What is the
Jessamine S. Henderson Memorial Adult
Education Scholarship Fund?
The scholarship fund that bears the name
of Jessamine S. Henderson was founded in
August 1986, shortly after her death, to
honor the work of Mrs. Henderson in adult
education and to carry it on by bringing
opportunities to persons who want to further
themselves. Friends of Mrs. Henderson came
together to contribute time and resources to
launch the scholarship fund. The mission of
the Fund is to award monies to financially
challenged adults who are serious about
pursuing career-related programs of study.
In its 22 year history, the Fund has
proven itself to be a modest but worthy
undertaking that is alive, open to growth,
and aspiring, like its recipients, to an
even greater future. It has evolved much
like the very person for whom it is named,
for Jessamine S. Henderson was unassuming
but always worthy and open to new learning
and self-growth. Members of the Board of
Trustees have included former Somerville and
Bridgewater Council members, education
administrators, college professors, a social
work professional, teachers, scientists,
attorneys, engineers, and a former J. S.
Henderson Scholarship recipient.
The Fund has been sustained by donations
from a number of sources. Area corporations,
such as National Starch and Chemical
Company, Johnson & Johnson and PSE&G are
major contributors. Civic organizations and
dedicated individuals further bolster the
Fund’s resources. Any contributions by
community residents or organizations would
also be gratefully appreciated.
The J. S. Henderson Scholarship Fund
is a non-profit, charitable organization and
has been designated by the Internal Revenue
Service as a 501(c)(3) organization for
taxation purposes. |