Local Company Alegacy Equipment Funds New Scholarship for Waller Campus of Blinn College

Alegacy Equipment, a Waller-based company, has set up the first scholarship for the new Waller Campus of the Blinn College District. They donated $25,000 to the Blinn College Foundation for this purpose. The scholarship will prioritize Alegacy employees and their families. Bob Nickles, Alegacy's co-founder, said this aligns with their community commitment.

Alegacy was founded ten years ago with a goal to leave 'a legacy', as per Nickles. He views the opening of Blinn College in Waller as a major community advancement. The company is pleased to support this through the scholarship.

Blinn College has begun classes at W.C. Schultz Junior High in the Waller School District. This has made college more accessible for students in Waller, Harris County, and nearby areas. The college also partners with Waller ISD to provide dual-credit courses at the local high school.

Nancy Berry, Chair of the Blinn Foundation Board of Directors, commended Alegacy's donation. She noted the company's dedication to the community and Blinn College students. Berry also recognized the college's significant support from the business community, which funds many scholarships.

The Blinn Foundation manages 325 endowed scholarships for incoming and returning students of various backgrounds and majors. These scholarships are awarded for academic excellence, student activity participation, and community involvement. High school and college students can apply for Blinn scholarships on the college's website.

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