Kevin Collins Abilities Scholarship

The Kevin Collins Abilities Scholarship is presented to a post-secondary student with a disability.

For more than 17 years, Kevin Collins served as the Executive Director of Friends of We Care, an organization composed of Foodservice and Hospitality industry members whose mission is to send kids with disabilities to accessible summer camps across Canada. During his tenure, Kevin led the group in raising over $20.5 million and established a national presence for Friends of We Care. In February 2017, Kevin accepted the position of President and CEO at Easter Seals Ontario, an organization that assists children with physical disabilities and their families. The move provided Kevin the opportunity to come full circle. He was born with cerebral palsy, attended Easter Seals camps for eight summers and was the first Easter Seals ambassador “Timmy” in 1976. Kevin’s determination to not let anything stand in his way exemplifies what it means to focus on one’s ABILITY, not disability. We Care is proud to present this award to a future leader to help them realize their career ambitions. Interested candidates are asked to submit:

• 1.A completed application form (found on the website)
• 2.A 1-2 page letter and/or a 1-2 minute video link describing why they should be considered for the Kevin Collins Abilities Scholarship
• 3.Proof of enrollment in a post-secondary or trade program

Please visit the website for application form and complete details.