Jessica Hughes Receives Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship for Foster Care Advocacy Work

Jessica Hughes has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship from Skarin Law Group, recognizing her exceptional commitment to community service and educational excellence. The $1,000 scholarship award supports law students who demonstrate leadership qualities and a strong dedication to serving their communities, with funds applicable toward tuition, fees, books, or other educational expenses at Skarin Law Group.

Hughes distinguished herself through her work as founder of Fostering a Better Home, an initiative dedicated to supporting children in the foster care system. In her scholarship application, she explained her motivation for creating the organization, stating, "I created this initiative to raise awareness about the needs of children in the foster care system and to advocate for reforms that would ensure more stable, compassionate care." Her advocacy work demonstrates how charitable educational support can amplify community-focused initiatives that address critical social needs.

Through Fostering a Better Home, Hughes has coordinated numerous events for foster families, including seasonal drives and family gatherings that provide essential support and connection for vulnerable youth. Her efforts have made significant impacts on the lives of children in Davidson County and throughout North Carolina, showcasing how individual commitment combined with organizational support can create meaningful change in communities. The scholarship program represents Skarin Law Group's commitment to fostering the next generation of legal professionals who demonstrate both academic achievement and meaningful community engagement.

Hughes, who is attending High Point University School of Law and plans to practice family law after graduation, exemplifies the type of student the scholarship aims to support. Her work with foster children aligns closely with the firm's focus on family law and protecting the futures of families, highlighting how charitable educational initiatives can help develop legal professionals with practical community experience. The selection process required applicants to submit essays detailing how they have made differences in their local communities, emphasizing the importance of practical community involvement alongside academic pursuits in legal education.

The scholarship program underscores how targeted charitable giving in education can support students who embody values of service and leadership while addressing specific community needs. Hughes' recognition demonstrates how scholarship programs can validate and encourage community-focused work among future legal professionals, creating a pipeline of attorneys equipped with both legal expertise and firsthand understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable populations.