Tribute to Austin from Kentucky who died in 2008 at the age of 14 as a result of an accident After Austin’s unexpected death at the age of 14, his mom and dad established Austin’s Legacy Scholarship. The scholarship – which is often given to multiple recipients – keeps their son’s memory alive by helping other active youth volunteers reach their educational goals. Austin’s … [Read more...]
Parents started ‘Doing Good in Her Name’ in Peyton’s memory
Tribute to Peyton from Vermont who died in 2008 in her first year of life from leukemia Peyton was diagnosed with infant leukemia at birth and died about a month later after undergoing chemotherapy, spinal taps and numerous surgeries. Because they “were the recipients of many acts of kindness and compassion” during their daughter’s short life, Peyton’s parents decided to … [Read more...]
Family establishes scholarship for honors students
Tribute to Beth from Illinois who died in 2007 at the age of 24 from a bike accident After losing her daughter in a bike accident at the age of 24, Beth’s mom set up a scholarship fund to provide financial assistance to a graduating senior from Beth’s high school. Beth was a bright, engaged, giving person – the high school valedictorian was an honors student in college, an … [Read more...]
Tina created foundation to prevent bullying and cyberbullying in honor of daughter
Tribute to Megan from Missouri who died in 2006 at the age of 13 as a result of suicide After her 14-year-old daughter, Megan, died by suicide following an intense episode of cyberbullying, her mother founded Megan Meier Foundation - an organization to promote awareness, education, and positive change in response to the issues surrounding bullying, cyberbullying, and suicide. … [Read more...]