Central Florida
Epilepsy Scholarship
foundation
PROVIDING FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE EDUCATION OF PERSONS AFFECTED BY EPILEPSY
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PROVIDING FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE EDUCATION OF PERSONS AFFECTED BY EPILEPSY ✦
SUPPORTING YOUR
EDUCATION JOURNEY
The Central Florida Epilepsy Scholarship Foundation is delighted to unveil our new website and a brand new scholarship program, designed to support individuals affected by epilepsy within our community in their pursuit of higher education.
Both the “Merle Evanchyk” and the new “Brandon Darling” Epilepsy Scholarships aim to provide essential financial assistance to those personally diagnosed with epilepsy or who have an immediate family member grappling with the condition.
We look forward to aiding you on your path towards academic achievement!
CHOOSE Which Scholarship is right for you
THE
branDON DARLING
EPILEPSY SCHOLARSHIP
OUR MOST RECENT SCHOLARSHIP THAT WE HAVE ADDED TO THE CENTRAL FLORIDA EPILEPSY SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION. A LARGE THANKS TO THE DARLING FAMILY AND ACRISURE FOR THEIR SUPPORT.
TWO OF EM!
THE
merlE Evanchyck
EPILEPSY SCHOLARSHIP
THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS NAMED AFTER ONE OF THE NATION’S EARLIEST ADVOCATES FOR EPILEPSY. TODAY, THE “MERLE EVANCHYK EPILEPSY SCHOLARSHIP” EXISTS TO HONOR HER AND CARRY ON HER LEGACY.
Our previous scholarship recipients
JENNA HOFFER
MAJOR W!
Jenna’s journey is a true testament to strength, creativity, and determination. Diagnosed with epilepsy in 2019, Jenna refused to let it define her or limit her dreams. Instead, she turned her experience into motivation—finding new ways to learn, focus, and thrive both in the classroom and on the field.
Through her perseverance, Jenna discovered that epilepsy could be a source of empowerment. It taught her resilience, inspired her creativity, and gave her a unique way of seeing the world. Today, she celebrates how far she’s come and embraces every challenge as an opportunity to grow.
Jenna plans to continue her education and pursue her passions with the same unstoppable spirit that has carried her this far. She embodies what it means to live boldly, overcome obstacles, and shine brightly—no matter what life brings her way.
VICTORIA TEELE
From her first seizures at just nine years old, Victoria has shown remarkable strength, perseverance, and compassion in the face of life’s greatest challenges. Living with epilepsy has shaped her journey in profound ways—testing her resilience, deepening her empathy, and inspiring her to turn adversity into advocacy.
Despite years of hospital visits, medication struggles, and medical setbacks, Victoria never gave up on her dreams. It took her eleven years to complete her bachelor’s degree, but she proudly graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2016 with a degree in psychology. Now, she is pursuing her master’s in clinical mental health counseling with a focus on trauma therapy—determined to help others find hope and healing just as she has.
Victoria’s experiences have fueled her lifelong mission to advocate for people living with epilepsy and other neurological or mental health conditions. Her story is one of courage, perseverance, and purpose—proof that no diagnosis can diminish the spirit of someone determined to make a difference.
PROVIDING FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE EDUCATION OF PERSONS AFFECTED BY EPILEPSY
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PROVIDING FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE EDUCATION OF PERSONS AFFECTED BY EPILEPSY ✦
recipientS of OUR scholarshipS will be personS who show perseverance, courage, & DEDICATION TO ACHIEVING THEIR GOALS REGARDLESS OF WHAT EPILEPSY MAY THROW AT THEM!
START YOUR APPLICATION TODAY!
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START YOUR APPLICATION TODAY! ✦
