The 9/11 Promise Awards Scholarships to the Children of First Responders and Veterans

The 9/11 Promise, Inc. today announced awards to 18 deserving students who are the children of first responders or members of the US Armed Forces. This is the second group of recipients for these scholarships. Each recipient will receive a financial contribution toward their tuition and living expenses as they attend a mix of colleges and universities in the Fall of 2022.

The mission of the organization originated in the aftermath of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001 and the same themes of bravery and personal sacrifice echo now during the COVID-19 public health crisis. This year, also marked by our gradual recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, our nation’s first responders and military members continue to create stories of hope, courage, and service to others.

“This year marks a special occasion for our organization. Not only has it been 20 years since the tragic events that inspired our mission, but we are also recovering from another tragedy that shook our nation. The last year was a significant challenge for the entire world, and especially those families we serve” said Taylor Brown, Board Member of The 9/11 Promise, Inc. “Unfortunately, it took its toll on our ability to generate funds and interest as well. We’re excited to get back to our mission, and once again grow the pool of young students we can assist.”

This year 45 students applied for the 9/11 Promise scholarships. Each scholar was evaluated based on their need, academic ability, community service, and persistence. Scholars will go on to study in fields such as biological science, engineering, social work, medicine, computer science, and education.

These 18 scholars grew up with daily reminders of the highest examples of personal sacrifice shown by the individuals closest to them. The 9/11 Promise, Inc. is honored to offer a small repayment for all that they and their families have given to their grateful communities. A full list of the 2022 9/11 Promise Scholars, including the states they represent, their parent’s affiliations, and their destination schools, can be found here.

 

CALIFORNIA

Owen Walsh

Parent Affiliation: San Francisco Police Department
Destination: Pepperdine University

Frank Fouts

Parent Affiliation: Kankakee City Fire Department
Destination: University of Iowa

 

Karlie Reed

Parent Affiliation: San Bernardino County Fire
Destination: California Baptist University

 

FLORIDA

Ashley Asdot

Parent Affiliation: Green Cove Springs Police Department
Destination: Georgia Southern University

GEORGIA

Olivia Terry

Parent Affiliation: Hernando County Fire and Rescue
Destination: College of Coastal Georgia

NEW JERSEY

Emma Yarton

Parent Affiliation: New York Police Department
Destination: Raritan Valley Community College

 

NEW YORK

Brooke Hennigan

Parent Affiliation: New York City Fire Department
Destination: University of South Carolina

 

Jordan Romano

Parent Affiliation: New York City Police Department
Destination: Yale University

Julian Romano

Parent Affiliation: New York City Police Department
Destination: Penn State

Julia Hughes

Parent Affiliation: New York City Police Department
Destination: Mercy College

Emma Nastro

Parent Affiliation: Fire Department New York
Destination: Rochester Institute of Technology

Paige Hennigan

Parent Affiliation: New York City Fire Department
Destination: University of Scranton

Colleen Elizabeth Kelly

Parent Affiliation: Fire Department New York
Destination: University of Michigan

 

Patrick Lyons

Parent Affiliation: New York City Fire Department
Destination: Cornell University

 

Louie Wilson

Parent Affiliation: Suffolk County Police Department
Destination: St. John's University

 

OHIO

Joshua Kernc

Parent Affiliation: City of Parma Patrol & US Marine Corps
Destination: University of Akron

 

SOUTH CAROLINA

Donna O'Flaherty

Parent Affiliation: NYPD
Destination: University of South Carlina

 

VIRGINIA

Dominic DiLeonardo

Parent Affiliation: United States Army
Destination: Savannah College of Art & Design