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Academic & Extracirricular Highlights:

• 4.0 College GPA
• Youth Soccer Coach
• Hampton Roads Pediatric Dentistry
• Angel Tree Volunteer

Quotes:

Dear Foundation Donors,

Thank you so much for choosing me as a recipient of this scholarship. I am truly grateful for your generosity and support. Receiving this scholarship means so much to me and my family.

As the wife of a Navy service member and a mother of two daughters, I understand the sacrifices and challenges that come with military life. Between frequent changes, long periods apart, and balancing family responsibilities, continuing my education has not always been easy. Despite those challenges, I have remained determined to pursue a career in dental hygiene so I can build a stable and meaningful future for my family.

This scholarship is more than financial assistance to me. It is encouragement and reassurance that the hard work and sacrifices military families make are recognized and supported. Your generosity will help ease the stress of educational expenses and allow me to focus more on my studies and my goal of becoming a dental hygienist.

I chose dental hygiene because I want a career where I can care for others, make a positive impact, and provide security for my daughters. I also want my children to see the value of perseverance, education, and dedication, even when life becomes challenging. Being part of a military family has taught me resilience, adaptability, and the importance of community support, and I carry those lessons with me every day.

Thank you again for investing in my education and believing in military families like mine. Your support is helping me move closer to my goals and create a better future for my daughters. I am sincerely thankful for this opportunity and will continue to work hard to make the most of it.

Sincerely,
Erin Hopkins