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Archived story · published November 7, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Politics · November 7, 2026

Melania Trump and LSU announce a scholarship program for students who were in foster care

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First Lady Melania Trump traveled to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Saturday, Nov 7, 2026, to announce a multimillion-dollar scholarship partnership between Louisiana State University and her "Fostering the Future" program. The initiative aims to provide financial support for students who have aged out of or experienced the foster care system. The program has secured more than $7 million in private donations, including a $5 million commitment from MMR Group Inc. and over $2 million from LSU Foundation donors. The first lady appeared alongside LSU President Wade Rousse and students currently benefiting from the program before attending the LSU-Alabama football game.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • Melania Trump announced a scholarship partnership between LSU and her 'Fostering the Future' program
  • The initiative provides scholarships specifically for students who were in the foster care system
  • The program is funded by more than $7 million in private donations
  • MMR Group Inc. contributed $5 million to the endowment fund
  • The announcement took place on Saturday in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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  • MMR Group Inc. is an electrical contracting company
  • There are currently 14 scholars under the program at LSU and nine at Alabama
  • The 'Fostering the Future' program supports 100 students across 26 schools this semester
  • The university's mascot presented the scholarship checks while wearing a 'Be Best' T-shirt
  • The first lady attended the LSU vs. Alabama football game following the announcement

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