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HDF × Palmer Family Foundation

Investing in the next generation ofscholars, leaders, and athletes.

In partnership with the Palmer Family Foundation, HDF supports youth who lead with excellence — on the field, in the classroom, and in their communities.

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EST. 2026 · SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

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Four pathways · One mission

Four paths. One purpose.

Each bursary recognizes a different kind of discipline, leadership, and impact. Choose the one that reflects how you show up.

Academic Excellence Bursary

For student athletes who excel in the classroom while competing at the highest level on the field.

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Community Leadership Bursary

For those who don't wait for change — they build it where they are.

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Faith Leadership Bursary for Muslim Youth

For those whose faith shapes how they lead, serve, and stand.

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Athletic Achievement Bursary

For those who show up, compete, and carry themselves with discipline on and off the field.

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Our partnership

Not all excellence looks the same.

Some students lead in the classroom.
Others lead in their communities, on the field, or through their faith.

What matters isn’t where it shows up — it’s how consistently it shows up.

This program exists to recognize individuals who demonstrate discipline, character, and leadership over time, not just in a single moment.