CHAPTER 8
TENNESSEE SCHOLARSHIPS
155. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF BLACKS IN ENERGY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
American Association of Blacks in Energy
CONTACT: Demetria Thompson, AABE Tennessee Chapter, c/o MLGW, P.O. Box 430, Memphis, TN 38101-0430
PHONE: (901) 528-4156
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.aabe.org/mission/scholarships.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Seven $1500 regional awards, one $3000 national award
DEADLINE: Mid-January
ELIGIBILITY: Open to African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans. Must be a high school senior. Must plan on
majoring in engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences. Merit and need based. Application submitted to local chapter.
156. YOUTH ACTIVISM COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
American Civil Liberties Union
CONTACT: P.O. Box 120160, Nashville, TN 37212
PHONE: (615) 320-7142
WEBSITE: www.aclu.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $4000
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors in recognition of activist work in civil liberties. Contact local affiliate to apply.
157. AMERICAN LEGION ORATORICAL CONTEST
American Legion
CONTACT: 700 North Pennsylvania Street, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206
PHONE: (317) 630-1200
FAX: (317) 630-1223
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.legion.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1500-$18,000
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens or permanent residents only. Must be a high school student. Must prepare and deliver a speech
on an assigned topic. Contest is held at the local and national level. Merit based.
158. GIRL SCOUT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
American Legion Auxiliary of Tennessee
CONTACT: Melinda Hackney, 4721 Trousdale Drive, Suite 131, Nashville, TN 37220
PHONE: (615) 781-1910
FAX: (615) 781-1930
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.legion-aux.org/index.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: February 12
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Must have received Girl Scout Gold Award, involved in religious institution and received either
cadette or senior scout level. Each unit/department may only submit one nomination. Merit based.
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159. NATIONAL PRESIDENT'S SCHOLARSHIP
American Legion Auxiliary of Tennessee
CONTACT: Melinda Hackney, 4721 Trousdale Drive, Suite 131, Nashville, TN 37220
PHONE: (615) 781-1910
FAX: (615) 781-1930
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.legion-aux.org/index.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1500-$2500
DEADLINE: March 10
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must be a daughter or son of veteran who served in Armed Forces during
eligibility dates for the American Legion. Must have completed 50 hours of community service. Merit and need based.
160. SPIRIT OF YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FOR JUNIOR MEMBERS
American Legion Auxiliary of Tennessee
CONTACT: Melinda Hackney, 4721 Trousdale Drive, Suite 131, Nashville, TN 37220
PHONE: (615) 781-1910
FAX: (615) 781-1930
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.legion-aux.org/index.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Five scholarships at $1000 per year for four years
DEADLINE: March 10
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must have been a junior member of the American Legion Auxiliary for the past
three years. Must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Merit and need based.
161. VARA GRAY SCHOLARSHIP
American Legion Auxiliary of Tennessee
CONTACT: Melinda Hackney, 4721 Trousdale Drive, Suite 131, Nashville, TN 37220
PHONE: (615) 781-1910
FAX: (615) 781-1930
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.legion-aux.org/index.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Three awards at $500 each
DEADLINE: March 10
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of
veteran who served in Armed Forces during eligibility dates for membership in American Legion. Must be senior in high
school. Must have completed 50 hours of volunteer services verified by recipient organizations. Merit and need based.
162. YEA! SCHOLARSHIP
American Red Cross, Mid-South Chapter
CONTACT: Toni M. Webster, 1400 Central Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
PHONE: (901) 726-1690 ext. 1127
FAX: (901) 726-1715
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: Early February
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must have at least a 2.0 GPA. Categories include
academic achievement, community service, performing arts, visual arts. Must be attending school in Memphis City, Shelby,
Fayette, Tipton, or Lauderdale Counties, Tennessee. Merit based.
163. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF SAFETY ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIP
American Society of Safety Engineers, Middle Tennessee Chapter
CONTACT: Kim Kleine, 1800 East Oakton Street, De Plains, IL 60018-2187
PHONE: (615) 298-2695
WEBSITE: www.asse.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$750
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must live within a 100-mile radius of Nashville, Tennessee. Open to current undergraduates and above. Must be
a member of the American Society of Safety Engineers. Must be planning a career in the field of occupational safety and
health. Merit based. See national ASSE website for additional national scholarships.
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164. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF WOMEN ACCOUNTANTS SCHOLARSHIPS
American Society of Women Accountants
CONTACT: Carolyn Richie, President - Chattanooga Chapter, 1595 Spring Hill Road, Suite 330, Vienna, VA 22182
PHONE: (423) 778-4782
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.aswa.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$1000
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Must be attending an accredited college, university, or professional school of accounting. Applicants must have
completed a minimum of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours with a declared major in accounting. Applicants do not need
to be members of ASWA. Contact local chapter for an application.
165. S. H. SIMPSON SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Citizens Bank
CONTACT: Mary Dromgoole, Citizens Bank, P.O. Box 190596, Nashville, TN 37219
PHONE: (615) 327-9787
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Two at $500 each
DEADLINE: Late March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must attend Metro Nashville High Schools. Must have
a history of community service. Merit and need based. Applications available at Citizens Bank branches.
166. MASON A. STUART SCHOLARSHIPS
Classical Association of the Middle West and South
CONTACT: Southwest Missouri State University, 901South National Avenue, Springfield, MO 65804
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.camws.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Current sophomore or junior undergraduates only. Must be at a university in geographic area of CAMWS. Must
be a declared major in classics. Merit based. Must be nominated by chair of department.
167. COCA-COLA CENTENNIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga
CONTACT: Rebecca Smith, 1270 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
PHONE: (423) 265-0586
FAX: (423) 265-0587
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgc.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000, renewable
DEADLINE: Last Friday in March
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a resident of Hamilton County, Tennessee. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic
eligibility and financial need. Merit and need based.
