Apr. 1, 2007 Edition

College Scholarships Available!

Ken D'Angelo Foundation seeks student applications
By Vonda Mathews

Vonda Mathews

The Ken D'Angelo Foundation, which grants scholarships to students pursuing an accredited college degree and career in franchising, real estate, or entrepreneurship, is seeking applications for this year's scholarships from qualified applicants through June 15, 2007.

Franchisees are requested to spread the word about the availability of the scholarships. Any student meeting the above criteria is eligible, so encourage your children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends to apply. Students may download an application at kendangelofoundation.com.

"The Foundation would like each franchise office to take an active role in identifying potential applicants for the scholarships," says Jeff Burrell, president of the Foundation and part-owner of the HomeVestors TRED Properties franchise in Houston. "Nominations for the scholarships may be made anytime between January 1 and June 15 of any given year. We have already started to receive applications for this year. Scholarships will be granted in various dollar increments. Last year,
we awarded four $2,500 scholarships to deserving college students, and we plan to repeat that number this year."

In addition to the scholarships, the Foundation also provides funds for research on bile duct cancer, the disease that claimed founder Ken D'Angelo's life. To date, the Foundation has contributed more than $15,000 to the Mayo Clinic for research.

Contributions by franchisees to the Ken D'Angelo Foundation are always appreciated. Several franchisees have agreed to donate money to the Foundation for each house they sell during the year. Checks and credit cards are accepted!

. . . For more information about the scholarships or the Foundation, please contact Vonda Mathews at 972.761.0046, ext. 139.