About the Scholarship

The Y-Bler Buonya Scholarship Fund was created honor the life of Y-Bler Buonya, a Montagnard Freedom Fighter who died tragically before his time. Y-Bler wanted more than anything, to learn, in hopes that he could someday use his knowledge to help his Montagnard people. This scholarship seeks to promote the love ot` leaming that Y-Bler so passionately demonstrated.

Fundraising Goal:

The fundraising goal for the Y-Bler Buonya Scholarship is $50,000, which will enable it become an endowment and give forever. Consequently, the first scholarship will not he awarded until the $50,000 goal has been met.

Scholarship Uses:

Once awarded, the scholarship can be used for any educational expenses at an institution of higher learning. The scholarship is not limited to tuition, but can be used to pay for any educational expense (i.e. room, board, books. supplies, etc...).

Eligibility:

Although Montagnards are extremely encouraged to apply, this scholarship is not limited solely to Montagnards or those of Montagnard decent. It will instead be awarded to the person who has demonstrated their sincere desire and concern for the Montagnard people both in the United States and abroad. The scholarship aims to aide this person in becoming a champion for the Montagnard people -- a goal that Y-Bler tried so hard to accomplish.

Selection Criteria:

Various factors will be taken into consideration when awarding the scholarship, such as past academic performance, extracurricular activities, involvement in Montagnard issues, likelihood of future success in helping the Montagnard people. Once the goal of $50,000 has been raised and all applications have been accepted, a committee at the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro will select the most deserving recipient of the Y-Bler Buonya Scholarship.

To make a donation to the Y~Bler Buonya Scholarship Fund, please send a check payable to the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro to the address below. Contributions are tax deductible. We need your help to make this scholarship a reality!

The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
Attn: Y-Bler Buonya Scholarship Fund
P.O. Box 20444
Greensboro, NC 27420

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