Since 2003, the Daniels Fund Has Distributed More Than $13 Million In

A scholarship for highly-motivated students Details about the scholarship he Boundless Opportunity Scholarship (BOS) is current and complete list of colleges and Tdesigned to benefit motivated non-traditional students A universities receiving funding to offer Boundless who recognize the power of education to create a better Opportunity Scholarships can be found on the Daniels life for themselves and their families. Fund website at DanielsFund.org/Boundless. The scholarship is available for undergraduate degrees Students interested in applying for a Boundless and certificate programs at select two- and four-year Opportunity Scholarship should request an application colleges and universities in Colorado, New Mexico, from their college or university’s financial aid office, or Utah, and Wyoming. The Daniels Fund — the legacy of review the scholarship section of their school’s website. cable television pioneer Bill Daniels — awards grants to All BOS recipients are required to complete an online participating colleges and universities who then provide survey to provide information on career and academic need-based scholarships to successful student applicants. goals, and how they will be achieved. This information The BOS program serves seven non-traditional student helps the Daniels Fund evaluate the success of the populations, and is intended to help students able to program and its graduates. After the scholarship recipient demonstrate the need for financial assistance as they has been notified, but prior to the disbursement of funds, invest in themselves through continued education. the school’s financial aid office will provide each recipient with a link to access the survey. Participating schools choose to offer the BOS program to one or more of these defined student populations: Boundless Opportunity Scholarship ■ Adult learners awards may be used only toward the ■ GED recipients following expenses: ■ Former foster care youth Direct expenses: ■ Former juvenile justice youth ■ Tuition and fees ■ Returning military ■ Room and board ■ Individuals pursuing EMT/ Indirect expenses: paramedic training ■ Books and supplies ■ Individuals pursuing Early Since 2003, the Daniels Fund has Childhood Education (ECE) distributed more than $13 million in ■ Transportation certification Boundless Opportunity Scholarship commuting expenses funding to our college and university (limited to gasoline or Not all schools will offer Boundless partners, resulting in more than 4,300 public transportation) Opportunity Scholarships to scholarships for non-traditional all student populations. students. Individual The financial aid office scholarship awards range at each participating from $500 to $5,000 annually. school can provide The name of this program more information. was inspired by a quote from Daniels Fund founder Bill Daniels: “America remains the greatest nation on earth, where boundless opportunities still exist for each and every one of us.” About Bill Daniels ill Daniels achieved great success by working hard, B following his instincts, acting with ethics and integrity, Bill never claimed and treating everyone around him with respect. His brilliance to be perfect. In in business was matched by his compassion for people and fact, he was surprisingly open about his failures and mistakes. desire to help those in need. He struggled with alcoholism, but maintained sobriety after treatment at the Betty Ford Center in 1985. His devotion to Born in Greeley, Colorado in 1920, Bill spent his early work led to four divorces. He ran unsuccessfully for governor childhood in Omaha, Nebraska and Council Bluffs, Iowa. of Colorado in 1974. And Bill lost plenty of money investing As his family struggled through the Great Depression, Bill’s in unsuccessful ventures. values regarding work and responsibility were formed. The respect Bill earned for his achievements in business was When Bill was a teenager, his family moved to Hobbs, New matched by the admiration generated by his philanthropy. Mexico. Bill was driven and popular, but his unruly nature Over the years, he made countless charitable contributions prompted his parents to enroll him in the New Mexico and supported his community in meaningful ways. With Military Institute (NMMI). He quickly his plane, he set a new round-the-world speed record embraced cadet life. He was a natural while raising $300,000 for education. He opened his home, athlete and developed remarkable Cableland, to fundraising events for nonprofits dozens of leadership skills. Bill left NMMI a times per year, and donated the house to the City of Denver disciplined young man with appreciation as the official mayoral residence. for teamwork, etiquette, respect, and the chain of command. Recognizing the value of learning financial responsibility at a young age, Bill founded Bill would prove a fine naval officer and Young Americans Bank in 1987. His fearless combat pilot in World War II. concern that students weren’t learning the He was awarded the Bronze Star for importance of ethics led Bill to collaborate making repeated trips to rescue wounded with the University of Denver to incorporate shipmates after a devastating attack on ethics, values, and integrity into the business the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid. Bill also school curriculum. In 1994, the school was served during the Korean Conflict, and retired a decorated renamed to become the Daniels College of full Commander. Business in Bill’s honor. Bill began his business career by opening an insurance agency Bill gave more than just money. He spent in Casper, Wyoming. Driving home from a family visit in time with people in need to understand their situations. New Mexico, Bill stopped for lunch in Denver. A boxing His visible support of charitable causes inspired others. match flickered on a small black and white screen behind the He helped society’s most vulnerable and disadvantaged bar. It was Bill’s first encounter with television, and he was achieve happier, healthier, more productive lives. captivated. He learned many small towns — including Casper — did not have access to TV. As a result, Bill started building Bill spent his final years planning the Daniels Fund and Casper’s first cable system in 1952. providing the specific direction that guides its operation. When he died in 2000, Bill’s estate transferred to the Daniels Bill went on to own hundreds of systems across the country. Fund, making it one of the largest foundations in the region. His firm, Daniels& Associates, operated these properties The Daniels Fund continues Bill Daniels’ legacy of generosity and brokered many of the deals that shaped the industry. by making grants to outstanding nonprofit organizations and An avid sports fan, Bill generated local sports programming, providing scholarships to deserving students in Colorado, clearing the way for today’s regional sports networks. New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. He sponsored professional boxers, served as president of the American Basketball Association, was a founder of the United States Football League, and was an owner of professional sports teams, including the Utah Stars and Los Angeles Lakers. 101 Monroe Street ¾ Denver, Colorado 80206 303.393.7220 ¾ 877.791.4726 TOLL FREE DanielsFund.org .

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