Scholarships

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Hanover AARP Chapter Scholarship

  

Hanover County high school senior with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Exhibiting strong leadership skills, citizenship skills and demonstrated a strong work ethic.

Essay Requirement: What major are you interested in and why?

   

 

Martha Mason Hill Memorial Foundation Scholarship

The Martha Mason Hill Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of the late Martha Mason Hill. Among her many exceptional qualities were her good will toward others and her strong belief in the value of education. The family of Mrs. Hill hopes to continue her legacy through this scholarship fund.

The Martha Mason Hill Memorial Foundation, Inc. offers up to three academic scholarships each year (one per recipient). Two $1500 awards are designated for eligible students pursuing any course of study at an accredited 4-year institution. One $1500 scholarship is designated for a student pursing a degree in fine arts at an accredited 4-year institution.

 

Robert E. Lee Post 2239 VFW Scholarships

The scholarship committee plans to award five scholarships in the amount of $1000 each. One scholarship is reserved for each of the following High Schools: L.C. Bird, Thomas Dale, Matoaca, and Colonial Heights. The fifth scholarship is unrestricted and will be awarded to a student from any of the four schools at the discretion of the scholarship committee. High school seniors planning to attend a post secondary institution on a full time basis are invited to apply.  A list of activities and an essay describing future goals, as well as a letter of recommendation are required.  Contact high school guidance counselor for more information.

 

American Legion Post 284 and American Legion Department of Virginia Scholarships

American Legion Post 284 offers a number of scholarships for relatives of present and past post members.  They have also supplied links to a number of American Legion Department of Virginia scholarships which may not require one to be related to a particular post member.  See specifics on the link below.

 

Virginia School Counselor Association (VSCA) Student Scholarship

For high school seniors planning to pursue a post-secondary education.  An essay about a school counselor who has made a difference in your academic, career and/or social-emotional development is required.  The school counselor who the student writes about must be a certified school counselor and a member of the VSCA.

 

Homebase Credit Union – Excellence in Leadership Scholarships

  • 2023 Excellence in Leadership Awards

    • Homebase Credit Union will award four scholarships totaling $5,500 (three at $1,000 and one at $2,500).
    • Any high school senior who is a Homebase Credit Union member and entering into any area of study at a two- or four-year college/university or pursuing a certificate or technical degree at a career college or technical school is encouraged to apply.

 

Virginia Association for Teachers of Family & Consumer Sciences – Martha Creighton Scholarship

The applicant must be a graduate of a Virginia high school who is planning to pursue or is pursuing an education in Family and Consumer Sciences or a Family and Consumer Sciences related field.

 

 

Virginia Association for Teachers of Family & Consumer Sciences – Helen Hopper Scholarship

Available for a high school senior, college student or graduate student majoring in Family Life Education.

 

 

Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters (VAPB) Scholarship

The Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters Association, comprised of AP member television and radio stations throughout Virginia and West Virginia, is offering two scholarships this year to students pursuing a degree in broadcast journalism. The students must be enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies at a college or university in Virginia or West Virginia at the time of the application deadline. The VAPB Scholarship Committee will select one student from a West Virginia school and one from a Virginia school among all qualified applications received by the deadline

 

Enon Elementary School PTO Scholarship

Must be a senior who went to Enon Elementary and is graduating from a Chesterfield County high school.  Essay required.  Contact high school guidance counselor for further details.

 

Fary Memorial Scholarship Fund

This scholarship fund was established to assist students from rural areas to continue their educational goals.  Applicants must reside in one of the areas specified.  A 3.5 minimum GPA is required. Leadership, community service, honors and awards along with three letters of recommendation and an essay will also be considered.

 

Holman Middle School PTA Scholarship

Applicant must have attended Holman Middle School for at least one year and be a graduating high school senior who is well rounded and demonstrates positive character traits.

 

Short Pump Middle School PTA – Dr. Mark E. Chamberlin Scholarship

Applicant must be a graduate of Short Pump Middle School and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be considered.  Based on school involvement, community service and strong personal character.

 

James 2:26 Fund

The James 2:26 Fund Scholarship is a last-dollar scholarship for students seeking a bachelor’s degree at a public college or university located in Virginia with a preference for students living in public or subsidized housing. To the extent possible, this scholarship will cover the cost of tuition, fees, room and board, books and supplies not covered by other grants and scholarships the student receives. Recipients are required to live on campus for their first year of attendance if such housing is available.

As the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without deeds is dead. James 2:26

 

Adrian Ryan Kirk Memorial Scholarship

The Adrian Ryan Kirk Memorial Scholarship is for graduating high school seniors with ADD, ADHD and learning disabilities who strive to overcome their disability and attend college or vocational school.  This award is merit-based; financial need is not a factor.

