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BREAKING: Jersey City Family Creates Scholarship for Performing Arts Students

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JERSEY CITY, NJ
June 28, 2026  | 
By DailyHudson Staff

Scholarship honors 19-year-old Sophia Donath, who loved music and theater.

The family of 19-year-old Sophia Donath, a former student at PS 3, LCCS, and High Tech High School, has created a scholarship in her memory after her unexpected death on June 20.

The scholarship, funded through a GoFundMe campaign, will support young performing artists in Jersey City, reflecting Sophia’s passion for music and theater.


Sophia Donath, 19, passed away unexpectedly on June 20.

She was a student at Public School 3, Learning Community Charter School, and High Tech High School.

‘Sophia passionately loved music, theater, and performing on stage,’ her family said in a statement.

Impact: The scholarship will help aspiring performers in the community pursue their artistic dreams.

What Happens Next: The family continues to accept donations through their GoFundMe page to support the scholarship fund.

The scholarship aims to keep Sophia’s love for the arts alive in Jersey City.

Source: Jersey City Times

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