168. HAROLD CHENEY CASH & ELLEN LEWIS CASH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga
CONTACT: Rebecca Smith, 1270 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
PHONE: (423) 265-0586
FAX: (423) 265-0587
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgc.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$4000, renewable
DEADLINE: Last Friday in March
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a resident of Hamilton County, Tennessee. Open to high school seniors. Scholarship awarded on the
basis of academic ability and financial need. Preference will be given to students attending Vanderbilt University or Georgia
Tech. Preference shall also be given to students in co-operative educational programs. Merit and need based.
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169. MARY ADAMS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga
CONTACT: Rebecca Smith, 1270 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
PHONE: (423) 265-0586
FAX: (423) 265-0587
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgc.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$4000, renewable
DEADLINE: Last Friday in March
ELIGIBILITY: Preference will be given to minority students. Must be a resident of Hamilton County, Tennessee. Open to high
school seniors. Students shall be selected on the basis of financial need and academic ability. Merit and need based.
170. TOGETHER WE CAN
Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga
CONTACT: Rebecca Smith, 1270 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
PHONE: (423) 265-0586
FAX: (423) 265-0587
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgc.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Approximately 30 awards at various amounts
DEADLINE: Last Friday in March
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Open to high school seniors. Must have attended Hamilton
County Public Schools from 6th to 12th grade and have been a resident of Chattanooga during that time. Must have a 2.5
GPA and family income of less than $35,000. Merit and need based.
171. COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER MEMPHIS COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
CONTACT: Melissa Wolowicz, 1900 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
PHONE: (901) 728-4600
FAX: (901) 722-0010
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgm.org/scholarships.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies, but the average award is $1250
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a resident of Memphis, Tennessee. Must be a high school senior. Must maintain a B average. Merit and
need based.
172. HELEN S. BLAIR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
CONTACT: Melissa Wolowicz, 1900 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
PHONE: (901) 728-4600
FAX: (901) 722-0010
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgm.org/scholarships.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $2000
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school graduates or current undergraduates. Applicants must aspire to a degree which includes a
minimum of 12 semester hours in the Finnish language, culture, and/or studies. Applicants may also be submitted for an
accredited study abroad program. Current undergraduates must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; current high school seniors
must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Merit based. Priority may be given to applicants who document financial need.
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173. JAMES A. HYTER VOCAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
CONTACT: Melissa Wolowicz, 1900 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
PHONE: (901) 728-4600
FAX: (901) 722-0010
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgm.org/scholarships.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$2000
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors and above. Must have a GPA of 3.0. Must possess vocal talent and a love of
music. Audition is required. Merit based.
174. JAMES M. SMYTH AND VIRGINA M. SMYTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
CONTACT: Melissa Wolowicz, 1900 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
PHONE: (901) 728-4600
FAX: (901) 722-0010
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgm.org/scholarships.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$3000
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior or an adult student returning to school to make a career change. Must be pursuing
an education in the arts and sciences, human services, music, ministry, or related fields and helping professions. Must be an
above average student. Special consideration given to persons from Missouri, Mississippi, Georgia, Illinois, Oklahoma,
Texas, and Tennessee. Merit and need based.
175. SERGEANT WALTER K. SINGLETON USMC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
CONTACT: Melissa Wolowicz, 1900 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
PHONE: (901) 728-4600
FAX: (901) 722-0010
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfgm.org/scholarships.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be an active duty Marine or active reserve Marine, or be within the first 3 years of discharge from service,
or be an immediate family member of an active duty Marine. Must reside in Shelby County or a county contiguous to Shelby
County in TN, MS, or AK. Preference will be given to applicants who will attend school in TN or a state contiguous to TN.
176. BARBARA HAGAN RICHARDS SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Giles County, Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating high school seniors and above. Must have a
minimum GPA of 3.0.
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177. BETTE JO RUNNELS DEAN SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Tennessee residents only. Must be a woman preparing for full-time ministry. Applicants can be of
any domination.
178. CARL O. KOELLA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating high school seniors or current undergraduates. Must be a
legislative intern, enrolled in a four-year college in Tennessee. Preference given to students of Blount or Sevier Counties.
Interest in government and politics.
179. CHEATHAM COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Cheatham County, Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating high school seniors or current
undergraduates. Must be a resident of Cheatham County, Tennessee for more than one year. Must have a GPA of 2.0 or
better and maintain this GPA in college.
180. GENESCO SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Open to graduating high school seniors or current undergraduates. Must be an employee or a child of an
employee of Genesco, Inc.
181. GEORGE OLIVER BENTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a legislative intern, enrolled in a four-year college in Tennessee. Interest in
government.
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182. JAMES EDWARD "BILL" RICHARDS SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Open to graduating high school seniors or above. Must be a graduating senior or alumni of East High School in
Nashville, Tennessee with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
183. JIMMY EDWARDS SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Open to graduating high school seniors or current undergraduates. Must be a graduate or past student of
Donelson High School in Donelson, Tennessee or a descendant of an alumni of Donelson High School.
184. JOHN E. MAYFIELD ABLE SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating high school seniors. Must be graduating seniors and participants
of the ABLE Program.
185. JOHN E. MAYFIELD SCHOLARSHIPS
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Cheatham County, Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating high school seniors. Must be a graduating
senior of Cheatham County Central High School, Harpeth High School, Pleasant View Christian School, or Sycamore High
School and be a resident of Cheatham County. Must have a GPA of 2.0 or better.
186. JOHN W. WORK III MEMORIAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: African American students only. Tennessee residents only. Open to undergraduate juniors and above. Must be
a music major with a B average or above.
