The Jacob Simmons Sports Scholarship endowment fund was established in 2021 by family and friends as a tribute to the memory of Jacob Simmons of Belfast, PEI – an avid athlete who was killed at the age of 27 by an impaired driver while cycling on June 12, 2020. The Jacob Simmons Sports Scholarship will be awarded annually to an applicant who best meets the following criteria: A graduating student from a Prince Edward Island High School who will be attending a post-secondary institution as a full-time student in the fall semester following their graduation. The recipient shall possesses strong leadership qualities and a strong sense of community. Priority will be given to applicants that show an affinity for running and/or basketball.
- eTransfer – send etransfer to info@cfpei.ca with reference to Jacob Simmons Sports Scholarship Fund and send an email to info@cfpei.ca to confirm your name and address for charitable receipt purposes.
- Cheque – please make cheque payable to Community Foundation of PEI with reference to Jacob Simmons Sports Scholarship Fund and send to 53 Water Street, Charlottetown, PE C1A 1A3
- Pre-Authorized Debit – CLICK HERE to sign up
- Gift of Shares – fill in THIS FORM and send to the Community Foundation of PEI at info@cfpei.ca.
- Estate Gift – contact the Community Foundation of PEI at info@cfpei.ca or 902-892-3440 for more information.