The Cory Reese Foundation

 The Cory Reese Foundation is an American non-profit organization based in Richmond, Virginia that was founded in 2016 by his best friend, Tommy Holland and supported by Cory’s parents and his closest friends. The foundation’s aim is to promote the morale, welfare, and quality of life of the military community with a special emphasis on military families during times of hardship. Injuries in the military and other service related situations can be unexpected and overwhelming for the families of our military members. Through our foundation’s grants and programs, we will provide financial support for these families during their time of need, while also educating the public about these situations.

The Cory Richard Reese Fund

The Cory Richard Reese Fund, named after a beloved son, brother, friend, and a member of the United States Marine Corps, provides direct financial assistance for members of the Marine Corps and their families. Financial grants are awarded to the most deserving individual in order to alleviate the stress and difficulties related to injuries and other service related hardships.

 Cory was an amazing young man that taught us all the importance of friendship and family in our lives. He has inspired us to help others that are in need, and to honor the sacrifices made by our military members, their families, and their friends. Cory’s life tragically ended at the young age of 22, yet his spirit will always remain. He reminds us to keep that smile on our faces and live each day doing what makes us happy in hopes of making our world a better place.

Instructions: Please fill out the following information below and address the two essay questions listed. The application can be submitted either via our website (www.coryreesefoundation.com) or mailed to our PO Box at 1201 Sycamore Square Dr. Midlothian, VA 23113 PO Box 2674. The deadline for the application is May 1 of each year. Should you apply late, it will be considered for the following year. Finalists for the grant may be contacted by the Foundation after applying in hopes to learn more about the applicants, although this is not obligatory. The winner of the grant will be announced in the final week of May each year.

Marine Corps Member Information

Name of Marine: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Age: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Rank: _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Position: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

Overseas Tours (dates and locations):__________________________________________________________

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Military Injury or Other Service Related Situation (brief description, date and

location):_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Mailing Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Email: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please answer the following questions.

1.) Please further explain the service related situation that has caused you and your family distress

and how it has challenged your family as a whole. (max: 1500 words)

2.) If you are selected as the recipient of the Cory Richard Reese Grant, how do you intend to use the

grant to improve the welfare, morale or quality of life for you and your family during this difficult

situation? (max: 2000 words)

3.) Please provide a formal document proving your service to the military and submit with your

application.

Disclaimer

The Cory Reese Foundation and its representatives may contact you during the selection process

in the month of May in order to learn more information about yourself to help us more adequately

service your needs.

We would like to thank you for your interest in the Cory Reese Foundation, Inc. and we look forward

to reviewing your application. For any other information or questions, please contact us at

coryreesefoundation@gmail.com or (804)-381-1513. We would also like to encourage you to check out

our website, www.coryreesefoundation.com, as well as our Facebook page, The Cory Reese Foundation,

for more information about our friend Cory and our Foundation's goals. And most importantly, thank you

for your service; we are truly honored to have you protecting this great nation. God Bless and stay safe.