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JAMES RIVER HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
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3/31/2024Bank of Botetourt's Taking Care of You Scholarship$2,000 in total awardsScholarship InstructionsStudent must have a 2.5 GPA or higher and an active checking account at Bank of Botetourt. Essay and cover page required. May be emailed or mailed to address on instruction sheet.James River
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3/31/2024Botetourt County Republican Women's Club$1,000BCRW Scholarship ApplicationEssay and specific submission requirements required for consideration. Please read carefully! Two scholarships will be awarded among all eligible applicants.James River
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3/31/2024Catawba Lodge #342, Hunter & Viola Painter Memorial Scholarship$500Catawba Lodge Scholarship-Hunter & Viola Painter ApplicationScholarship, need, extracurricular activities, Masonic activities or a relationship to the Masonic fraternityJames River
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3/31/2024Colonial Elementary PTA Scholarship$1,000Colonial PTA ScholarshipMust be a graduating JRHS senior; must have attended Colonial Elem. for 3 yrs or graduated from Colonial as a 5th grader; be accepted to any accredited institution or trade school for the Fall 2024 semesterJames River
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3/31/2024WSLS 10 Scholarship2 x $2,000WSLS 10 Scholarship ApplicationMust attend high school in WSLS viewing area, particiapate in a VHSL sport or activity, permored volunteer work in the TV viewing area, and cannot be a child/grandchild of a WSLS employee. Application must be mailed and postmarked by March 31.James River
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4/1/2024Beaver Dam Farm Sunflower Scholarship$500Beaver Dam Sunflower Scholarship ApplicationOne James River senior will receive this scholarship. This scholarship is for students who plan to pursue a degree in Agriculture or a related field.James River
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4/1/2024Botetourt Beekeepers Association Scholarship$500Botetourt Beekeepers Association Scholarship ApplicationAvailable to senior students in Botetourt County who have had a minimum of 9 months experience keeping honeybees. Applications must be emailed by April.James River
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4/1/2024BRE (Botetourt Retired Educators) Scholarship$1,000BRE (Botetourt Retired Educators) ApplicationFor students planning to pursue post-secondary education in the field of education, preferably teaching.James River
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4/1/2024Chance Crawford ScholarshipTBDChance Crawford Softball Tournament ScholarshipFor students who will enroll in a college or university the fall following high school graduation; who are active members of his/her high school with activity participation; and, have a need.James RIver
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4/1/2024Craig Botetourt Electric Cooperative (VMDAEC)$1,000VMDAEC/Craig Botetourt Electric Coop Application (online)Parent's primary residence must receive its electrical power from one of the 15 electric cooperatives served by VMDAEC. Applicant must be entering his/her first semester at a post-secondary institution in the fall of 2024.James River
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4/2/2024Botetourt Regional Cattleman's Association Scholarship$500 x 2 awardsBRCA ScholarshipOpen to students from James River, LB and Craig County High Schools. 2 scholarships will be awarded. Applicants should have proof of acceptance into an agriculture related program. James RIver
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4/2/2024CAMS PTA Scholarship$250CAMS PTA Scholarship ApplicationMust have attended CAMS for at least 2 years; see application for other criteriaJames River
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4/3/2024Trystan Lowdermilk Scholarship$500TRYstan Lowdermilk Scholarship ApplicationPlease review application. For those who plan to further their education and display characteristics similar to Trystan, such as kindness, giving and humbleness.James River
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4/5/2024Beacon Credit Union Scholarship$2,500Beacon Credit Union ApplicationThere are six scholarship opportunities for students who are members of Beacon Credit Union or have a parent who is a member of Beacon Credit Union.James River
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4/5/2024Citizenship Scholarship (Botetourt County Democratic Committee)$1,000 x 2 (1 winner at each high school)Citizenship Scholarship ApplicationDEADLINE EXTENDED to April 5! Winners chosen based on quality of essay and following the specific application criteria. Not based on party affiliation, GPA or financial status.James River
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4/5/2024Elizabeth and Israel Christian Scholarship (Historic Fincastle Inc.)$1,000HFI, Elizabeth and Israel Christian Scholarship Application and Essay InformationEssay, transcript and resume requirements.James River
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4/5/2024Pat Simmons & Sally Eads Volunteer Scholarship (Historic Fincastle Inc.)$500HFI, Pat Simmons & Sally Eads Volunteer Scholarship ApplicationSeniors with reference letters for volunteering and attending a Virginia four or two year school; short essay required.James River
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4/5/2024MCSWCD District Scholarship & VASWCD State ScholarshipOne $2,000 scholarship from each district high school. Four $1,000 statewide winners.Mountain Castles SWCD ApplicationSubmit to Mountain Castles SWCD by April 5, 2024. Questions? Contact Tim Miller at (540)797-0217 or tim.miller@mountaincastles.orgJames River
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4/5/2024Buchanan Moose Lodge Scholarship$500Moose Lodge #2182 ScholarshipGood character and commitment to education completion. See application for further information.James River
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4/5/2024Roanoke Area Counselors Association-Nancy Quinn McCoy Humanitarian Scholarship$1,000ApplicationApplicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA, been accepted by a college, and plan to enter a helping profession. Submit your application to the SCHOOL COUNSELING OFFICE.James River
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4/10/2024Roanoke Valley Horsemen's Association Scholarship$500The Roanoke Valley Horseman's Association ScholarshipOpen to students pursuing education in the Agriculture Industry (Agricultural Business, Animal Science, Dairy, Pre-
Veterinarian, Poultry Science) or a similar field. May be used at any accredited institution of higher learning.
