Eligible scholarship recipients will enroll at a Virginia Community College to either complete a career certificate or with the intent to transfer to a Virginia four-year public or private institution through a Virginia Guaranteed Admission Agreement. See link for further requirements.
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to high school seniors who attended Skipwith Elementary for a least one year. Must have financial need. Contact high school counselor for information.
Two different categories offered:
One to a Hanover County High School student enrolling in an agricultural related field. See link for scholarship application.
Two to Hanover County Public School students entering the two-year Ag Tech School at Virginia Tech. Check with guidance counselor for application.
Henrico County Board of Supervisors members Mr. Frank J. Thornton and Mrs. Patricia S. O’Bannon are both retiring after three decades of service in December of 2023. Both Mr. Thornton and Mrs. O’Bannon were trailblazers on the Board of Supervisors, as the first African American and first woman, respectively, to serve on the Board. These two supervisors are not only dedicated public servants, but also change agents who have established lasting legacies in Henrico.
For graduating Seniors who are GAA Alumni. This scholarship is intended to recognize outstanding young men and women who have represented themselves well and strived for excellence in school and the community (GAA, High School, Chesterfield, Virginia). Scholarship is merit-based and intended to assist with financial obligations as they start college.
See high school counselor for application information.
Jimmy Rane Foundation scholars are students who exhibit academic excellence, leadership skills and community involvement as well as activities, awards and honors, and who have a demonstrated financial need in order to attend college. They must demonstrate their desire and ability to overcome barriers and to achieve their goals.
Applicant should be a Chesterfield senior who has cheered for a league member athletic association and plans to pursue a post secondary college education. Two letters of recommendation are required.
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
Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity chapters at many of the colleges in Virginia are offering $10,000 in scholarships to incoming freshmen men.
Applicants have no obligation to join or affiliate with SigEp to be eligible. This resource is intended to assist with college affordability while introducing students to campus life opportunities.
Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded during the school year, honoring one male and one female student-participant who demonstrates outstanding traits of citizenship in his/her high school career. Only students graduating from a VHSL member school will be eligible for these awards. Each VHSL member school may nominate one male and one female student (a separate application is required for each individual).
Students must have previously participated in one or more VHSL activities which can include serving as an athletic training student aide (ATSA) with a Virginia licensed athletic trainer within that school to be eligible for the award. All applications must be submitted to the VHSL office by the member school principal.
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.
The Virginia Press Association’s charitable arm, the Virginia Press Foundation, has partnered with the Hampton Roads Community Foundation, to establish the Sierra Jenkins Scholarship Fund.
For students who are long-time residents of Virginia pursuing a degree in journalism or a degree in communications with a concentration in journalism at a four-year Virginia college or university. Applicants must be studying print or online/digital journalism. Preference will be given to African American/Black students or other historically marginalized racial or ethnic groups such as, but not limited to, Native American/Indigenous, Hispanic/Latinx, Middle Eastern, Asian and Pacific Islanders. This is a one-year, one-time only scholarship; it will not be renewed.
Students must plan to attend college and will major in any field other than nursing. One does not need to be a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), however, one must have a sponsoring chapter. Scholarships based on merit and financial need.
The scholarship will be awarded based on academic achievement, leadership, community service, and financial need. If you live in the service area of these schools, you may apply (even if you attend a private school or are home schooled):
Deep Run
Douglas Freeman
Glen Allen
Hermitage
J. R. Tucker
Mills Goodwin
Deadline extended to May 1, 2024
The Michael Wassmer Foundation is a nonprofit that was founded in September of 2022, shortly after Mike passed away from an undiagnosed heart condition. Mike was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend and community leader.
He is dearly missed, but his family is proud to continue his philanthropic legacy in Virginia by granting significant need-based scholarships to high school seniors in the City of Richmond, and the counties of Chesterfield, Hanover and Henrico. Wassmer Foundation Scholars will reflect Mike’s core values of resilience, integrity, compassion and determination.
Deadline extended to April 1, 2024.
The Smithfield Foundation is proud to provide educational scholarships to the dependent children and grandchildren of full-time and retired employees of Smithfield Foods. You must first apply and be accepted to be awarded a Smithfield Foundation scholarship.
