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The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation Grants the American Indian College Fund $10,000 for Scholarships

Denver, CO—The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation has provided the American Indian College Fund with a $10,000 grant for scholarships for American Indian students. The amount will be disbursed equally to students belonging to seven Montana tribal colleges and will be awarded to students with a 2.5 or higher grade point average.

The grant will support qualified American Indian students by providing financial resources to encourage them to complete a college degree. With an education, students can build a better life for themselves, their families, and make valuable contributions to their communities and nation.

Richard B. Williams, President and CEO of the American Indian College Fund, said, "The generosity of The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation helps American Indian students in Montana achieve a higher education. Our graduates return to help their communities, creating jobs and making a difference in the lives of other American Indians, paying forward the generosity that has been bestowed on them."

Mike Halligan, Executive Director of the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation, said "Our primary goal through our scholarship investments is to open as many doors for young people as possible to allow them the opportunity to reach their full potential. The grant to the American Indian College Fund furthers that goal."

About The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation
The major philanthropic organization for The Washington Companies and the Washington family, The Dennis and Phyllis Washington's Foundation values mirror those of its Western heritage. The Foundation holds fast to the Washington family's sense of place and is actively involved in the communities where its employees live and work. It believes in the individual spirit, but at the same time a strong support network to enhance lives. The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation strives to better the human condition by supporting programs and services that give people the tools to enhance the quality of their lives and to benefit society as a whole. Since its inception, Foundation giving and the Washington Family's personal contributions to charitable causes total more than $77 million.