BBC offer ‘15 academic scholarships

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F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. --  Balfour Beatty Communities Foundations is offering post-secondary academic scholarships to both high school seniors and undergraduate students who reside in Balfour Beatty Communities military family housing. The application process is now open for scholarships that will be awarded for the 2014-2015 academic year.

"We are so thankful to be able to support the continuing education of our young residents through the Foundation Scholarship Program," said Chris Williams, president of the BBC Foundation. "I encourage all of our residents who are planning on or currently attending a post-secondary school to apply for a Foundation Scholarship in recognition of their hard work and achievements."

Foundation scholarships are awarded in amounts up to $2,500; however larger amounts may be awarded based on the number and caliber of submissions.

Applicants must be the child of an active-duty service member and reside in BBC military housing. Additional eligibility requirements and application details and submittal requirements can be found on the BBC Foundation website at www.bbcommunitiesfoundation.org. All applications must be postmarked by April 15.

BBC Foundation, a non-profit organization, is committed to honoring military personnel - active, disabled and fallen - and their families.

One of the foundation's primary goals is to support continuing education and the development of future community leaders through an annual academic scholarship program and other initiatives.

Balfour Beatty Communities manages the privatized family housing at F.E. Warren Air Force Base.

"Balfour Beatty Communities is committed to providing a quality living environment that supports the diverse interests and needs of the military families residing with us," Williams said. "Through the Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation, we extend our appreciation and gratitude for the important work performed by military members and the many sacrifices their families make."