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Please share & hey Vegas - sneak news announcement about a golf outing in April in memory of my son with ALL proceeds going to Sampsons Legacy Foundation. Waiting to hear from some of you via dm as to how you can be a part of this! More to follow very soon!

We are proud to announce the Spring 2026 Sampsons Legacy Foundation Scholarship Award winners! Ann Payyappilly: Sampsons Legacy Foundation Outstanding Scholar $1000 Grace Armijo: Sampsons Legacy Foundation Academic Excellence $500, as well as the Science Service Dog Scholarship $500. Ann Elizabeth Payyappilly is an incoming Doctor of Physical Therapy student at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where she will begin her studies in May 2026. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Maryland, College Park, and has accumulated over 2,000 clinical hours as a physical therapy technician across acute care, subacute rehabilitation, and outpatient orthopedic settings. Through these experiences, she has developed a strong foundation in patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice. Grace Armijo is a freshman, attending Southeastern Illinois College in the Pharmacy Technician Preparation program. She is at the top of her class, with a 4.0 GPA. She re-entered school for the first time in two decades and is ready to make a difference in her life, while helping others to feel better from what illness may be holding them back. The pharmacy technician field has a great need for more people currently, and it is vital for the healthcare system. Grace plans to also add phlebotomy and other classes after this semester to add additional skills for the pharmacy or hospital she works for in the future. Congratulations to this years Scholarship recipients!