Community Foundation Trustee Jack Tritt with Lynne and Bill Price

New Fund at Community Foundation to Benefit Cross Country Athletes

January 15, 2008: The Community Foundation of Frederick County is pleased to announce that long-time Frederick educator and coach Bill Price and his wife Lynne have created The William B. Price, Jr. Scholarship Fund to benefit graduating seniors of Frederick High School who have participated on the Cross Country Team.

Mr. Price taught physical science and chemistry at Frederick High School for many years and was the Boys Cross Country and Track Coach, continuing to coach even beyond his teaching retirement in 1999. He said that as a runner himself, and having run road races and marathons, he has always been attracted to distance running.

“This scholarship fund is a meaningful way to recognize the very special athletes of Frederick High’s Cross Country Team,” said Mr. Price. “Not everyone wants to run three miles. If students are ready to step up and meet this challenge, I am willing to share my good fortune with them as they pursue a college education.”

The first scholarships from the William B. Price, Jr. Scholarship Fund will be awarded for the 2009-2010 academic year. Application information will be available beginning December 15, 2008.

As a leading philanthropic organization, the Community Foundation has awarded over $17 million in scholarships to deserving students and grants to worthy nonprofit organizations since 1986 by working with generous citizens who want to create positive and lasting change throughout Frederick County.

Secure, online donations may be made to The William B. Price, Jr. Scholarship Fund.  To do so, click here. Checks may be made payable to The Community Foundation of Frederick County and mailed to 312 East Church Street, Frederick, Maryland 21701. Simply insert the Fund’s name in the check’s memo line. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.