Students applied for one of eight, $1,000 grants. In addition, each winner’s school received a $1,000 grant package. All applicants were asked to complete a 200-word essay on what it meant to them to be a successful massage therapist. “I am truly confident that our profession’s future is in very good hands based on the passion and professionalism reflected in the grant applications,” stated Lynda Solien-Wolfe, massage and spa vice president of Performance Health. “With over 850 submissions, choosing just eight winning essays was a difficult yet rewarding assignment for our selection committee. It is an uplifting experience to read what our students are striving to do to make our world a better place.” The winners included Kelly Berry, Melissa Furtado, Brittney Hawk, Sarah Huseby, Tyler Kragerud, Bailey Leighton, Stacy Siddle, and Bridget Todd.