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187. LEIGH CARTER SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Open to current undergraduates. Must be attending an accredited chiropractic college or university. Preference
given to students from Tennessee. Consideration will also be given to extracurricular and civic participation and financial
need. Strong interest in health care delivery.
188. MAUDE E. KEISLING / CUMBERLAND COUNTY EXTENSION HOMEMAKERS SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Cumberland County, Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating high school seniors or current
undergraduates. Preference given to nontraditional students. Must be a resident of Cumberland County, Tennessee for at
least 4 years, must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Extra consideration given to nontraditional students. Interest in a field that
prepares student to work with families or children.
189. PAULINE GORE SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Smith County, Tennessee residents only and have lived there for most of pre-college schooling. Open to
graduating high school seniors or current undergraduates.
190. RICHIE STEVENSON SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Open to graduating high school seniors or above. Must be a graduate of Benton Hall School. Can be used for
technical school, vocational school, community college, junior college, or university.
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191. TURNER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be an employee of Dollar General for at least one year. Can be used for GED,
Adult Basic Education classes, vocational education, college or university classes.
192. WILBUR C. SENSING, JR. SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Open to graduating high school seniors or current undergraduates. Must be an employee or child of an
employee of Enco Materials, Inc. Preference given to students who participate in extracurricular, civic, and church activities.
Merit and need based.
193. WILLIAM AND CLARA BRYAN SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Giles County, Tennessee residents only and have lived there for most of pre-college schooling. Open to
graduating high school seniors or current undergraduates.
194. WOMEN'S CLUB OF NASHVILLE SCHOLARSHIP
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
CONTACT: Laundrea Lewis, 3833 Cleghorn Avenue Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (888) 540-5200
FAX: (615) 327-2746
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.cfmt.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies, renewable
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Davidson County, Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating high school seniors or high school graduates.
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
195. COMMUNITY IMPACT NASHVILLE SCHOLARSHIP
Community Impact Nashville
CONTACT: 211 North 11th Street, Nashville, TN 37206
PHONE: (615) 226-5899
FAX: (615) 226-5399
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.impactnashville.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$1250
DEADLINE: February
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school graduate or GED recipient by June 15. Must live, work, attend
high school in East Nashville. Must be 15 to 24 years old. Must be involved with community service. Merit and need based.
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196. DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Daughters of the American Revolution
CONTACT: 1776 D Street NW, Washington, DC 20006-5303
PHONE: (202) 628-1776
WEBSITE: www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Various requirements for each scholarship. The student does not necessarily have to be
affiliated with DAR; check website for specific requirements. Merit and need based. Must be sponsored by local DAR
chapter. Contact national office with a stamped self addressed business size envelope for local chapters.
197. DELTA SIGMA THETA NASHVILLE ALUMNAE CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
CONTACT: Paula Lewis Hill, Meharry Medical College, 1005 DB Todd Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37208
PHONE: (615) 327-5973
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Seven at $1000 awards
DEADLINE: Early March
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Must be a high school senior. Awards based on academic achievement, school/community
activities, and essay. Merit based.
198. DOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Dollywood Foundation
CONTACT: 1020 Dollywood Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-4113
PHONE: (865) 428-9606
WEBSITE: www.dollywood.com/foundation.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$1500
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors graduating from Gatlinburg-Pitman High School, Sevier County High School, or
Seymour High School. Awards are made in the following areas: music, academics, and the environment.
199. BRANDY MAPLES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating senior of Carter High School and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Merit and need based. Contact high school guidance office to apply.
200. CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1950 ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: Late February
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating high school senior. Must be a graduating senior of Central High
School. Merit and need based. Contact high school guidance office to apply.
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201. COACH JACK BLAIR SCHOLARSHIP FUND, FUND FOR GREENE COUNTY
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: P.O. Box 1492, Greeneville, TN 37744
PHONE: (423) 787-0644
FAX: (423) 787-0770
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: Early February
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating senior of Greeneville High School and have been a team
member of the Greeneville High Lady Devils Basketball Program. Applicant must exemplify good character and leadership
and possess motivation and work ethic. Contact the high school guidance office to apply.
202. CRAIGHEAD LIMESTONE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Craighead Limestone Scholarship Committee, c/o Sequoyah High School, 3128 Highway 411 North,
Madisonville, TN 37354
PHONE: (423) 442-9230
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $2750, renewable
DEADLINE: Early April
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating high school senior of Sequoyah High School in Madisonville,
Tennessee and must be pursuing an undergraduate degree at a public college or university. Focus is on students who
would not be able to attend college without significant financial assistance. Merit and need based.
203. DEBBIE VAN CLEAVE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree. Must have a vision of 20/500 or worse.
Must be a resident of Knox, Anderson, Blount, Grainger, Jefferson, Loudon, Roane, Sevier, or Union counties, and be
pursuing a degree at an higher institution in Tennessee.
204. DR. RICHARD FORREST AND ELLA DUDNEY KELSEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Carolyn Comella, Collierville High School 1101 North Byhalia Road, Collierville, TN 38017
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Two at $1000 each
DEADLINE: Late March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating high school seniors of Collierville High School. Student must be
attending a Tennessee public university or college. One scholarship is given to a student pursuing a career as a professional
educator. One scholarship is given to a student pursuing a career in the medical profession. Merit and need based. Contact
the high school guidance office to apply.
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205. FUND FOR GREENE COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varying number of scholarships at $1000 each
DEADLINE: Early February
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating senior of Greenville High School, West Greene High School,
North Greene High School, South Greene High School, Chuckey-Doak High School, or a Greene County resident with a
GED. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Merit and need based. Strong emphasis on nontraditional students, students who
would not typically qualify given financial need or academics, and students who demonstrate a commitment to Greene
County.
