DeSoto Hope awards first scholarships to students affected by cancer

By , Daily Memphian Updated: July 02, 2025 3:53 PM CT | Published: July 02, 2025 3:53 PM CT

The local nonprofit founded by five cancer survivors has announced the first two recipients of its new $2,500 Community Cancer Support Scholarship.

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DeSoto Hope Community Cancer Support Scholarship Hunter Peeks Reid Russell
Brandon LaGrone II

Brandon LaGrone II

Brandon LaGrone Jr. is a Bluff City native who has earned an undergraduate degree in journalism from LSU’s Manship School. He’s written for publications including The (Baton Rouge) Advocate and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.


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