Scholarship Fund for Families of Sept. 11 Victims Nears $100-Million Goal

A college-scholarship fund created in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks is nearing its goal of raising $100-million.

The Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund, which aims to benefit eligible children and spouses of people killed and injured in the attacks, has collected more than 20,000 gifts from foundations, corporations, and individuals -- a unique response to a singular tragedy, according to some.

"Never in the history of this country has there been that kind

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