AKC Humane Fund Announces Applications for John D Spurling, OBE, KCVO Scholarship Are Now Open
The AKC Humane FundSM is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2023 Sir John D. Spurling Scholarship, celebrating the human-canine bond. Each year, the AKC Humane Fund awards five full-time students enrolled in courses of study that contribute to the well-being of dogs and the advancement of responsible pet ownership.
The scholarship is named in honor of Sir John D. Spurling, founder of PetPartners, Inc., which provides comprehensive and affordable pet health insurance to dog and cat owners throughout the United States.
“The human-canine bond is the heart of the AKC Humane Fund, and we’re pleased to celebrate it by supporting future pet care professionals,” said Doug Ljungren, President of the AKC Humane Fund. “Their dedication to responsible pet ownership will help shape the future, and we look forward to receiving another round of fantastic applicants.”
The AKC Humane Fund awards $2,000 to each of the five scholarship recipients, payable as tuition assistance directly to the institution where each student is enrolled in courses of study focusing on the care of pets. Applicants must be full-time students enrolled in a degree or certification program at an accredited U.S. institution. Applications must be submitted or postmarked by July 31, 2023.
To apply for the Sir John D. Spurling Scholarship, visit https://akchumanefund.org/Programs.
For more information about the AKC Humane Fund, visit www.akchumanefund.org.
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on Mar 29 2023. Filed under Current Articles, Featured, The Buzz.
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