Scholarships

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Southeastern Theatre Conference, Inc. (SETC) Undergraduate Scholarships

This scholarship is offered for a high school senior planning to major in theater in the SETC region.  The SETC region includes Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.

 

Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals Essay Contest

The Fourth Circuit Student Essay Contest is open to all students currently in grades 6 through 12 from Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.

 

Cobb Imprint Memorial Scholarship in Honor of Marvin Williams

The scholarship will be awarded to a senior at a school in either Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, or Richmond Public Schools that has lost one or both parents. In memory of Marvin Williams, former Cobb employee, this scholarship will recognize superior community service.  Financial need is required, along with having met with a GRASP advisor during senior year.

 

Kersey Creek ES PTA Alumni Scholarship

Applicant must have attended Kersey Creek Elementary School.  The applicant must be planning to attend a college/university or technical school in the fall and have at least a 3.0 GPA.  Applicant must be a member of the PTSA and have a parent that is also a member.  An essay is required.

 

Enon Elementary – Beth Molter Scholarship

This scholarship is in honor of former Enon alumnus and teacher, Beth Molter.  Applicant must be a former Enon student planning to attend college.  An essay is required.

 

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Sigma Delta Zeta Chapter – Darlene Lavern Hamilton Memorial Scholarship

The Darlene Hamilton Memorial Scholarship award will be made to a deserving female high school senior to cover educational costs.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated is a community-conscious organization founded on the principles of scholarship.  In honor of our late Sigma Delta Zeta chapter member, Soror Darlene Lavern Hamilton, we offer an annual $1,000 scholarship to a deserving female high school senior in Henrico County. demonstrates a moderate to significant need for financial assistance in attaining her educational goals.

 

Skipwith Elementary School – William E. Harding Scholarships

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.

 

Sports Backers All Star Scholarships

Each ALL Star will earn a $2500 scholarship by successful completion of the program
requirements. The scholarship will be sent directly to the student’s college of choice. Any funds
that are unable to be used in the upcoming academic year will be held for use in future years or
for graduate studies.

 

Community Foundation – Captain Earle Worley Scholarship

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.

 

United States Senate Youth Program Scholarships

Qualified high school junior or seniors must show demonstrated leadership by serving in elected or appointed positions in which they are actively representing or previously represented a constituency in organizations related to student government, education, public affairs and community service. They must be actively serving in qualified leadership positions, enrolled in high school and living in the state (and for these purposes the District of Columbia) that they will represent for the entire 2025 – 2026 academic year.  All student leadership positions are subject to the judgement and verification of the state selection administrators. 

 

American Institute of Architects (AIA)-Richmond Chapter Scholarship

High school seniors who have been accepted into a college or university and plan to pursue a degree in architecture are eligible for this scholarship.  Letters of recommendation are required along with an essay on a chosen topic.

 

Marks & Harrison 2026 Driver Safety Scholarship Contest

To enter the program, you must submit a written essay with at least 1,000 words or a video essay between 5-6 minutes in length. We are seeking thoughtful, well-researched ideas that offer a fresh take on the dangers of texting and driving. The tone can be light-hearted or serious, as long as it is informative, helpful, and original.

 

Virginia War Memorial Veterans Day Essay Contest

Write about a Virginian who Served in the United States Military whose Story Inspires You.

The Virginia War Memorial (VWM) in Richmond is calling on students for entries to the Virginia War Memorial’s 2025 Veterans Day Student Essay Contest.

This annual competition is open to all Virginia middle and high school age public, private, and homeschooled students. One winner will be selected from among all middle school entries (grades 6-8) and one from high school entries (grades 9-12).

The essay topic for the 2025 contest is “A Virginian who served in the United States military who inspires you.”

 

 

Reynolds Community College Scholarships

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College offers multiple scholarship opportunities for those who have applied and will attend.

 

Virginia Federation of Republican Women Kendall Rhodes Memorial Scholarship

The VFRW is offering this scholarship to a graduating female high school senior who will be majoring in education.  The recipient must plan to attend an accredited college or university in the State of Virginia

 

Virginia Federation of Republican Women Republican Women Leading the Way Scholarship

VFRW is devoted to empowering women of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds in the political process. In support of this goal, A $2000 scholarship will be awarded to a Republican woman working to promote Republican principles on campus, in their communities, and in their daily lives.
Preference will be given to students majoring in a degree field that is directly related to Political Science.

