Here's what our 2024 recipients have to say:
"I am writing to express my immense gratitude for being selected as a recipient of the Steamboat Group award. I am truly honored and thankful for your generosity and support.
I am an adult student with a family and will be starting the Bachelor's of Science Nursing program at Colorado Mountain College in Steamboat this fall. Your scholarship will significantly alleviate the financial burden of my educational expenses. I have three young boys, ages 10, 8 and 4. Being able to work less to support them will allow me to focus more on my studies and family, which are critical to my academic and professional development, as well as my role as a mother.
I am committed to making the most of this opportunity and look forward to being able to contribute positively to our wonderful community working as a nurse after I graduate. Your support not only provides me with financial assistance, but also serves as a great source of motivation. Your belief in my potential inspires me to work hard and strive for excellence."
"I am writing this letter to thank those who have contributed to my continuing education by giving me financial support. Without the generosity of scholarship committees and donors, I would not have the opportunity to go to college so I am beyond thankful for the scholarship I have received. I plan to use this money to finish my last year of college and move on to Physician Assistant school. Your money will be put to good use and again, I am incredibly grateful for your generosity. I am excited to have another successful school year at Kansas State University, thank you again!"
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"Thank you so much Yampa Tuition Grants Scholarship Committee! Receiving the $7500 scholarship has lifted an immense amount of weight off my shoulders and I can’t express just how appreciative I am for the help and the new opportunities this grant will unlock for me. It's such a relief to know that financial barriers won't stand in the way of my education and future aspirations. This scholarship not only provides financial support but also serves as a validation of my hard work and dedication throughout my academic journey. With this support, I feel more motivated than ever to excel and make the most of every opportunity that comes my way. This upcoming fall semester I am excited to expand in my degree by taking Intro to Music Business and continue to study all aspects the music field can offer. I am truly grateful to everyone involved in making this scholarship possible and for believing in my potential. This recognition inspires me to continue striving for excellence and to give back to others in the future."
"I am writing to express my gratitude to each and every member of the selection committee and all the donors who made this possible. This scholarship means a lot to me because it will go a long way towards alleviating the financial burden of college. This award will definitely have a lasting impact on my life because of the significant difference it makes. I am truly grateful to be a recipient."
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"I feel honored and am very grateful to have been selected as a recipient of the Steamboat Group award of the Yampa Tuition Grants fund. I want to thank you for your generosity in funding this scholarship. This allows me the ability to finish my Registered Nursing program next year and continue to my bachelor of science in nursing.
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By awarding me this scholarship you lightened my financial burden, which allows me to focus on the most important aspect of school - learning.
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Words cannot express how grateful I am to be receiving this scholarship. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart."
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"I wanted to express my sincere thanks for receiving a grant from Yampa Tuition Grants. I know this is made possible by the generosity of others and I am truly thankful. Finding out I received a grant relieved so much stress about how I was going to pay for the upcoming school year. This grant is going to help me finish getting my nursing degree and allow me to help serve people in yampa valley. I will always remember how helpful this grant was and hope I am one day able to donate to this organization so that I can help other students who are in financial need to get through college like I was."
"My name is also Katie, and I was fortunate enough to be one of the Van Fletcher Award recipients. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart as this award is taking such a hug burden off of my shoulders and allowing me to be able to continue my degree and my dream to be an educator. Much like Van, I too want to eventually pursue my masters degree in education. The legacy he left is one I am grateful to now be a part of. I hope I get to be an "angel" in someone's story as he has been in mine. Thank you so much for the gift you have given me."
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"I am writing this to thank you immensely for what I received from the Yampa Valley Tuition Grants. This is extremely helpful towards furthering my education at Colorado School of Mines and this contribution is helping me avoid taking any student loans. Once again I am extremely grateful and thankful for helping me further my education."