Honoring the life and legacy
of Kaleb Cory
Forever 44
Kaleb Cory
December 15, 1994 — July 27, 2014
19
Years of life
44
His number
∞
His legacy
Remembering Kaleb Cory
There are people who pass through your life and leave behind more than memories — they leave a lasting impact on the people who knew and loved them. Kaleb Cory was one of those people.
Born on December 15, 1994, Kaleb lived with strength, loyalty, perseverance, and a deep commitment to the people he loved. He was taken from his family and friends far too soon on July 27, 2014, at only 19 years old.
The Forever 44 Scholarship Fund was created so that Kaleb's memory can continue through opportunities given to students who demonstrate resilience, character, determination, and care for the people around them.
Through the Blue Duck Foundation, this scholarship honors Kaleb's life while helping young people move forward with purpose and the support they need to pursue their education.
Forever 44 lives on through every student who carries his memory forward.
What 44
means
Strength
The strength to keep moving forward through hardship and uncertainty.
Loyalty
A commitment to family, friends, community, and the people who depend on us.
Perseverance
The determination to continue working toward a better future when the path is difficult.
Family & Friendship
The relationships that support us, shape us, and carry a person's memory forward.
The Forever 44
Scholarship Fund
Established to honor Kaleb's life and memory, the scholarship supports students who demonstrate resilience, heart, character, and determination.
Forever 44 represents strength in the face of adversity and a commitment to carrying forward the memory of someone taken far too soon.
Through the Blue Duck Foundation, students receive support as they pursue higher education and build futures rooted in purpose, perseverance, and community.
Applicants are evaluated on the following:
- Graduating high school senior or current undergraduate student
- Demonstrated resilience, perseverance, and strength of character
- Commitment to family, community, and the people around them
- Pursuing higher education with purpose and determination
- Personal essay reflecting on legacy, loss, resilience, or carrying someone's memory forward
- One letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach, or mentor
A note on selection
Selection considers the whole person, including character, perseverance, purpose, and care for others.
A life remembered,
a legacy continued
Kaleb Cory is born.
Kaleb passes away at 19 years old. His memory remains with his family, friends, and community.
The Blue Duck Foundation establishes the Forever 44 Scholarship Fund in Kaleb's memory.
Students supported by the scholarship carry Kaleb's memory forward as they pursue their education and serve their communities.
Help us carry it
forward
Support the scholarship, nominate a deserving student, or help share the opportunity with schools and communities.
Donate
Contributions help fund scholarship awards for deserving students.
Nominate a student
Tell us about a student whose character and determination deserve recognition.
Spread the word
Share the scholarship with schools, families, and communities.
Forever 44 Scholarship Fund
Carrying Kaleb's memory
into the future
In memory of Kaleb Cory — December 15, 1994 – July 27, 2014