206. GAIL CLAY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$1000 per year
DEADLINE: Late March
ELIGIBILITY: Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree. Must be a spouse or child of a full-time, non-exempt employee of
the University of Tennessee or other state supported, public, higher education institution in the East Tennessee
Foundation's 24-county service area. Merit and need based.
207. GORDON W. AND AGNES P. COBB SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Two at $10,000 each, renewable
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree. Must be a graduate of a public or
private high school in Blount, Loudon, or Knox counties in Tennessee. Must be an undergraduate studying health care
and/or medically-related field and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Merit and need based.
208. HAYLEY KERR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Hayley Kerr Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Halls High School, 4321 Emory Road NE, Knoxville, TN 37938
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating high school senior of Halls High School in Halls, Tennessee.
Preference is given to student athletes and/or cheerleaders. Contact the high school guidance office to apply.
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209. JOHNSON COUNTY EDUCATION GROWTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000 per year, renewable
DEADLINE: Mid-April
ELIGIBILITY: Johnson County, Tennessee residents only. Open to graduating seniors, high school graduates or GED
recipients. Must attend classes offered in Johnson County. Merit and need based.
210. JOHNSON COUNTY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Two at $7500 each, renewable
DEADLINE: Early April
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a graduating high school senior of Johnson County High School in Johnson County, Tennessee. Must
demonstrate financial need and academic promise. Merit and need based. Contact your guidance office to apply.
211. KNOXVILLE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Two at $1500 each
DEADLINE: Early February
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a graduating high school senior. Must be a graduating senior of any Knox County high school (public or
private). Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Children of KBA members are not eligible. No more than three applications may
be submitted by each school. Contact guidance office to apply.
212. MARY C. HOLLINGSWORTH SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000, renewable
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating high school senior of Clinton High School in Clinton,
Tennessee. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8. Must be majoring in business at a 4-year college or university. Emphasis on
financial need. Merit and need based.
213. MICHAEL D. CURTIN RENAISSANCE STUDENT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Up to $1000
DEADLINE: Mid- March
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a graduating high school senior of Anderson County High School in Anderson, Tennessee. Contact the
guidance office to apply.
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214. MICHAEL DAVID GREENE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Three scholarships of $1250
DEADLINE: Mid-February
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating high school senior of Farragut High School. Open to students
who are or have been a member of the FHS Band and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Contact the guidance office to apply.
215. R.G. CROSSNO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1200, renewable
DEADLINE: Contact guidance office.
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating high school senior of Anderson County High School and must
demonstrate financial need, career motivation, academic promise, and evidence of strong work experience. Strong focus on
financial need. Merit and need based.
216. REUBEN LOUISE CATES MOUNT AND THE JUNIOR SERVICE LEAGUE OF BLOUNT COUNTY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Scholarship Advisory Committee, Junior Service League of Blount County, P.O. Box 6373, Maryville, TN 37802
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Blount County, Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating high school senior, returning adult student,
and/or GED recipient. Must have been a resident of Blount County for at least 12 months. Must demonstrate financial need,
community and/or school activities, and academic promise. Relatives of present members of Junior Service League of
Blount County are ineligible. Merit and need based.
217. RUBY A. BROWN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Educational expenses for one year, must re-apply each year
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be pursuing a career in public health or be pursuing continuing nursing
education. Must reside in Anderson, Blount, Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, Jefferson, Loudon, Monroe,
Morgan, Roane, Scott, Sevier, or Union County. Must be either a currently employed public health nurse or a public health
nursing student.
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218. STEVEN L. COFFEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Five at $1200-$1600, renewable
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Anderson County, Tennessee residents only. Must be pursuing an associate degree. Must have a minimum
GPA of 2.5. Must plan to complete an associate degree program at either Roane State Community College or Pellissippi
State Technical Community College as a full-time student. Merit and need based.
219. THE VERA AND LAWRENCE CARSON SCHOLARSHIP FUND
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 524-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: Mid-April
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree. Must be a graduate of Oneida High
School in Oneida, Tennessee. Merit and need based. Contact the guidance office to apply.
220. VICKI C. DUNAWAY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
East Tennessee Foundation
CONTACT: Tamara Ownby, 550 West Main Street, Suite 550, Knoxville, TN 37902
PHONE: (865) 542-1223
FAX: (865) 637-6039
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.easttennesseefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $2000
DEADLINE: Late March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a graduating high school senior of Powell High School. Contact the
guidance office to apply.
221. ELIZABETH BUFORD SHEPHERD SCHOLARSHIP
Elizabeth Buford Shepherd Scholarship Committee
CONTACT: Mark Cavender, 315 Deaderick Street, 4th Floor, Nashville, TN 37237-0403
PHONE: (615) 736-6755
FAX: (615) 736-6100
EMAIL: [email protected]
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: Early March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must live within a 250 mile radius of Nashville, Tennessee.
222. ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Elks National Foundation
CONTACT: 2750 North Lakeview Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614-1889
PHONE: (773) 755-4732
FAX: (773) 755-4733
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.elks.org/enf/scholars/guidelines.cfm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: See website for various criteria. Contact local Elks Lodge for more information.
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223. GOUGH SCHOLARSHIP
Gough Scholarship Fund
CONTACT: Rebecca L. Gough, Fund Administrator, 202 2nd Avenue North, Decherd, TN 37324
PHONE: (615) 962-9096
FAX: (615) 962-1396
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: Awarded quarterly
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior or an undergraduate, graduate, or technical student. Awards based on academic
achievement and essay. "B" students and above are encouraged to apply. Merit based.
