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The Named Scholarship Reception is one of our favorite nights of the year. Scholarship donors meet the scholars whose lives they’ve changed and hear about the extraordinary things they are achieving thanks to their financial support. The scholars have the opportunity to express their gratitude to their specific donors and share the impact that being a Valerie Fund kid has had.  Their stories of courage and determination inspire and literally bring the room to tears.

Patient stories are ones of perseverance, determination, and the value of the community support they’ve received through their Valerie Fund Children’s Centers. For the 2025-26 academic year, The Valerie Fund awarded over $700,000 in scholarships to 159 Valerie Fund patients, with 43 Named Scholarships. Donors' commitment to the Named Scholarship program has a profound impact on patients’ lives. The Valerie Fund is proud to support this group of scholars and help them achieve their dreams.

"I will always be grateful to The Valerie Fund and my scholarship donors for the role they have played in helping me reach this important milestone in my life. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to chase my dreams and for making such a powerful difference in my future." - Matt G. Brody Peak Scholarship Recipient.