Friday 13 May 2016

Rihanna to launch global scholarship program as singer gears up for Billboard Music Awards performance

Rihanna revealed on Thursday May 12 that she will perform at the Billboard Music Awards, airing live Sunday, May 22 on ABC.

The 28-year-old singer also announced this week that she has launched a global scholarship program with her Clara Lionel Foundation. The program is designed to help students achieve their fullest potential and obtain their college degree. With applications now open, the program will award full scholarships to youth in Barbados, Brazil, Cuba, Haiti, Guyana, Jamaica and the United States providing them with the opportunity to receive an education anywhere in the United States.

''To be able to give the gift of an education is actually an honor, '' she said in a statement. ''Higher education will help provide perspective, opportunities and learning to a group of kids who really deserve it. I am thrilled to be able to do this.''


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