224. GREATER NASHVILLE ALLIANCE OF BLACK SCHOOL EDUCATORS SCHOLARSHIP
Greater Nashville Alliance of Black School Educators
CONTACT: P.O. Box 40462, Nashville, TN 37204
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Two awards
DEADLINE: Late March
ELIGIBILITY: Must be an entering college freshman, a current college student, or a college graduate seeking teacher
licensure. Award based on academic achievement, community service, essay. Must have aptitude for teaching/experience
with school age children. Merit based.
225. JIM BLEVINS SCHOLARSHIP
Jim Blevins Foundation
CONTACT: 9035 Etching Overlook, Duluth, GA 30097
PHONE: (615) 298-5000
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Up to $5000, renewable
DEADLINE: April 30
ELIGIBILITY: Open to current undergraduates. Must have and maintain a B average. Open to residents of Tennessee and
Georgia. Need based.
226. JOHNSON CITY INTERNATIONAL OPTIMIST CLUB GIRL SCOUT GOLD AWARD SCHOLARSHIP
Johnson City International Optimist Club
CONTACT: Program Manager
Girl Scouts of the Appalachian Council P.O. Box 3100 CRS, Johnson City, TN 37602
PHONE: (800) 428-3991
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be a Girl Scout who has earned her
Gold Award and is in the Johnson City School system.
227. BI-LO AFRICAN AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Knoxville Area Urban League
CONTACT: 1514 East 5th Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917
PHONE: (865) 524-5511
FAX: (865) 525-5154
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.thekaul.org/youth.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $2000
DEADLINE: Mid-January
ELIGIBILITY: Open to African American students. Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be in the
Knoxville Area Urban League's service area. Must have at least a 3.33 overall GPA, 2.80 Math & Science, minimum 800
overall SAT. Merit based.
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228. KOHL'S KIDS WHO CARE
Kohl's
CONTACT: N56 W17000 Ridgewood Drive, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
PHONE: (262) 703-7000
FAX: (262) 703-7115
WEBSITE: www.kohlscorporation.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000 to $5000
DEADLINE: Mid-March
ELIGIBILITY: Must be between the ages of 6 and 18. Must be involved with community service. Awards are made at the
store, regional, and national levels. Merit based. Contact store nearest you for more information.
229. LAO-AMERICAN ORGANIZATION STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONALS OF TENNESSEE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
Lao-American Organization Students and Professionals of Tennessee (LAOSPT)
CONTACT: P.O. Box 1486, Antioch, TN 37011
PHONE: (615) 893-7403
WEBSITE: www.geocities.com/la0spt/
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000 awards, disbursed for 4 semesters
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be Lao, Lao-American, graduating from a high school in Tennessee, and planning to attend a Tennessee
college, university, or technical school. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8. Merit based.
230. MCDONALD'S NATIONAL EMPLOYEE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
McDonald's USA
CONTACT: McDonald's Plaza, Oak Brook, IL 60523
PHONE: (800) 244-6227
WEBSITE: www.mcdonalds.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: One student from each state at $1000 each and one top award of $5000
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors and current or returning students. Must be currently employed by McDonalds, and
have been for at least 4 continuous months. Must work a minimum of 15 hours per week. Students selected based on
academic achievement, community involvement, and job performance. Merit based.
231. WALTER MARY INGRAM/LAWRENCE BLACKMON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Memphis Alliance of Black School Educators
CONTACT: Carla Shaw, 5250 Sea Isle Road, Memphis, TN 38117
PHONE: (901) 416-1601
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: Early April
ELIGIBILITY: African Americans only. Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must attend high school in the
Memphis or Shelby County school system. Must have at least at 2.8 GPA. Must be planning to pursue a degree in
education. Merit and need based.
232. MEMPHIS CITY SCHOOLS SCHOLARSHIP
Memphis City Schools
CONTACT: James McFarlane, Jr., Pupil Services Center, Scholarship Committee, 206 North Claybrook, Memphis, TN 38104
PHONE: (901) 722-4420
FAX: (901) 722-4401
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: Early March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be a senior in a Memphis City high school.
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233. MEMPHIS EDUCATION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Memphis Education Association
CONTACT: 126 Flicker Street, Memphis, TN 38104
PHONE: (901) 454-0966, ext. 30
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.gomea.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Early April
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must attend college the following year. Must be a legal dependent of a member of
the Memphis Education Association. Must attend a public institution of higher learning in Tennessee. Must plan on becoming
a teacher.
234. CHARLES O. FRAZIER SCHOLARSHIP
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
CONTACT: Patricia Cole, Guidance and Counseling, Division Metro Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Avenue, Nasvhille, TN 37204
PHONE: (615) 259-8586
FAX: (615) 259-8785
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must have attended Metro Nashville schools for
grades 9-12, must be in top 20% of graduating class. Must have demonstrated exemplary service to the school and the
community. Merit and need based. Must be nominated by high school guidance counselor.
235. CHARLOTTE AND ELBERT BROOKS SCHOLARSHIP
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
CONTACT: Patricia Cole, Guidance and Counseling Division, Metro Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Avenue, Nashville, TN 37204
PHONE: (615) 259-8586
FAX: (615) 259-8785
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be in top 10% of graduating class, must have
attended Metro Nashville Schools for grades 9-12. Must have demonstrated good citizenship and exemplary service to the
school and community. Merit and need based. Must be nominated by high school guidance counselor.
236. G. HUGH WATERS SCHOLARSHIP
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
CONTACT: Patricia Cole, Guidance and Counseling Division, Metro Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Avenue, Nasvhille, TN 37204
PHONE: (615) 259-8586
FAX: (615) 259-8785
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be a child of an employee of the Metro Nashville
school system, must be in top 25% of graduating class, must have attended Metro Nashville schools for grades 9-12. Must
pursue post-secondary training: vocational, technical, or academic; must have exemplified good citizenship in community
and school life experiences during high school. Merit and need based. Must be nominated by high school guidance
counselor.
