Kellam, Weaver-Fagan and Hastee Educational Scholarships
$8,000
The Kellam, Weaver-Fagan & Hastee Educational Scholarships, formed pursuant to order of the Circuit Court for the City of Hampton, Chancery No. 31689, have been providing financial assistance to Hampton public school students who attend a Virginia four-year college, university, or nearby community college since 1993. This trust is intended to provide educational assistance to students who have demonstrated their willingness and ability to maintain a high level of academic achievement, while giving of themselves to better their school, neighborhood, place of worship, family, and/or the City of Hampton. It is hoped that upon graduation from a college, university, or...
The Kellam, Weaver-Fagan & Hastee Educational Scholarships, formed pursuant to order of the Circuit Court for the City of Hampton, Chancery No. 31689, have been providing financial assistance to Hampton public school students who attend a Virginia four-year college, university, or nearby community college since 1993. This trust is intended to provide educational assistance to students who have demonstrated their willingness and ability to maintain a high level of academic achievement, while giving of themselves to better their school, neighborhood, place of worship, family, and/or the City of Hampton. It is hoped that upon graduation from a college, university, or...
VA AWWA Ray A Jackson Undergraduate Scholarship
$3,500
One award in the amount of $3,500 will be given out to an undergraduate student from universities and colleges in Virginia.Purpose of AwardThe purpose of this award is to provide assistance to students pursuing a career in the water industry. This scholarship is awarded based on merit.EligibilityFull-time undergraduate student member of AWWA attending school in Virginia in the Fall 2024 semester, with a career goal of serving in the water industry.RequirementsA resume indicating your academic performance, work/research experience and extracurricular activities. (Extra consideration will be given to participation in VA AWWA committee activities.)Unofficial or official up-to-date transcript or semester schedule...
One award in the amount of $3,500 will be given out to an undergraduate student from universities and colleges in Virginia.Purpose of AwardThe purpose of this award is to provide assistance to students pursuing a career in the water industry. This scholarship is awarded based on merit.EligibilityFull-time undergraduate student member of AWWA attending school in Virginia in the Fall 2024 semester, with a career goal of serving in the water industry.RequirementsA resume indicating your academic performance, work/research experience and extracurricular activities. (Extra consideration will be given to participation in VA AWWA committee activities.)Unofficial or official up-to-date transcript or semester schedule...
Charles J. Colgan Scholarship
$2,000
The annual Charles J. Colgan Scholarship, in the amount of $2,000, is awarded to a well deserving Virginia resident High School, Technical School Senior or College/University Undergraduate who is pursuing an aviation related career at an accredited institution located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The scholarship will be paid directly to the institution in the name of the awardee.Scholarship RequirementsCompleted and signed application and all supporting documents received by the deadline.Attained a Grade Point Average of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in their last full year of study.Completed essay, typed, double-spaced between 250-500 words on the subject:...
The annual Charles J. Colgan Scholarship, in the amount of $2,000, is awarded to a well deserving Virginia resident High School, Technical School Senior or College/University Undergraduate who is pursuing an aviation related career at an accredited institution located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The scholarship will be paid directly to the institution in the name of the awardee.Scholarship RequirementsCompleted and signed application and all supporting documents received by the deadline.Attained a Grade Point Average of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in their last full year of study.Completed essay, typed, double-spaced between 250-500 words on the subject:...
Joseph Schumpeter Fellowship
$1,000
The Undergraduate Fellowship is a competitive, renewable fellowship program for undergraduate students at George Mason University. Fellowships are open to full- and part-time degree-seeking Mason students from any discipline who are interested in studying key ideas in political economy and learning how to utilize these ideas in academic and policy research.For undergraduate students at George Mason University who are interested in learning more about political economy.The Undergraduate Fellowship follows a rolling admissions policy, and applications will be evaluated monthly. Applications submitted after the deadlines listed below may be considered for future semesters.The final application deadline for participation in the Fall...
The Undergraduate Fellowship is a competitive, renewable fellowship program for undergraduate students at George Mason University. Fellowships are open to full- and part-time degree-seeking Mason students from any discipline who are interested in studying key ideas in political economy and learning how to utilize these ideas in academic and policy research.For undergraduate students at George Mason University who are interested in learning more about political economy.The Undergraduate Fellowship follows a rolling admissions policy, and applications will be evaluated monthly. Applications submitted after the deadlines listed below may be considered for future semesters.The final application deadline for participation in the Fall...