James River
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4/12/2024Brian J Rookstool Memorial Scholarship$1,200Brian Jason Rookstool Memorial Scholarship ApplicationSpecial consideration given to those planning to major in art, architecture, engineering or a trade; leadership qualities; short essay explaining desired field of study and future aspirations/goals. DUE to COUNSELING OFFICE.
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4/12/2024RAYSAC Kathy Graham Sullivan Memorial Scholarship $500RAYSAC Memorial Scholarship Application
Resident of Botetourt County, Craig County, Roanoke City, Roanoke County, or Salem; planning to pursue higher learning next year
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4/15/2024Botetourt County Farm Bureau ScholarshipTBDBot. Co. Farm Bureau Scholarship ApplicationAgricultural background, short answer, and 2 recommendations. Must be emailed by April 15. James River
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4/15/2024Botetourt Town & Country Women's Club Scholarship$1,000GFWC Botetourt Town & Country Women's Club Scholarship ApplicationHigh School, Community and Civic involvement showing leadership abilities. Paragraph and short essay also required.James River
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4/15/2024Buchanan Elementary School PTA Senior Scholarship$500Buchanan Elem PTA JRHS Senior Scholarship Application Must have attended Buchanan Elementary School for at least two years and turn in a completed application by the due date to the BES PTA. James River
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4/15/2024Cosmopolitan Club Annual Track Meet Scholarship Program$3,500 female competitor; $3,500 male competitorCosmopolitan Club of Roanoke Annual Track Meet Scholarship Program ApplicationSenior participating in the Cosmo Track Meet; top 50% of graduating class; not related to a member of the Cosmopolitan ClubJames River
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4/15/2024County Wide League ScholarshipTBDCounty Wide League Scholarship ApplicationCandidate for graduation from JRHS; 2.5 minimum GPA; financial need; community service. Must be printed and mailed to address provided.James RIver
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4/15/2024First Bank Fall Run Scholarship 1-$1,000 winner at each high schoolFirst Bank Fall Run Scholarship ApplicationMust have participated in at least 1 Bank of Fincastle Fall Run or First Bank Fall Run; must have participated or currently participate in a running sport at his/her high school; must have post secondary plans following graduation James River
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4/19/2024Botetourt County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship $1,000 for a winner from each (JRHS, BTEC, LBHS)Botetourt County Chamber of Commerce ApplicationMust be accepted to and planning to attend a postsecondary instutition, college or university; have a 2.5 or higher GPA; be able to show school and community involvement.James River and/or BTEC
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4/24/2024JRHS PTSO ScholarshipTBDJRHS PTSO Scholarship ApplicationStudent is a current member of the JRHS PTSO; volunteered in school and/or community; please read application for further qualifying criteria.James River
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5/1/2024Virginia Western Educational Foundation ScholarshipVariousScholarship WebsiteAnyone interested in attending VWCC is encouraged to apply, even if you already applied for CCAP. No FAFSA is required for this. LB & JR
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5/31/2024Appalachian Habitat Association Scholarship4 scholarships awarded in varying amounts (see application for details)Appalachian Habitat Association ScholarshipFor students pursuing further education leading to a degree in the area of Forestry, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, Habitat Management, conservation Resouces, Conservation Criminal Justice or a similar field associated with improving wildlife habitat and/or protecting wildlife. **Application must be emailed; other components must be sealed and mailed. Open to high school and current college students from: Alleghany, Augusta, Bath, Botetourt, Craig, Highland, Rockbridge and the cities in those counties.James River
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LORD BOTETOURT HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPSLord Botetourt
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10/31/23VFW Voice of Democracy ScholarshipGrand Prize: $35,000Voice of Democracy Application FormScholarship open to students in grades 9 - 12. Please read the application for specific requirements of the audio essay. Scholarship must be received by the Daleville VFW Post no later than 10/31/2023. Applications and audio essays may be emailed to VFW1841web@gmail.com. Lord Botetourt
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11/11/2023Miss Roanoke Valley CompetitionVarieshttps://www.missroanokevalley.org/2024-competitionFemale students only.Lord Botetourt
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11/30/2023Harry F. Byrd, Jr. Leadership Award$25,000See counseling office.If you are interested in being nominated for this award please see Coach Craft in the Counseling Office.Virginia Schools
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1/12/2024Community Foundation of Southwest VirginiaVaries based on individual scholarship fundhttps://www.cfwesternva.org/student-online-application-instructions/MUST complete FAFSA and submit SAR to be eligible as scholarships are based on need in many cases. Students are automatically included in any scholarship pools they meet the criteria for. Some require essays answering specific questions.Lord Botetourt
