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A. V. Freethinkers to offer scholarships

by The AV Times Staff • November 18, 2014

AVC Foundation Scholarship application deadlineLANCASTER – Antelope Valley Freethinkers (AVF) has announced a new scholarship for college-bound seniors.

“This scholarship is the first of its kind in the Antelope Valley,” stated David Dionne, president of AVF. “Our members have generously donated their time and resources to benefit the freethinking students in our community. We hope to encourage and inspire future leaders who champion reason, science, and secular ethics to meet the challenges of the 21st century.”

The scholarship offers a $1,000 first place prize, a $500 second place prize, and a $250 third place prize. It is open to local high school seniors, graduating in Spring 2015, who will be attending college in Fall 2015.

The requirements include an essay on “Being a Young Freethinker in the Antelope Valley.”

View the full scholarship rules and guidelines here.

The deadline to apply for the scholarship is July 1, 2015. For more information, email avfreethinkers@yahoo.com.

About Antelope Valley Freethinkers

The Antelope Valley Freethinkers Meetup Group was founded in 2007 as an affiliate of Atheists United, an organization based in Los Angeles, CA. On May 15, 2009, the group became Antelope Valley Freethinkers, Inc., an independent, 501 (c)(4) non-profit corporation.

Antelope Valley Freethinkers is dedicated to promoting a rational worldview through fellowship, education, and community service.

For more information, visit http://www.meetup.com/av-freethinkers/.

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6 comments for "A. V. Freethinkers to offer scholarships"

  1. thrilled says

    November 19, 2014 at 4:56 pm

    This is a fantastic idea! The silent majority thanks you and considers becoming less silent.

    • David Dionne says

      November 23, 2014 at 8:48 am

      You’re welcome, thrilled. My hope is that as more freethinkers speak out, the more we will be recognized and accepted as valued members of the community.

  2. Shunnon Thomas says

    November 18, 2014 at 7:23 pm

    Great job!

    • David Dionne says

      November 23, 2014 at 8:43 am

      I appreciate that, Shunnon, thank you.

  3. Wendsong says

    November 18, 2014 at 6:20 pm

    David, this is so great. Your organization is a step forward for Freethinkers of all ages.

    • David Dionne says

      November 23, 2014 at 8:41 am

      Thank you, Wendsong. I sincerely hope so!

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