Recipients story | Layton Bass

Meet Layton – A Future Business Leader in the Making

Thanks to the generous support of our donors, students like Layton Bass are able to pursue their dreams and shape a brighter future. Layton’s story is just one example of how your contributions to the CastleBerry Foundation are more than just financial aid—they’re a powerful investment in potential, ambition, and impact. Read his heartfelt message below to see how your support is already making a difference. Join us in empowering the next generation of leaders — donate today and help students like Layton turn their dreams into reality.

Dear Castleberry Foundation,

I want to express my sincere gratitude to you for awarding me this scholarship. I was thrilled to learn of my selection for this honor and I am deeply appreciative of your support. The financial assistance you have provided me will be of great use towards my educational expenses and will allow me to concentrate more on my studies. With this scholarship I plan to continue my education with a newfound sense of passion towards my field of study. My selection for this scholarship has given me another reason to continue my degree with an effort to not only graduate but to succeed highly in my chosen field. Your generosity has inspired me to help and give back to the community. Being able to earn my degree with your generous help reminds me of the financial aid that I may hopefully be able to give to others in the future. As a Business major with future aspirations of becoming a successful leader, I don't know what I want to become yet, but I am open to exploring different paths where I can use my skills, whether in entrepreneurship, management, or consulting, to make a meaningful impact. This scholarship significantly reduces the financial burden of my education. Your support not only contributes to my academic expenses but also invests in my future career , where I aim to uphold the standards of excellence and integrity in the business industry. Thank you again for the support that you have given to me and the confidence in my success that this scholarship instills.

Thank you,
Layton Bass
Class Of 2027
Bachelor of Business Administration- Management