$1.3 Million in Nationwide Simon Youth Scholarships Includes Award For Local High School Student

A local student will continue their education this fall with the help of Southridge Mall and Simon Youth Foundation (SYF). Jimmy Nguyen, of West Allis, has received a Simon Youth Foundation Community Scholarship valued at $1,500. The scholarship was awarded in partnership between Southridge Mall, Wisconsin's largest regional shopping destination, and Simon Youth Foundation (SYF), a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational and career development opportunities for youth.

Nguyen is a recent graduate of Nathan Hale High School and exemplified himself through academic excellence, leadership skills, and participation in both school and community activities. He plans to study physics and medicine at The Ohio State University in the fall.

“We are very proud of the Simon Youth Scholarships program because it has given us the opportunity to support the academic endeavors of promising youth right here in our community,” said Cheryl Rouse, director of marketing and business development at Southridge Mall.

Simon Youth Scholarships are awarded annually to at least one student in every U.S. community that is home to a Simon® property. This year, approximately $1.3 million will be awarded.

“Simon Youth Community Scholarships reward academic excellence across the country and help students to continue their education,” said J. Michael Durnil, President and CEO of SYF. “Financial concerns should never be the reason preventing a child from pursuing their dreams.”

About Simon Youth Foundation

Simon Youth Foundation is a national nonprofit based in Indianapolis and is rated as a Four Star Charity by Charity Navigator. SYF exists to help at-risk students who are on the verge of dropping out of high school stay in school. Through 26 Simon Youth Academies in 12 states and Simon Youth Scholarships, SYF advocates, creates and initiates educational opportunities for students by creating learning environments primarily inside Simon malls. In partnership with local public schools, SYF has maintained a 90% graduation rate at its Academies since inception, graduated more than 13,000 students, and awarded more than $15 million in scholarships. Learn more at syf.org.

About Southridge Mall

Southridge Mall is Wisconsin's largest regional shopping destination with five major department stores, including Macy’s, Boston Store, JCPenney, Kohl’s and Sears. This friendly-family center offers a variety of shopping choices for the entire family with more than 125 popular retail stores such as H&M, Eddie Bauer, Chico’s, LOFT, Bath & Body Works, Disney Store, PINK, Victoria’s Secret, Francesca’s, Shoe Dept. Encore, Express, Toys R’ Us, Old Navy and more. In addition, shoppers enjoy delicious eateries like the recently opened Buca di Beppo and a more contemporary food court, as well as an interactive children’s play area. Southridge Mall is located at 5300 S. 76th Street in Greendale, Wisconsin between Grange and Edgerton Avenues. For additional information, please contact Southridge Mall at (414) 421-5600 or visit www.southridgeshoppingmall.com. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ShopSouthridgeMall and follow us on Twitter @ShopSouthridge and on Instagram @ShopSouthridge.

Photo Caption: Jimmy Nguyen, of West Allis, has received a Simon Youth Foundation Community Scholarship valued at $1,500 from Southridge Mall and Simon Youth Foundation.