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The Vera Foundation is a foundation which will be used to promote suicide awareness and prevention. This foundation has been created in memory of Scott William Fisher Jr, who passed away on September 10th, 2005 by suicide.
Depression and suicide are realities that many of our communities have failed to acknowledge and properly address. Depression is a disease like any other that, if left untreated, can be fatal. Together, with the help of The Vera Foundation, we can try to break down the stigma and build up a conversation about prevention.
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Annual Deering Alumni Soccer Game
On July 25th, 2009 The Vera Foundation will hold the 4th annual alumni soccer game at Deering High School on Memorial Field.
Girls will kick off at 11 AM and boys will kick off at 2 PM.
Come and join us to cheer on all the players! Admission is FREE! Stay tuned for more info!
Annual Fundraiser Success!
Thank you to all those who attended and contributed to our annual fundraiser with Motor Booty Affair held on Feburary 7th, 2009. The event was a great success and we were able to raise over $4000!
Our great success this year will help us again present the annual Scott William Fisher Jr Memorial Scholarship and support our new program, Life Passions, which will offer financial support to youth who wish to pursue a true life passion, such as music, art, writing, or sports.
Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next year!
Scott William Fisher Jr Memorial Scholarship
Scott William Fisher Jr was a graduate of the Deering High School class of 2005, and left an amazing legacy. Scott was not only an extremely talented student, but also a dedicated athlete, playing soccer all four years. While any student would be grateful for having both academic and athletic talents, Scott was also a gifted musician and artist. He would always challenge himself to improve and grow.
The Vera Foundation has established a scholarship in Scott's name, the Scott William Fisher Jr Memorial Scholarship, for a deserving Deering High School graduate persuing higher education. This year The Vera Foundation will be giving one Scholarship in the amount of $1000. To apply, please read the Scholarship Information packet and complete an application by April 3rd, 2009.
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