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237. JOHN HARPER HARRIS SCHOLARSHIP
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
CONTACT: Patricia Cole, Guidance and Counseling Division, Metro Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Avenue, Nasvhille, TN 37204
PHONE: (615) 259-8586
FAX: (615) 259-8785
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be in top 25% of graduating class, must complete
senior year in a public Metro Nashville high school. Must pursue post-secondary training: vocational, technical, or academic;
must have exemplified good citizenship in community and school life experiences during high school. Merit and need based.
Must be nominated by high school guidance counselor.
238. NETTIE ADAMS JAMES SCHOLARSHIP
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
CONTACT: Patricia Cole, Guidance and Counseling Division, Metro Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Avenue, Nasvhille, TN 37204
PHONE: (615) 259-8586
FAX: (615) 259-8785
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be in top 25% of graduating class, must have
attended Metro Nashville Schools for grades 9-12. Must have demonstrated good citizenship and exemplary service to the
school and community. Merit and need based. Must be nominated by high school guidance counselor.
239. GROW IT SCHOLARSHIP
Middle Tennessee Nursery Association
CONTACT: P.O. Box 822, McMinnville, TN 37111
PHONE: (931) 668-7322
FAX: (931) 668-9601
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.mtna.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be majoring in horticulture-related field.
240. ROBERT R. CHURCH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
MMBC
CONTACT: Ty Smith, 411 West Park Look Drive, Memphis, TN 38124
PHONE: (901) 366-5811
WEBSITE: www.cfgm.org/scholarships.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$2000
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school junior or senior. Must be a student in Memphis or Shelby
County Schools. Must have completed Applied Economics course with a "C" by end of first semester senior year. Must
aspire to a degree in business at a junior college, college or university in the State of Tennessee. Merit based.
241. NASHVILLE ATHENA HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Nashville Athena Foundation
CONTACT: Lee Fairbend, 412 Metroplex Drive, Nashville, TN 37211
PHONE: (615) 790-0896
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.nashvillecable.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Several at $1000
DEADLINE: January 24
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Tennessee residents only. Must be in high school.
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242. NASHVILLE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
Nashville Central High School Alumni Association
CONTACT: Harriet Cayce Turner, 3755 Faulkner Drive, Nashville, TN 37211
PHONE: (615) 833-9524
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.nashvillechsalumni.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Six to eight at $3000 each
DEADLINE: March 10
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a graduating high school senior. Must be a descendent of a Nashville Central High School graduate or
someone who attended Nashville Central for at least two years. Merit and need based.
243. NATIONAL ACADEMY OF THE TELEVISION ARTS AND SCIENCES NASHVILLE/MIDSOUTH STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
National Academy of the Television Arts and Sciences
CONTACT: 161 Rains Avenue, Nashville, TN 37102
PHONE: (615) 259-0040
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.emmyonline.org/nashville
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: April 15
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior in the Mid-South region (states of Tennessee and North Carolina, and Huntsville,
Alabama). Must be planning a career in mass communication, television, broadcasting, video, or related field. Merit based.
244. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION MINORITY ENGINEERING PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORS SCHOLARSHIPS
National Association of Minority Engineering Program Administrators
CONTACT: National Scholarship Selection Committee Chair, 1133 West Morse Boulevard, Suite 201, Winter Park, FL 32789
PHONE: (407) 647-8839
FAX: (407) 629-2502
WEBSITE: www.namepa.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: March 30
ELIGIBILITY: Must be an African American, Hispanic, or American Indian student. Open to incoming college freshmen or
transfer students. National scholarship for use at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and Tennessee Tech, as well as
other schools across the country. Must be an engineering major. Merit based.
245. ANNUAL A.A. BRANCH/ HAROLD STRONG SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Epsilon Phi Chapter
CONTACT: Joseph Kyles, 4106 Shirley Drive, Memphis, TN 38109
PHONE: (901) 332-3009
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies but average award is $1000
DEADLINE: Late April / Early May
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a graduating Shelby County high school senior. Must have a GPA of at least 2.5 and a satisfactory
school attendance record. Merit based.
246. OPTIMIST CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Optimist Club of Nashville
CONTACT: 627 2nd Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37210
PHONE: (615) 244-6438
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior in Davidson county. Must be nominated through high school guidance office. Merit
and need based.
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247. OPTIMIST COMMUNICATIONS CONTEST FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING
Optimist International - Tennessee District
PHONE: (800) 500-8130 ext. 224
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.optimisttn.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1500
DEADLINE: Contact local club
ELIGIBILITY: Open to youth through grade 12. This contest is for hearing impaired youth who prepare a speech and can
compete in speech or sign language. Contact your local Optimist Club for more information. Merit based.
248. OPTIMIST ESSAY CONTEST
Optimist International - Tennessee District
PHONE: (800) 500-8130 ext. 224
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.optimisttn.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $650
DEADLINE: Contact local club
ELIGIBILITY: Open to youth under the age of 19 as of December 31 of the current school year. Must submit an essay on the
topic of freedom. Contact your local Optimist Club for more information. Merit based.
249. OPTIMIST ORATORICAL CONTEST
Optimist International - Tennessee District
PHONE: (800) 500-8130 ext. 224
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.optimisttn.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$1500
DEADLINE: Contact local club
ELIGIBILITY: Open to students who have not attained the age of 16 years prior to or on January 1 of the current school year.
Must prepare and deliver a speech on an assigned topic. Contact your local Optimist Club for more information. Merit based.
