Presenting Endowment to Support Student Scholars

Washington, DC (MMD Newswire) August 19, 2010 -- Today, LEAP Foundation in Washington, DC presented its annual Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence Endowment for Academic Excellence scholarship to Ms. Ruby Asante in a ceremony at the U.S. Library of Congress after staff and guest were guided through a memorable tour of the White House.

"I am delighted to able to support the education of bright young people who commit themselves to excellence in their work in being a leader in the community," said LEAP's Founder and Chairman of the Board Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence. "As a student from very modest means, I relate to the high cost of pursing an education and I want to help minimize the strain it imposes on many students and families."

The endowment was created to provide worthy students scholarship and fellowship grants for the pursuit of higher education; to conduct community outreach service programs that will aid in the educational and vocational improvement in individual and community living standards; to engage in events that will promote healthy living; and to engage in any appropriate research related to the purposes of the LEAP Foundation. Please see the attached application.

Ms. Asante is a 3rd year law student at the George Washington University who is adept in the field of employment law.

"Ms. Asante exemplifies excellence in her work and a commitment to positively affecting those around her," said Dr. Lawrence. "May this award enhance her personal and professional development, and allow her to achieve her public service goals."

LEAP 2010 SUMMER AWARDS CEREMONY recipients were:

Employee of the Year - Kristie Frascati
Manager of the Year - Dion Robison
Consultant of the Year - Patricia Ross
Distinguished Service Award - Zemen Retta
Distinguished Service Award - Jonathan Cox
Distinguished Service Award - Samantha Set
Distinguished Service Award - Ellen Antwi
Volunteer Recognition Award - Anthony Sorgi
Volunteer Recognition Award - Jeremiah Holston
Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence Scholarship for Academic Excellence - Ruby Asante

About LEAP Foundation
LEAP Foundation D.C., a 501(c)(3), was founded in 2009, to address the unmet social and health needs of the people of the District of Columbia. By providing educational and training opportunities, LEAP's programs advocate for the health and wellness of community members, deliver services to individuals and families in need, support local organizations in their efforts to improve their community, and provide a stage and voice for those who are overlooked and disregarded.

LEAP Foundation has gained national recognition for its commitment and innovative work at the grassroots level in communities around the country. At the White House earlier this year, Dr. Clayton Lawrence, LEAP's founder, discussed the LEAP Foundation's upcoming calendar of events and community outreach strategies. Additionally, the Lawrence Executive Alliance of Professionals, (LEAP) LLC, the foundations partner organization, was awarded the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Health Care Staffing Category by the California based Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA) who recognizes the top 5% of small businesses throughout the country.

Press Contact: Anthony Sorgi at 202.349.4089.

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