Kids' Chance of Virginia Scholarships
$1,000
Kids’ Chance of Virginia (KCVA) provides college scholarships to the children of Virginia workers who have been severely or fatally injured in a workplace-related accident. KCVA awards as many scholarships as the current year’s funding will allow.Who is eligible for a scholarship?If you are a student who fits the criteria listed below, please consider applying for a scholarship through Kids’ Chance of Virginia!You are:Age 26 or younger at the time of applicationChild who is a dependent of a worker who has been killed, seriously injured, or experienced a debilitating illness in a work-related incidentDemonstrated financial need to pay for post-secondary...
Kids’ Chance of Virginia (KCVA) provides college scholarships to the children of Virginia workers who have been severely or fatally injured in a workplace-related accident. KCVA awards as many scholarships as the current year’s funding will allow.Who is eligible for a scholarship?If you are a student who fits the criteria listed below, please consider applying for a scholarship through Kids’ Chance of Virginia!You are:Age 26 or younger at the time of applicationChild who is a dependent of a worker who has been killed, seriously injured, or experienced a debilitating illness in a work-related incidentDemonstrated financial need to pay for post-secondary...
Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads Scholarship
$1,000
There are five (5) scholarships that are associated with the VAVRS. All scholarship applications can be found on the VAVRS web site. http://www.vavrs.com/forms.htmTips:When filling out applications answer ALL questions. If the question does not apply to you, put N/A. To leave a question unanswered makes the judges wonder if you even read the question.Read carefully, there are differences in eligibility and due dates.Applications that arrive late will NOT be judged.If you did not win this year apply again next year.Scholarships are NOT just for the first year in college, so if you do not meet the qualifications for your first...
There are five (5) scholarships that are associated with the VAVRS. All scholarship applications can be found on the VAVRS web site. http://www.vavrs.com/forms.htmTips:When filling out applications answer ALL questions. If the question does not apply to you, put N/A. To leave a question unanswered makes the judges wonder if you even read the question.Read carefully, there are differences in eligibility and due dates.Applications that arrive late will NOT be judged.If you did not win this year apply again next year.Scholarships are NOT just for the first year in college, so if you do not meet the qualifications for your first...
Virginia Sheriffs' Institute Scholarships
$1,000
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Scholarship program was established to provide an opportunity for young people across Virginia to pursue an education in criminal justice. Accordingly, the Board of Directors has established the application process for students to receive scholarships to assist in their educational endeavors. The scholarships are available only to students in jurisdictions where sheriffs participated in scholarship fundraising efforts. This program is limited to students attending Virginia colleges and universities.2023-24 Scholarship Program Policies1.Eligibility:A. Students must be a permanent resident in a Virginia county or city where their sheriff is a member of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) and has...
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Scholarship program was established to provide an opportunity for young people across Virginia to pursue an education in criminal justice. Accordingly, the Board of Directors has established the application process for students to receive scholarships to assist in their educational endeavors. The scholarships are available only to students in jurisdictions where sheriffs participated in scholarship fundraising efforts. This program is limited to students attending Virginia colleges and universities.2023-24 Scholarship Program Policies1.Eligibility:A. Students must be a permanent resident in a Virginia county or city where their sheriff is a member of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) and has...
Nicholas Braswell Strong Roots Scholarship
$500
Virginia Defense Group strives to serve and defend the citizens of the Richmond area and has developed a strong connection with the people and places of eastern Virginia.It takes time, effort, and patience to build a nurturing relationship with one’s community. In today’s world, there are so many opportunities to live a transient life, to move from place to place and never settle down. Many of us seek a sense of community, but there’s usually a small group of people really working to build that sense of unity in the place that we call “home.”As day-to-day life becomes increasingly digital...
Virginia Defense Group strives to serve and defend the citizens of the Richmond area and has developed a strong connection with the people and places of eastern Virginia.It takes time, effort, and patience to build a nurturing relationship with one’s community. In today’s world, there are so many opportunities to live a transient life, to move from place to place and never settle down. Many of us seek a sense of community, but there’s usually a small group of people really working to build that sense of unity in the place that we call “home.”As day-to-day life becomes increasingly digital...
Stuck at Prom Scholarship
$15,000
After more than two decades, Duck® Brand is making some exciting changes to the 2024 Stuck at Prom® Scholarship Contest. From new judging categories to bigger scholarships, there are more ways to win!Eligibility. The Contest is open to any participant who meets the following requirements (an “Eligible Participant”): (i) is a legal resident of (and is physically located or resides in) the United States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and all U.S. territories and possessions (excluding, Maryland, Colorado, Vermont, Nebraska and North Dakota), or is a legal resident of (and is physically located or resides in) Canada (excluding the Province of...