250. PAPA JOHN'S SCHOLARSHIPS
Papa John's Scholars
WEBSITE: www.papajohnsscholars.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: Last school day in January
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must attend a participating high school and obtain application from guidance
counselor. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
251. SCHOLARSHIP GRANTS FOR PROSPECTIVE EDUCATORS
Phi Delta Kappa International
CONTACT: 408 North Union Street, P.O. Box 789, Bloomington, IN 47402-0789
PHONE: (800) 766-1156
FAX: (812) 339-0018
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.pdkintl.org/studser/sschol.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 30 awards, between $1000 and $5000 each
DEADLINE: January 15
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must be planning on pursuing a degree in education. Must submit application to
chapter nearest you; contact national organization for listing of local chapters. Merit based.
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252. RMHC/AFRICAN AMERICAN FUTURE ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Ronald McDonald House Charities Global
CONTACT: Jane Kaylor, 200 Central Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37403
PHONE: (423) 778-4300
WEBSITE: www.rmhchattanooga.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: February 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to African American students. Must be a graduating high school senior. Must have at least one parent of
African American heritage. Applicants are judged on academic achievement, financial need, community involvement, and
personal qualities. Must live within 120 miles of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Merit and need based.
253. RMHC/ASIA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Ronald McDonald House Charities Global
CONTACT: Jane Kaylor, 200 Central Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37403
PHONE: (423) 778-4300
WEBSITE: www.rmhchattanooga.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: February 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to students of Asian origin. Must be a graduating high school senior. Must have at least one parent of
Asian origin. Applicants are judged on academic achievement, financial need, community involvement, and personal
qualities. Must live within 120 miles of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Merit and need based
254. RMHC/HACER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Ronald McDonald House Charities Global
CONTACT: Jane Kaylor, 200 Central Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37403
PHONE: (423) 778-4300
WEBSITE: www.rmhchattanooga.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: February 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to students of Hispanic origin. Must be a graduating high school senior. Must have at least one parent of
Hispanic heritage. Applicants are judged on academic achievement, financial need, community involvement and personal
qualities. Must live within 120 miles of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Merit and need based
255. ROTARY CLUB - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Rotary Club
CONTACT: One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
PHONE: (847) 866-3000
FAX: (847) 328-8554
EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.rotary.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Contact your local Rotary Club for specific scholarship information. Please contact national Rotary Club and
your local Chapter.
256. YES YOU CAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Seattle Foundation
CONTACT: 425 Pike Street, Suite 510, Seattle, WA 98101
PHONE: (203) 622-2294
WEBSITE: www.collegeplan.org/yyconap.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Up to $2000, renewable
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tipton County residents only. Open to high school seniors. Funding may benefit applicants majoring in business
(i.e., accounting, finance, economics, marketing, advertising, etc), communications, computer science, or education. Based
on community and school activities. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Merit and need based.
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257. SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INC., UPSILON SIGMA CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Upsilon Sigma Chapter
CONTACT: Sophia Beamon, 3813 DuBois Drive, Nashville, TN 37207-3508
PHONE: (615) 876-6273
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior planning to attend a four-year college/university. Award is based on academic
achievement, financial need, and extra-curricular activities. Merit and need based.
258. SKYLINE AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP
Skyline Auxiliary of Skyline Medical Center
CONTACT: Karen Karpinski, 3441 Dickerson Pike, Nashville, TN 37207
PHONE: (615) 769-2200
FAX: (615) 769-4716
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000 or $2000, renewable
DEADLINE: Early March
ELIGIBILITY: Davidson County, Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be enrolled in a Davidson
County school, must have GPA of at least 3.2. Must be entering a program in the medical field and involved in community
service. Merit and need based.
259. GEORGE S. AND STELLA M. KNIGHT ESSAY CONTEST
Sons of the American Revolution
CONTACT: 435 Lantana Road, Crossville, TN 38555
PHONE: (502) 589-1776
FAX: (502) 589-1671
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.sar.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Up to $7500
DEADLINE: December 28
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens or legal aliens. Open to high school juniors and seniors. Must submit an essay and a biography.
Contest is conducted at the local, state, and national levels. Must submit application through a local chapter. Merit based.
260. JOSEPH S. RUMBAUGH HISTORICAL ORATION CONTEST
Sons of the American Revolution
CONTACT: 435 Lantana Road, Crossville, TN 38555
PHONE: (502) 589-1776
FAX: (502) 589-1671
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.sar.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $200-$3000
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens or legal aliens. Open to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Must perform an original
oration about the American Revolution between five and six minutes long. Contest will be conducted on the local, state, and
national levels. Merit based.
261. THE VIOLET RICHARDSON AWARD
Soroptimist International of the Americas
CONTACT: Two Penn Center Plaza, Suite 1000, Philadelphia, PA 19102-1883
PHONE: (215) 557-9300
FAX: (215) 568-5200
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.soroptimist.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 29 awards at $1000 each
DEADLINE: Contact local chapter.
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Must be between ages 14 and 17. Must have made significant accomplishments as a volunteer
and be "committed to making the world a better place." Merit based. Contact your local chapter to apply.
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262. TARGET ALL AROUND SCHOLARSHIPS
Target
CONTACT: Scholarship Management Services, 1505 Riverview Road P.O. Box 480, Saint Peter, MN 56082-0480
PHONE: (800) 316-6142
WEBSITE: www.target.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Up to $10,000
DEADLINE: November 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to legal U.S. residents. Open to high school seniors and above. The main consideration is volunteer hours
in the community. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Merit based. Contact local store for more information.
263. AFRICAN AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIPS
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall, 2621 Morgan Circle, Knoxville, TN 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $300
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: African Americans only. Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be a Tennessee 4-H
member, and be involved in other community service-related activities. Merit and need based.
264. CHARLINE HAMILTON-POWELL SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall, 2621 Morgan Circle, Knoxville, TN 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Open to high school seniors or college freshman only. Must be a Tennessee 4-H
member. Must demonstrate leadership and citizenship, involvement in other community service. Must have participated in
sheep project.
