Ed Michael Reggie Scholarship Announced at the Williston Northampton School

EASTHAMPTON, Mass., July 8 /PRNewswire/ -- A new scholarship, intended to assist students in Southern states who wish to attend The Williston Northampton School, has been established by alumnus Edmund M. Reggie, Jr., managing director of Future Factory (http://www.futurefactory.com). Students who meet the need requirements at the private New England boarding school are eligible for the Ed Michael Reggie Scholarship, with preference given to those from LA, AR, MS, AL, GA, TN and SC. Reggie has made an initial commitment of $150,000 to the fund, as part of a larger endowment to the school. Scholarships will be awarded to deserving candidates on a yearly basis beginning in 2009.

"Leaving a small town in Louisiana to attend Williston really changed my life," said Reggie. "It broadened my outlook and put me in contact with many, many people who have become lifelong friends and business associates. I want to make it possible for other students to have the rich, rewarding experiences and fine education I received at Williston."

"We are always honored when one of our alumni decides to make a commitment to Williston (http://www.williston.com) as it affirms our efforts to be a school that is not just about test scores and college admissions, but one of great memories and gratitude," said Headmaster Brian Wright. "This new scholarship will make the difference in lives over the years and we are grateful to Ed Michael for his dedication to the school and its future."

Students interested in learning more about Williston should contact the admissions office at 413-529-3241 or admission@williston.com to get detailed information and application forms. All selections will be made by the school based on the outlined criteria.

Reggie founded Future Factory (http://www.futurefactory.com), a private equity development company with offices in Atlanta and New Orleans. He serves as treasurer of Freedom From Hunger (http://www.freedomfromhunger.org/about/board.php), a global microfinance nonprofit organization. For more information, go to the Reggie Family Archives (http://www.reggiefamilyarchives.com/Links/Ed-Michael-Reggie/index.php).

Founded in 1841, The Williston Northampton School is a coeducational boarding and day school for students in seventh grade through post-graduate year. Located in the heart of Massachusetts' Pioneer Valley, Williston has a community of 550 students from more than 26 states, 23 countries and 34 local towns. For more information, go to http://www.williston.com.