 

LawnStarter Lawntrepreneur Scholarship

Available for a Richmond area student who is passionate about entrepreneurship.  A scholarship is offered for each of spring and fall semesters (see deadlines below).

  1. You currently own a lawn care business, ran a lawn care business in the past, or plan on starting a business upon graduating college.

  2. You’re passionate and ambitious.

  3. You have the willpower, work ethic, and desire to build the next great business.

  4. You are a high school senior (who is going to pursue college degree) or full-time college student enrolled in a two year, four year, or graduate program. This scholarship is open to all majors.

 

Leadership For The 21st Century Scholarship

This scholarship is sponsored by the Chesterfield County Black History Month Committee for all eligible CCPS students.

Open to all CCPS seniors planning to attend a VIRGINIA college/university.
6 recipients will be selected: one(1) from each of the five magisterial districts of
Chesterfield County and one (1) student from our regional schools (Maggie Walker
Governor’s School, Appomattox Regional Governor’s School, or CodeRVA Regional
High School).

 

John Randolph Foundation – Anne Moncrief Layman Nursing Scholarship

Applicant should be currently attending or have an interest in attending college as an undergraduate or graduate student to become a registered nurse.  A GPA of 3.0 or better is required and financial need must be demonstrated.

 

John Randolph Foundation – Friends of Lower Appomattox River (FOLAR) Environmental Stewardship Scholarship

Priority may be given to a student with an interest in pursuing an environmental-related career and extracurricular participation in an environmental service program is highly recommended.  The applicant should have a 3.0 GPA or better.  The award is based on academic record, plan of study, career goals, recommendations and extra-curricular activities with no consideration of financial need, sex, race, national origin, or physical ability.

 

Carolinas-Virginias Retail Hardware Scholarship

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide undergraduate scholarships to children of employees of member firms of this region of the National Retail Hardware Association.

 

Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads – Anne J. Gwaltney Scholarship

To be eligible for the scholarship:

1) You or your parent must have been a member of the VAVRS, AVAVRS, or VAJVRS for at least 2 years.

2) You must be accepted at a fully accredited college or university or waiting acceptance at an institution that meets the criteria.

3) You must be less than 35 years old during the calendar year in which you are receiving the award.

4) You cannot have received this award before.

 

Asparagus Club Scholarship Fund

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.

 

Rosecrest Garden Club Scholarship

Purpose:
To promote careers for students pursuing a degree in the following: horticulture,
agriculture, organic science, landscape architecture and design, and turf management.
In the event an application is received from a student pursuing a degree, other than that
listed above, the scholarship committee will consider and may approve at their discretion.

 

Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association Hospitality Scholarships

The VRLTAEF offers annual scholarships to provide financial assistance to worthy individuals studying in the hospitality industry. Scholarships are designed to provide assistance to deserving students seeking to further their knowledge at all levels of higher education.  See link for multiple scholarship opportunities.

 

Southside Electric Cooperative Education Opportunity Fund Scholarship

Applicant must live in the Southside Electric service area.  Financial need, academic achievement and a personal statement are required.

 

Junior Achievement of Central Virginia Future Ambassador Scholarship

This competition is open to students currently enrolled in 9th-12th grade who have participated in at least one JA of Central Virginia program while enrolled in high school, including through external organizations. Up to one award will be given to a high school senior. Multiple awards may be given.

 

Virginia School Plant Managers Association Annual Scholarships

Provides financial assistance to individuals attending an accredited technical school, college or university where the student/applicant’s learning is focused on building applications and studies in the area of building construction, building engineering and facility maintenance.

ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must:

  • Currently reside in Virginia
  • Be a graduating high school senior, have earned a GED, or be enrolled in an institution of higher learning as a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year student
  • Submit a complete application packet by the required deadline
  • Provide three (3) letters of recommendation

 

Colonial Agricultural Educational Foundation – Dr. C. E. Myers and Olive S. Myers Memorial Endowment

Must be a resident of Hanover County.

 

Colonial Agricultural Educational Foundation – Roger Gregory, Jr. and Emma E. Gregory Memorial Endowment by St. Peters Parish Church

Open to residents of Charles City, New Kent or King William Counties pursuing a college education to study agriculture, forestry or environmental science. Preference given to previous recipient of this award.