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Scholarships Available through
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee

Lt. Holly Adams Memorial Scholarship
Established 2006

Holly Adams was born in New Iberia, Louisiana on July 12, 1979 and made her home in Franklin, TN. She graduated from Page High School in Franklin in 1997 and then went on to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the U. S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado in 2001 and the Aerospace and Basic Course in 2002. She was awarded the John K. Hester Memorial Award which is presented to the cadet who best exemplifies the highest ideals of loyalty, integrity and courage. Holly was the first female class President in the history of the Air Force Academy. She was awarded the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and the National Defense Service Medal. On December 18, 2002 Holly was killed in a car accident on her way to celebrate Christmas with loved ones. The Air Force's Commendation Medal was awarded posthumously.

Eligibility
This scholarship will benefit students from the Page High School area in Williamson County who not only achieve, but also possess the integrity, courage and caring spirit to help others achieve. The ideal recipient of this award should be the student who, like Holly, best exemplifies a combination of integrity, courage and selflessness and is academically qualified for college, but who needs financial assistance in taking that step.

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Kathy D. and Stephen J. Anderson Scholarship
Established 2006

Kathy D. and Stephen J. Anderson have a strong belief in the value of a college/university education.  They believe there are high school graduates who, without financial assistance, would have significant difficulty obtaining a college/university degree.  The Andersons established this scholarship for students graduating from or having graduated from Williamson County public high schools.

Eligibility
This scholarship will be valued at up to $10,000 per student over four years.  Students must be graduates from a public high school in Williamson County after attending for a minimum of three years, in good standing as a citizen in the school and community, have a 3.2 or better GPA, minimum ACT score of 22 or SAT of 1100, and involved in at least one outside extra-curricular activity (which could include working part-time).  The scholarship is renewable for the student who reapplies to the Community Foundation and is in good standing as a citizen, has a college GPA of 2.75 in the freshman year and 3.0 each year thereafter, involved in at least one extra-curricular activity (could include working part-time) and has selected a major at the end of the second year.

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Ayers Foundation Scholars Program
Established 1999

As a businessman who enjoyed much success, Jim Ayers has at various times in his career been in the nursing home business, the car business, the banking business, the real estate business, and sometimes all of the above. In addition, Jim is in the business of making dreams come true. Jim Ayers credits much to his early expectation that he would attend college and create more opportunities for himself by furthering his education. Now, with The Ayers Foundation Scholars Program, he is providing both encouragement and resources for students from Decatur County, Tennessee to set those same early educational expectations themselves. By providing college counselors and renewable last-dollar scholarships, available to all Decatur County, Tennessee graduates beginning with the 132 members of the Class of 2000, Mr. Ayers hopes not only to affect the lives of individual students, but also the life of the entire community where he was born, raised, and continues to live. It is The Community Foundation’s honor to be able to make this extraordinary charitable vision a reality.

Applications from the general public are not accepted for this scholarship.

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Cynthia and Alan Baran Fine Arts and Music Scholarship Fund
Established 2004

Cynthia and Alan Baran have a great passion for the arts.  After 25 years in the corporate world, Cynthia followed her passion for the arts and enrolled in fine arts classes at two local universities. Alan’s interest in music, specifically the guitar and mandolin, has provided him with a creative outlet from his work in the nonprofit sector. This scholarship was established to help provide an opportunity to help young people pursue their passion early in life in the areas of visual arts and music.

Eligibility Criteria:
Eligible applicants are rising sophomores, juniors, seniors in college, and graduate students at an accredited college, university or institute full-time or part-time (6 or more credit hours).  One scholarship will be granted to students enrolled in a Bachelors of Fine Art (BFA), a BA in Studio Art, or a Masters of Fine Arts (MFA).  Fine Art or Studio Art is limited to a major course of study in Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Ceramics, Photography or Printmaking.  A second scholarship will be made to a Music Degree granting program (Bachelor or Masters) with preference given to those students pursuing a course of study in acoustic mandolin or acoustic guitar.  Applicants must maintain a 3.0 or better GPA.