The Smithfield Foundation is proud to provide educational scholarships to the dependent children and grandchildren of full-time and retired employees of Smithfield Foods. You must first apply and be accepted to be awarded a Smithfield Foundation scholarship.
Virginia Christmas Tree Growers Association (VCTGA)
is an association of professional Christmas tree growers
interested in the expansion of the farming industry by
growing and marketing quality trees. Through
support of research and education, they strive to improve the numbers, quality and types of trees
available to the fresh tree market.
Two $1,000 educational scholarships will be awarded annually to students who are furthering their
educations through attendance at accredited colleges or universities. The scholarships are
available to rising juniors, seniors or graduate students majoring in forestry or horticulture
The Smithfield Foundation is proud to provide educational scholarships to the dependent children and grandchildren of full-time and retired employees of Smithfield Foods. You must first apply and be accepted to be awarded a Smithfield Foundation scholarship.
The EWI Scholarship Program is open to students enrolled in public, private, or parochial schools located within the geographical boundaries of a participating EWI Chapter. The applicant must plan to pursue a degree at an accredited post-secondary institution and have financial need. A minimum 3.00 GPA is required. Candidates will also be judged on their leadership qualities, good citizenship and extra-curricular activities. Applicants will first compete at the local Chapter level for a $2,500 scholarship and those winners are then submitted to the National level for a chance to win additional scholarships. Students interested in applying should check with their high school counselor to see if the school participates in EWISP. One student from each school will be chosen to compete for Chapter level awards.
To promote continuing education for any course of study by awarding scholarships for attendance at institutions of higher education to individuals who demonstrate financial need, community involvement, academic achievement and desire. Applicant should attend Hopewell High School.
The Smithfield Foundation is proud to provide educational scholarships to the dependent children and grandchildren of full-time and retired employees of Smithfield Foods. You must first apply and be accepted to be awarded a Smithfield Foundation scholarship.
To promote continuing education for any course of study by awarding scholarships for attendance at institutions of higher education to individuals who demonstrate financial need, academic achievement and desire. Priority may be given to a student pursuing a career in Healthcare, Mechanical Engineering or Education.
Applicants must:
The Smithfield Foundation is proud to provide educational scholarships to the dependent children and grandchildren of full-time and retired employees of Smithfield Foods. You must first apply and be accepted to be awarded a Smithfield Foundation scholarship.
To promote continuing education by awarding scholarships for any course of study at institutions of higher learning. These institutions may include technical colleges, community colleges, and four-year colleges/universities. Priority will be given to a member of Friendship Baptist Church and/or the child/grandchild of a member of Friendship Baptist Church. Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA or higher and demonstrate financial need.
The scholarship is funded by the Virginia Dental Hygienists’ Association Foundation to honor their deceased colleague and benefactor who helped to establish the VDHA Foundation. It is awarded to a student possessing Virginia residency who is seeking a post licensure or graduate degree.
The Captain Earle Worley Scholarship Fund was established in 2017 to honor the memory of Captain Earle Worley. The purpose of the Fund is to support post-secondary educational scholarships for qualifying graduates of public or private high schools in Virginia, attending an accredited two- or four-year community college, college or university, or vocational school in the United States who plan to study aeronautics, aerospace, aviation or related engineering.
These scholarships will be limited to members of the East Coast Surfing community. Students of all ages are eligible. Rising high school seniors and college undergraduate students or returning students may apply. Applicants and previous winners may reapply each year.
Affiliated with the National Grocers Association and created to enhance the future of the grocery industry by investing in education. Each year scholarships are awarded to rising full time college sophomores , seniors, or graduate students pursuing a degree in business, food management or another relevant course of study leading to a career in the grocery industry. A transcript, personal statement, resume and two letters of recommendation are required.
To promote nursing and therapy occupations (RN, PT, OT, SLP, Respiratory) by awarding scholarships for attendance at institutions of higher learning for students who wish to study nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or respiratory therapy.
Financial need and a GPA of at least 3.0 is required for high school students and a 2.5 GPA for students currently attending a two or four year institution of higher education.
