The Terry Fox Humanitarian Awards Inc (Prix Humanitaires Terry Fox Inc) is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to administering the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program, an esteemed scholarship initiative established in 1982 to honor the legacy of Terry Fox. The organization operates under business registration number 132238833RR0001 and is known for its commitment to recognizing and fostering humanitarian values among Canadian youth.

Overview

The Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program is widely regarded as one of Canada’s most prestigious scholarships. It aims to honor and advance the humanitarian legacy of Terry Fox, a national hero celebrated for his courage, determination, and charitable contributions. The award encourages Canadian youth to emulate these ideals by actively giving back to their communities through volunteer work and humanitarian service.

Mission and Vision

The organization's vision is to celebrate and perpetuate Terry Fox’s legacy by inspiring young Canadians to tackle humanitarian challenges and demonstrate resilience in the face of adversity. The award program supports youth who exemplify humanitarian ideals by recognizing their voluntary, uncompensated community service, and their ability to overcome personal challenges.

Award Details

Recipients of the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award receive financial support to assist them in pursuing their first post-secondary degree or diploma. The award provides up to $28,000 distributed over four years, typically selecting about 20 recipients annually across Canada. Selection is competitive, with hundreds of applicants vying for this honor each year.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants.
• They must have performed voluntary humanitarian service without compensation.
• Candidates must demonstrate personal courage and determination by overcoming adversity.
• Applicants should be graduating or have graduated from secondary school or CEGEP and be entering or continuing in their first post-secondary program.
• Students who have already earned a degree or diploma are ineligible.

Impact and Legacy

Since its establishment, the Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program has fostered a community of scholars dedicated to humanitarian causes, reinforcing Terry Fox’s enduring impact on Canadian society. Scholars come from diverse backgrounds but share a passion for community service and embody the spirit of giving that Terry Fox championed.

The organization also invites volunteers nationwide to assist in its mission, enabling more young Canadians to achieve their educational goals while upholding Terry Fox’s humanitarian spirit.

Relationship to Terry Fox

The awards program directly honors Terry Fox, whose life and Marathon of Hope inspired millions. Fox's legacy as a symbol of courage and humanitarianism remains central to the organization's objectives, making the award a living embodiment of his values in the Canadian youth community.

This nonprofit organization continues to serve as a beacon of Terry Fox’s humanitarian ideals, supporting young Canadians in their pursuit of higher education and community betterment through volunteerism and resilience[1][2][3][5].