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2/5/2024Girl Friends ScholarshipsVariesGirl Friends Scholarship Fillable Form 3.0+gpa, SAT 1200+, accepted into a four year institution.Lord Botetourt
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3/1/2024Bonsack/Blue Ridge Ruritan Club Scholarship$1,000See counseling office.Paper copies of application in counseling office and must be mailed in.Lord Botetourt
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3/10/2024Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship2x $1,000Delta Kappa Gamma ScholarshipFemale, 3.0+ GPA, must be entering education field.Lord Botetourt
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3/11/2024FRIENDS Founder Lynn Davis Scholarship2x $1,00FRIENDS Founder Lynn Davis ScholarshipCheck requirements on application.Lord Botetourt
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3/11/2024Mary Terry Goodwin Kuyk Volunteer Scholarship2x $2,000Mary Terry Goodwin Kuyk Volunteer ScholarshipMust have performed volunteer work in the area and has maintained at least a "B" average for the current and previous school year. Applications must be mailed to the address listed and postmarked no later than March 11.Lord Botetourt
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3/15/2024The Society of Cincinnatti in the State of Virginia4 x $4,000-$6,000See counseling office.Paper copies of application in counseling office and must be mailed in.Lord Botetourt
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3/15/2024Virginia School Counselor Association Scholarship$1,000Virginia School Counselor Association ScholarshipCheck requirements on website.Lord Botetourt
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3/16/2024Roanoke Valley Wrestling Association ScholarshipsVarieshttps://www.roanokevalleywrestling.com/Check requirements on website.Lord Botetourt
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3/20/2024American Association of University Women (AAUW) College/University 2024 Scholarships for WomenVariesAAUW Scholarships for WomenCheck requirements on website.Lord Botetourt
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3/21/2024Roanoke Higher Education Center Foundation Scholarship FundTBDhttps://www.education.edu/foundation/scholarship-fund/Minority students only.Lord Botetourt
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3/25/2024Roanoke Valley Golf Hall of Fame ScholarshipsVariesRVHOF ScholarshipsCheck requirements on application.Lord Botetourt
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3/31/2024Bank of Botetourt Taking Care of You Scholarship$2,000Bank of Botetourt Taking Care of You ScholarshipStudent must have a 2.5 GPA or higher and an active checking account at Bank of Botetourt. Essay and cover page required. May be emailed or mailed to address on instruction sheet.Lord Botetourt
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3/31/2024Colonial PTA Scholarship$1,000Colonial PTA ScholarshipGraduating senior, attended Colonial for 3yrs, accepted to any accredited institution.Lord Botetourt
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3/31/20242024 Botetourt County Republican Women Scholarship2x $2,000Botetourt County Republican Women ScholarshipEssay and specific submission requirements required for consideration. Please read carefully! Two scholarships will be awarded among all eligible applicants.Lord Botetourt
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4/1/2024Beaver Dam Farm Sunflower Scholarship Application$500Beaver Dam Sunflower Farm ScholarshipPursuing career in agriculture or other agriculture related fields.Lord Botetourt
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4/1/2024Chance Crawford ScholarshipTBDChance Crawford ScholarshipFor students who will enroll in a college or university the fall following high school graduation; who are active members of his/her high school with activity participation; and, have a need.Lord Botetourt
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4/1/2024Craig Botetourt Electric Cooperative (VMDAEC)$1,000VMDAEC/Craig Botetourt Electric Coop Application (online)Parent's primary residence must receive its electrical power from one of the 15 electric cooperatives served by VMDAEC. Applicant must be entering his/her first semester at a post-secondary institution in the fall of 2024.Lord Botetourt
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4/1/2024The Botetourt Retired Educators Scholarship2x $1,000The Botetourt Retured Educators ScholarshipFor students planning to pursue post-secondary education in the field of education, preferably teaching.Lord Botetourt
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4/1/2024Boteourt Beekeepers Scholarship$500Botetourt Beekeepers Association ScholarshipAvailable to senior students in Botetourt County who have had a minimum of 9 months experience keeping honeybees. Applications must be emailed by April.Lord Botetourt
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4/1/2024Knights of Columbus Scholarships$1,000Sir Knight Albert H. Canfield Memorial ScholarshipSee website for details.Lord Botetourt
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4/1/2024The Botetourt County Democratic Committee Citizenship Scholarship$1,000The Botetourt County Democratic Committee Citizenship ScholarshipSee application for details.
