Scholarship applications being accepted

Applications for 2008 Uncommon Friends Foundation scholarships, honoring deserving individuals who have a financial need and the potential to succeed in school, are available now. Completed applications are due by April 1. The recipients of the scholarships will be announced on June 5 at the foundation's "Uncommon Evening," being held this year at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs.

Since 1998, the foundation has provided scholarships to more than 200 individuals who have demonstrated the personal traits of the five unique men and their wives James D. Newton wrote about in his book, "Uncommon Friends." His "uncommon friends" were Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, Dr. Alexis Carrel, and Charles Lindbergh and their wives.

Application forms may be obtained by calling (239) 533-2130, requested via e-mail at uncommonfriends@mindspring.com, or checking the website at www.uncommonfriends. org