Greyhound Lines, Inc. and UNCF– the United Negro College Fund – the nation’s largest and most effective education assistance organization, today announced the renewal of the Greyhound Scholarship Program. The program was first initiated two years ago from funds raised through a workplace campaign and matched by the company. This year’s program will again help to reduce financial barriers and increase access to higher education for low-income college students. Scholarships valued up to $2,000 will be awarded to qualifying students for this academic semester. The deadline to apply is March 4, 2012.
“UNCF is sincerely grateful to Greyhound for their continued generosity and support for our higher education mission” said UNCF’s Area Development Director Diane Stephenson. “Greyhound’s partnership will go a long way in helping deserving – yet financially disadvantaged students get to and through college. Because a more college-educated workforce is vital to the well being of our national economy, investing in the advancement of education ultimately benefits everyone.”
“As we work to transform our business into a modern, customer-focused company that will become known as the travel choice in North America, we are also proud to help transform the lives of students who will change the world in the future,” said Myron Watkins, vice president, customer experience, Greyhound. “Supporting the leaders of tomorrow with their educational pursuits is a great endeavor we are proud to join the UNCF in fulfilling.”
Eligible students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, be enrolled full-time at a UNCF or other accredited 4 year college or university, have a financial need and submit an essay on how alternative fuel will impact the transportation industry. For more information visit: http://www.uncf.org or contact David Ray, UNCF Program Services at 703-205-3562 to learn more about the program. To support UNCF scholarships or other programs, please contact UNCF at (972) 234 – 1007.