 

Community Foundation Scholarships

The Community Foundation strives to provide a stronger and more vibrant Central Virginia region.  Approximately 70 scholarships are administered through the Community Foundation to promote educational enhancement in this area.  Click on link to access individual scholarship information.  

 

Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Scholarship

Available to students pursuing careers in the dairy industry.  Applicant should be the child or employee of a Maryland & Virginia member or the child of a Maryland & Virginia employee.  Selection criteria based on commitment to the dairy industry, leadership, integrity, along with extracurricular activities.

 

Virginia Division, United Daughters of the Confederacy Scholarships (UDC)

Must be a lineal descendant of Confederate Veterans, present or former members of the Children of the Confederacy, members of the UDC, and children of UDC members (living or deceased).  See link for criteria outlined in the qualifications section.

Scholarship candidates are sponsored by local UDC Chapters.

 

Dixie Softball Scholarship

Applicants must have participated in a Dixie softball program for at least 2 seasons.  Must have financial need.

 

Virginia Foundation for Community College Education Scholarships

Students can earn scholarship money through this statewide scholarship program.  See link for details pertaining to specific community colleges.

 

John Randolph Foundation Scholarships

The John Randolph Foundation offers numerous scholarships for specific areas in Virginia.  Click on individual scholarship links for additional criteria.

 

Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show, Inc. (MANTS) Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship

Applicant must be a resident of one of the three MANTS member states listed.  Attendance at an institution within these states is not mandatory.  One must be an undergraduate or graduate student in a landscape/horticulture program or related discipline at a two or four year institution and carry a full time course load at the time of application and during the semesters for which the scholarship is granted.  A 2.7 overall GPA and a minimum 3.0 GPA in their major is required.

 

Dixie Boys Baseball Bernie Varnadore Scholarship Program

For outstanding high school seniors who were participants in a Dixie Boys Baseball, Inc. program and plan to attend college.  One may have participated in the Dixie Boys Baseball program for boys 13 & 14 years old, Dixie Pre-Majors Baseball for boys 15 & 16 years old; and Dixie Majors Baseball for boys 15 through 19 years old.  High school grades and testing and evidence of strong school and community leadership are required, as well as financial need.

 

Dixie Youth Baseball Scholarship

For high school seniors.  Must have played in a Dixie Youth Baseball league before the age of 13.  This scholarship is not based on athletic ability.

 

Washington Regional Transplant Community (WRTC) Legacy of Life Essay & Video Contests

WRTC is offering high school seniors in their service area an opportunity to receive scholarship money for college by writing an essay or creating a video in regards to organ donation.  See link for specific criteria for these lucrative scholarships.

 

The Richmond Public Relations Foundation (PRSA) Scholarship Program

Eligibility

To qualify, applicants must:

  • be a junior or senior at a Virginia college or university enrolled in public relations/communications studies or courses, and planning to pursue a career in PR.
  • Have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Two of the four scholarships are open to any students that meet the above criteria, and the remaining two scholarships have more distinct criteria. Eligible students can apply for and receive multiple scholarships.

 

Brightpoint Community Foundation Scholarships

The Brightpoint, formerly John Tyler, Community Foundation scholarships are made possible by donor gifts.  To be eligible one must be enrolled or plan to enroll in a degree program at JTCC.  A minimum 2.5 GPA is required, along with having completed a current FAFSA which needs to be on file at John Tyler before the scholarship deadline date.  In-state tuition status is required.

 

U.S. JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program

The JCI Senate Foundation supports efforts of the Jaycees organization.  Two top ranked applications per state will be forwarded to the national foundation to be judged by an outside, independent panel of educators and winners of the scholarship grants are selected by that panel.  See link for additional information and requirements.

 

Mid-Atlantic Chapter, International Erosion Control Association Collegiate Scholarship

Several scholarships will be awarded to assist undergraduate students within a designated field of study associated with Erosion and Sediment Control.  Applicant must be a declared major at an accredited four-year college or university located in one of the Mid-Atlantic states listed and must be either a full-time sophomore, junior, or senior undergraduate.  Must have a career direction related to the field of Stormwater Management or Erosion and Sediment Control.  Possible fields of study could include environmental science, earth studies, and earth science, agricultural and civil engineering, soil science, agronomy, geology, hydrology, construction technology, forestry, agricultural science, and marine science.  Applicant must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher.

 

Karen Riley Porter, Attorney at Law – Good Works Scholarship

Criteria for eligibility and selection:

  • The scholarship program is open to all undergraduate, graduate, and law school students, as well as incoming college freshmen at an accredited U.S. educational institution.
  • The candidate must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Application requirements:

The Karin Riley Porter Attorney at Law Scholarship program welcomes all students who meet the above criteria to apply. Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:

  • A current resume,
  • An academic transcript,
  • A letter of recommendation,
  • A 500-word essay that identifies the applicant and describes the applicant’s leadership and dedication in giving back to his or her community through community service projects, including projects involving criminal justice issues.