After more than two decades, Duck® Brand is making some exciting changes to the 2024 Stuck at Prom® Scholarship Contest. From new judging categories to bigger scholarships, there are more ways to win!Eligibility. The Contest is open to any participant who meets the following requirements (an “Eligible Participant”): (i) is a legal resident of (and is physically located or resides in) the United States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and all U.S. territories and possessions (excluding, Maryland, Colorado, Vermont, Nebraska and North Dakota), or is a legal resident of (and is physically located or resides in) Canada (excluding the Province of...
Trotter Project Scholarships
$10,000
The Trotter Project is delighted to offer our scholarship opportunities for 2024. Please submit your application below. Good luck to all the applicants and we look forward to reading your submissions.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSMust have 2.5 or higher GPA (unweighted)Must be a high school senior, incoming or current college student to qualify for scholarshipComplete full online applicationMust be attending an accredited college/university in the USAMust submit the following documents:Resume highlighting community service, jobs, internshipsTranscript displaying cumulative GPA weighted/unweightedLetter of recommendation from someone who can discuss applicants academic achievements and/or characterCURRENT COLLEGE STUDENTS ONLY - Must submit documentation from college/university demonstrating a remaining...
The Trotter Project is delighted to offer our scholarship opportunities for 2024. Please submit your application below. Good luck to all the applicants and we look forward to reading your submissions.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSMust have 2.5 or higher GPA (unweighted)Must be a high school senior, incoming or current college student to qualify for scholarshipComplete full online applicationMust be attending an accredited college/university in the USAMust submit the following documents:Resume highlighting community service, jobs, internshipsTranscript displaying cumulative GPA weighted/unweightedLetter of recommendation from someone who can discuss applicants academic achievements and/or characterCURRENT COLLEGE STUDENTS ONLY - Must submit documentation from college/university demonstrating a remaining...
Eastern Regional Chapter Scholarship
$5,000
Application Criteria1. HeritageMust be of Korean heritage (i.e., have a Korean parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent, or be adopted from Korea).2. EnrollmentWill be a full-time student at a school in one of the designated Eastern region states (Delaware, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia) during the full 2024-2025 school year.3. AcademicsMinimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.4. Financial NeedCan demonstrate a need for financial assistance.KWVD Scholarship & Criteria1. HeritageBe a direct descendant of a Korean War Veteran who served in Korea from June 25, 1950–January 31, 1955 (Korean War Era, as designated by the U.S. Dept. of...
Application Criteria1. HeritageMust be of Korean heritage (i.e., have a Korean parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent, or be adopted from Korea).2. EnrollmentWill be a full-time student at a school in one of the designated Eastern region states (Delaware, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia) during the full 2024-2025 school year.3. AcademicsMinimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.4. Financial NeedCan demonstrate a need for financial assistance.KWVD Scholarship & Criteria1. HeritageBe a direct descendant of a Korean War Veteran who served in Korea from June 25, 1950–January 31, 1955 (Korean War Era, as designated by the U.S. Dept. of...
Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship
$3,500
The Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship was established in 2002 by the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show, Inc. (MANTS). This scholarship serves to memorialize Mr. Akehurst who served the horticultural industry as one of the founders of MANTS. In addition to his thirty plus years as Executive Vice-President of MANTS, Mr. Akehurst serves as Executive Secretary of the Maryland Nursery and Landscape Association, the Maryland Nurserymen's Association Horticulture Research Foundation, Maryland Christmas Tree Growers, American Conifer Society, and Maryland Greenhouse Growers' Association.MANTS, an association formed from the state nursery and landscape associations of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, has established this...
The Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship was established in 2002 by the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show, Inc. (MANTS). This scholarship serves to memorialize Mr. Akehurst who served the horticultural industry as one of the founders of MANTS. In addition to his thirty plus years as Executive Vice-President of MANTS, Mr. Akehurst serves as Executive Secretary of the Maryland Nursery and Landscape Association, the Maryland Nurserymen's Association Horticulture Research Foundation, Maryland Christmas Tree Growers, American Conifer Society, and Maryland Greenhouse Growers' Association.MANTS, an association formed from the state nursery and landscape associations of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, has established this...