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4/2/2024Central Academy Middle School PTA 2024 Scholarship$250CAMS PTA 2024 ScholarshipMust have attended CAMS for at least two years.Lord Botetourt
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4/2/2024Cloverdale Elementary PTA Scholarship$500
Cloverdale Elementary PTA Scholarship Application Cloverdale Elementary PTA Scholarship Reference Form Cloverdale Elementary PTA Scholarship Guidlines
Check requirements on application.Lord Botetourt
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4/5/2025Beacon Credit Union Scholarship6x $2,500Beacon Credit Union ScholarshipCheck requirements on application.Lord Botetourt
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4/5/2024MCSWCD District Scholarship & VASWCD State ScholarshipOne $2,000 scholarship from each district high school. Four $1,000 statewide winners.Mountain Castles SWCD ApplicationSubmit to Mountain Castles SWCD by April 5, 2024. Questions? Contact Tim Miller at (540)797-0217 or tim.miller@mountaincastles.orgLord Botetourt
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4/5/24Louis Tudor Memorial Scholarship$1,500Louis Tudor Memorial ScholarshipPreference given to swimmers, written essay.Lord Botetourt
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4/5/24Roanoke Area Counselors Association-Nancy Quinn McCoy Humanitarian Scholarship$1,000Nancy Quinn McCoy Humanitarian ScholarshipApplicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA, been accepted by a college, and plan to enter a helping profession. Submit your application to the SCHOOL COUNSELING OFFICE.Lord Botetourt
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4/5/24Historic Fincastle, Inc. Elizabeth & Israel Christian Scholarship$1,00Historic Fincastle, Inc. Elizabeth & Israel Christian ScholarshipEssay, transcript and resume requirements.Lord Botetourt
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4/5/24Historic Fincastle, Inc. Pat Simmons and Sally Eads Scholarship$500Historic Fincastle, Inc. Pat Simmons and Sally Eads ScholarshipSeniors with reference letters for volunteering and attending a Virginia four or two year school; short essay required.Lord Botetourt
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4/10/24Botetourt Regional Calltleman's Association Scholarship2x $500Botetourt Regional Cattleman's Association ScholarshipProof of acceptance to agriculture related program.Lord Botetourt
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4/12/24RAYSAC Kathy Graham Sullivan Memorial Scholarship$500Kathy Graham Sullivan Memorial ScholarshipPlanning to attend a 4yr college/university.Lord Botetourt
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4/15/24Roanoke Cosmopolitan Scholarship2x $3,500Roanoke Cosmopolitan ScholarshipMust be a member of the track team.
