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Private scholarships more important than ever

Oct 21, 2009

A recent article from CNN reports that college tuition rates are steadily increasing while financial aid is dwindling, making it incredibly difficult for low-income students to earn a college degree. Students are relying on loans to not only pay t...

Tagged: scholarships, jrf scholars, college expenses, education

Raffle Raises over $2000

Sep 21, 2009

Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets, JRF raised over $2000 on the diamond bracelet raffle. Proceeds will fund one of this year’s JRF scholarships. The winning ticket was drawn at the Annual Dinner last Thursday, and the lucky winner w...

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Anonymous donors support women students, college presidents

Jun 22, 2009

Funding for Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund comes from donations large and small. Some donors use named scholarships to honor friends and relatives; others support our general fund so that we can continue to administer scholarships...

Tagged: scholarships, supporting jrf


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Athenas give in memory of Vivian Fisher

Feb 14, 2009

The latest Athena Award recipient will accept her sculpture Monday night, making her the 22nd woman to earn recognition for her years of hard work and her dedication to Athens. Since 1988, the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce and award sponsor Heyw...

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