, with fourteen deserving individuals being recognized for their dedication to academic excellence.
The Friends of NorthKey’s Scholarship Program was created to help NorthKey clients and family members of clients, who would otherwise have little or no opportunity, pursue higher education.
The Friends extends its heartfelt congratulations to the fourteen awardees.
Learn more about the journeys of the awardees during The Friends of NorthKey’s Ray of Hope Virtual Auction Event, launching on September 6th this year. As the organization’s primary fundraising event, all proceeds directly support NorthKey clients and their families through donations. Over the past year, The Friends have generously sponsored and donated over $40,000 to assist NorthKey clients and programs in various capacities.
The dedication of The Friends of NorthKey to fostering educational opportunities and empowering individuals within the Northern Kentucky community remains steadfast. For additional information about The Ray of Hope Virtual Auction and The Friends of NorthKey, please visit www.northkey.org/donate.
