The Brian Murphy Fund
A Sub Fund of the Education Foundation of Ottawa and
An Endowment Fund within the Ottawa Community Foundation
This award is in memory of Brian Murphy, host of CHEZ 106 “The Source” “Blues 106,” “Jazz 106” and other programs. He was known as one of Ottawa’s most original people. Brian will be remembered for his encyclopedic knowledge of music.
Purpose of the Award
The Brian Murphy Fund is meant to support the following purposes:
- to provide an annual award in music for a graduating high school student in the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board,
- who most exemplifies Brian’s passion and knowledge of music;
- in particular, a student who is involved in the Blues in the Schools Program.
Eligibility
All graduating students of the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board are eligible for this award.
Criteria for Selection of Winner
The Education Foundation of Ottawa will select eligible students bi-annually (the next award will be available in 2025).
Award
Depends on the endowment fund’s annual earnings.