On May 29, 2009, hearts in Salem were broken over the senseless death of Montez Bailey, a young man who was shot and fatally wounded while sitting on a park bench with two friends. His friends, 21-year old Skylar Bailey and 20-year old Cameron Carolino, were also shot, but they survived. Eduardo Angulo, longtime advocate for kids in the Salem area said, "This is one of the most senseless crimes that we have ever had to witness in our lifetime."
In memory of Montez's life and legacy, a Memorial Scholarship has been established in his name. For this scholarship to be activated and distributed to students, it must contain more than $5000. Unfortunately, the Montez Bailey Memorial Scholarship has a current balance of less than $1000.
In an attempt to raise money for the Montez Bailey Memorial Scholarship, One Body (Chemeketa's Intercultural Community Service Club) and the Office of Student Retention and College Life will be hosting a semi-formal fundraising dinner. Along with the entrée, side, and dessert, there will be music, speeches, poetry readings, and much more from various students and members of the community. By attending this dinner and supporting this scholarship, you will help keep Montez's dream alive by allowing other students to pursue their dreams towards success.
What: Montez Bailey Memorial Scholarship Dinner
When: May 25th, 2011, 5:30-8:00 PM
Where: Chemeketa Community College
Building 2, Room 179, in the Programming Center
Cost: $20 Per Person
Tickets will be available for purchase at the Office of Student Retention and College Life, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. For tickets and to RSVP, email MontezBaileyScholarshipDinner@gmail.com.You can also buy tickets at the door. Cash or check only please.
If you are unable to attend and would like to donate to the scholarship fund, contact Matt Rauch at mrauck@my.chemeketa.edu or call 503.399.5116 in the Office of Student Retention and College Life.