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4/15/24Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club Scholarship$5,000Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club ScholarshipCheck requirements on application.Lord Botetourt
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4/15/24County Wide League ScholarshipTBDCounty Wide League ScholarshipCheck requirements on application.Lord Botetourt
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4/15/24First Bank Fall Run Scholarship$1,000First Bank Fall Run ScholarshipMust have participated in at least 1 Bank of Fincastle Fall Run or First Bank Fall Run; must have participated or currently participate in a running sport at his/her high school; must have post secondary plans following graduation Lord Botetourt
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4/15/24Botetourt County Farm Bureau ScholarshipTBDBotetourt County Farm Bureau ScholarshipAgricultural background, short answer, and 2 recommendations. Must be emailed by April 15. Lord Botetourt
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4/15/2024Botetourt Town & Country Women's Club Scholarship$1,000Botetourt Town & Country Women's Club ScholarshipMust be a Senior. See application for details.Lord Botetourt
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4/22/2024Kevin Boeren Memorial Scholarship$500See counseling office.See Counseling OfficeLord Botetourt
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STATE/NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
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1/31/2024Prestige Student Scholarship$1,000
https://prestigeportraits.com/get-inspired/prestige-college-scholarships/
One page essay sharing Prestige Photography experience. Three winners selected throughout USA. All in VA and many other states participate.
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1/31/2024BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship Awards$1,000https://www.bbb.org/local/0613/scholarshipSee website for details.
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2/5/2024Elks National Foundation-Legacy Awards350 awards @$4,000eachLegacy Awards (Elks Foundation)MUST be a child or grandchild of an Elks member. Please contact Mr. John Hutchison with questions. xballcoach@aol.com
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3/1/2024USDA/1890 National Scholarship OpportunityTBDUSDA/1890 Flyer, Additional Information and link to applicationMust be attending one the 19 Land Grant Universities. Other criteria included as well.
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3/1/2024Gloria Wille Bell and Carlos R. Bell ScholarshipUp to $80,000https://bellscholarship.org/For students pursuing Engineering/Math/Physics/Computer Science at the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor.All in VA and many other states participate.
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3/3/2024Granville P. Meade ScholarshipTBDGranville P. Meade ScholarshipSee link for details.
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3/14/2024Doodle For Google ScholarshipMultiple awardsDoodle for Google LinkClick the link for information and to submit.
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3/15/2024SESPTC Buster Bynum Scholarship$2,000Buster Bynum Scholarship linkParent or guardian must be an active public school transportation employee; student must have 3.0 or higher GPA. APPLICATION DUE TO BCPS TRANSPORTATION OFFICE ON OR BEFORE MARCH 15.14 states in the SE USA, including VA
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3/15/2024Clyde W. Morris Scholarship2 @ $2,500Clyde W. Morris Scholarship linkParent or grandparent must be currently employed or formerly employed in the public school pupil transportation field in Virginia; student must have 3.0 or higher GPA. APPLICATION DUE TO BCPS TRANSPORTATION OFFICE ON OR BEFORE MARCH 15.Entire state of VA
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3/15/2024Sonny Merryman Memorial Scholarship$2,500Sonny Merryman Memorial Scholarship linkParent or grandparent must be currently employed or formerly employed in the public school pupil transportation field in Virginia; student must have 3.0 or higher GPA. APPLICATION DUE TO BCPS TRANSPORTATION OFFICE ON OR BEFORE MARCH 15.Entire state of VA
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3/15/2024Virginia School Counselors Association Scholarship$1,000VSCA Class of 2024 Essay Scholarship ApplicationEssay contest and brief online application required.
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3/18/2024Virginia Bankers Association Bank Day Scholarship ProgramVariesVirginia Bankers Association Bank Day Scholarship ProgramSee application for details.
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4/5/2024Beacon Credit Union Scholarship6x $2,500Beacon Credit Union ScholarshipMust have account w/Beacon Credit Union. See application for details.
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4/8/2024Granville P. Meade Scholarship$2,000
Granville P. Meade Application Granville P. Meade Timeline/Procedure Granville P. Meade Student Guide
Turn in to school counselor.
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4/15/2024Rich Murray Sports Journalism Scholarship$1,000Rich Murray Sports Journalism Scholarship applicationFor students who plan to major in sports journalism or a similar field in the collegiate or professional sports industry. Preference given to students attending college in VA.
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5/1/2024Gweedo Giving Scholarship$1,000Gweedo Giving Scholarship Application linkSports and community focus. This is a state wide scholarship.
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5/1/2024Gweedo Memorial ScholarshipTBDGweedo Memorial Scholarship Application linkMust create social media posts adhering to specific parameters. This is a state wide scholarship.
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5/3/2024Claude Moore Scholar Scholarship 20245x $1,000Claude Moore ScholarshipSee application for details.Entire state of VA
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6/1/2024SchoolHouse Connection Scholarship Program$2,500SchoolHouse Connection Scholarship ApplicationBorn on/after 6/1/2004, entering college/trade school for the 1st time in Fall 2024, have experienced homelessness in the past 6 years