265. EARL M. KNEPP AGRICULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall, 2621 Morgan Circle, Knoxville, TN 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $600
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Open to high school seniors or college freshman only. Must be a Tennessee 4-H
member. Must demonstrate strong leadership, citizenship, scholarship. Must have participated in 4-H dairy, petroleum
power, safety, electric, bicycle, or wood science project.
266. GILBERT AND LAURELL BRANDON SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall, 2621 Morgan Circle, Knoxville, TN 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be in high school. Must be a Tennessee 4-H Member. Merit and need based.
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267. HAMILTON-BROWN SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall, 2621 Morgan Circle, Knoxville, N 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a 4-H member from the Cumberland District or from McMinn, Moore,
Monroe, or Polk Counties. Preference will be given to 4-H members from the 16 original District 3 Counties. Merit and need
based.
268. LEE COMPANY SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall 2621, Morgan Circle, Knoxville, TN 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be a Williamson County 4-H member.
269. MARY NEIL ALEXANDER SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall, 2621 Morgan Circle, Knoxville, TN 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be a Cumberland District 4-H member. Merit and
need based.
270. TFGA MARY B. COOPER SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall 2621, Morgan Circle, Knoxville, TN 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $300
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be a Tennessee 4-H member. Preference will be
given to applicants pursuing a career in agriculture or agriculture-related fields. Merit and need based.
271. TROY AND SUSIE JOHNSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee 4-H
CONTACT: Steve Sutton, 205 B Morgan Hall, 2621 Morgan Circle, Knoxville, TN 37996-4510
PHONE: (865) 974-2128
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.utextension.utk.edu/4H/recognhndbook/sect06.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Open to high school seniors or college freshman only. Must be a West Tennessee 4H member. Preference given to members in Chester and McNairy counties.
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272. TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
Tennessee Association of Housing and Redevelopment Authorities
CONTACT: 701 South 6th Street, P.O. Box 846, Nashville, TN 37202
PHONE: (615) 252-8416
FAX: (615) 252-3665
EMAIL: [email protected]
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Four $1000 awards
DEADLINE: Early March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior or graduate. Must be an immediate member of a family
residing in public or assisted housing for at least one year. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, participate in extracurricular
activities, and demonstrate educational and career goals. Merit and need based.
273.TENNESSEE BURGLAR AND FIRE ALARM ASSOCIATION YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Tennessee Burglar and Fire Alarm Association
CONTACT: P.O. Box 150062, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (800) 829-6465
WEBSITE: www.tbfaa.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$6500
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must have a parent or guardian who is a member of
the police or sheriff's department, or a full-time paid volunteer member of a fire department in Tennessee. Merit based.
274. TENNESSEE SOCIETY OF CPAS SCHOLARSHIPS
Tennessee Society of CPAs
CONTACT: 201 Powell Place, Brentwood, TN 37027
PHONE: (615) 377-3825
FAX: (615) 377-3904
WEBSITE: www.tscpa.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $250-$1000
DEADLINE: June 1
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a current undergraduate. Open to legal residents of Tennessee who have
completed introductory courses in accounting and/or students majoring in accounting. Merit based.
275. TENNESSEE STUDENTS ASSISTANCE CORPORATION - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Tennessee Students Assistance Corporation
CONTACT: 404 James Robertson Parkway, Suite 1950, Nashville, TN 37243
PHONE: (800) 342-1663
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.state.tn.us/tsac/grants.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: March
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. U.S. citizens only. Open to high school seniors and above. Various requirements.
Merit based.
276. THE SPONSORS
Time to Rise, Inc.
CONTACT: George Langstaff, 116 West Over Park Court, Nashville, TN 37215
PHONE: (615) 373-3992
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Many scholarships, up to $2500 each
DEADLINE: Mid-January
ELIGIBILITY: Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be nominated by high school. Need based.
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277. SAM WALTON COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
Wal-Mart
PHONE: (800) WAL-MART
WEBSITE: www.walmartfoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: February 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors. Selection of recipients will be based on financial need, academic record, ACT/SAT
test scores, community/extracurricular involvement and work experience. Merit and need based. Applications are available
December 1 each year at local Wal-Mart Stores or Sam's Clubs, as well as through local high school counselor's offices.
278. WAL-MART ASSOCIATE SCHOLARSHIP
Wal-Mart
PHONE: (800) WAL-MART
WEBSITE: www.walmartfoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: February 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to graduating high school seniors. Must be an employee or a child of an employee of Wal-Mart. Award
based on academic record, financial need, ACT/SAT scores, and school involvement. Merit and need based. Applications
are available from your local personnel office.
279. WALTON FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Wal-Mart
PHONE: (800) WAL-MART
WEBSITE: www.walmartfoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $8000 over four years
DEADLINE: February 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to graduating high school seniors. All applicants must be the children/legal dependents of Wal-Mart
Stores, Inc. associates who have been employed full time for at least one year. Awards are based on financial need,
academic record, ACT/SAT test scores, school/community involvement and work experience. Merit and need based.
Applications are available from your local personnel office.
280. WOMEN WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP
Women Who Make a Difference
CONTACT: Program Manager, Girl Scouts of the Appalachian Council P.O. Box 3100 CRS, Johnson City, TN 37602
PHONE: (800) 428-3991
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Six $500 awards
DEADLINE: Contact for deadline
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Tennessee residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must be within the Girl Scouts of
Appalachian Council jurisdiction and must have received the Gold Award.
281. ZONTA INTERNATIONAL – VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Zonta International
CONTACT: 2012 Beech Avenue, Nashville, TN 37204
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.zonta.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $250-$1000, awarded at the local, district and international levels
DEADLINE: Late January
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Must be a current high school student under the age of 21. Evidence of volunteer leadership
achievements and commitment to the advancement of the status of women. Merit based.
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