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The Belmont University Commercial Music Scholarship
Established 2000

The Commercial Music Department of the School of Music at Belmont University educates and trains people who work to perform, compose/arrange, produce and sell Nashville's signature product. This Fund was established by the LifeWorks Foundation to permanently endow scholarships for Belmont University students working toward a commercial music major.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be a high school senior, college freshman, sophomore, or junior accepted to/or attending Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee as a commercial music major.

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George Oliver Benton Memorial Scholarship
Established 2001

Known as the "Lobbyists' Lobbyist," George Oliver Benton served as the President of the Tennessee Lobbyists Association from its founding in 1996 until his death in the fall of 2001. A former State Senator and Lieutenant Governor, George Oliver was often sought out by state leaders for his opinions and legal advice on government in general and the legislature in particular. The Tennessee Lobbyists Association is thankful for what George Oliver did for the lobbying profession and honors George Oliver with this scholarship in his name. This scholarship is designed to benefit Legislative Interns.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply are Legislative Interns. Scholarships will be awarded to students who attend an accredited four-year college/university in the State of Tennessee and/or are residents of Tennessee. Consideration will be given to extracurricular activities, especially those indicative of an interest in government.

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Dody Boyd Scholarship
Established 2006

Dody Boyd was a Cheatham County Central High School graduate and remained dedicated to her alma mater throughout her life. Ms. Dody drove Bus #13 for West Cheatham Elementary School, Cheatham Middle School, Cheatham County Central High School, the Cheatham County Cubs Wrestling Team and the Cheatham County Cubs Football Team. Ms. Dody's influence went far beyond her work with Bus #13. She impressed everyone with whom she came in contact. She shared her passion for watching and participating in sports. And the young people knew if they ever needed anything, they could come to her and, if at all possible, Dody would make it happen. Instilling an appreciation of the importance of good grades and successful graduation was just part of the encouragement.

Eligibility
Those eligible for this scholarship are seniors graduating from Cheatham County Central High School and wishing to attend a two-year community college/technical school or four-year university. Applicants should have a GPA of at least 2.5 or better and an ACT score of 20 or better. The scholarship will not be renewable.

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JoAhn Brown-Nash Memorial Scholarship

JoAhn Brown-Nash's major focus and passion throughout her entire professional career was education. She committed herself to using her talents in every way she could to fulfill the hopes and dreams of young people. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Fisk University, a Masters degree from Chicago State University, and a Ph.D. from the University of San Francisco. After spending a number of years in various positions in the Chicago Public School System, JoAhn was Professor and Administrator at Governors State University in Chicago in the College of Human Learning and Development. She co-founded the Josten Learning Corporation and founded the Prescription Learning Corporation. Civic and community involvement was always an intricate part of her life. JoAhn served as National Vice President of Links, Inc. from 1996-1997 and Central Area Director from 1992-1996. In addition to her Links dedication, she served on numerous boards and commissions. Because of her vision to enrich the lives of children and her exemplary service to the Links Inc., especially the Central Area, the Central Area Links, Inc. honors her memory with the establishment of this Scholarship.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply are female students at Fisk University, entering their junior year, who exemplify outstanding leadership skills with a GPA of 3.2 or above.

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William and Clara Bryan Scholarship
Established 1994

William and Clara Bryan were both natives of Giles County, Tennessee who believed in the power and possibilities of education. Their son, Bill Bryan, established this scholarship in their memory to assist Giles County students in realizing their dreams of attending four-year colleges and universities. The Bryan Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors and/or college underclassmen who evidence merit and financial need.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply are high school seniors, college freshmen, sophomores and juniors who are from Giles County, Tennessee and have lived there for the majority of their pre-college schooling.

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Cadiz Rotary Club Rise Carol Thompson Memorial Scholarship
Established 2009

This scholarship, the Rise Carol Thompson Memorial Scholarship, was established originally through the Rotary Club of Cadiz, KY by Brent and Dot Thompson in memory of their daughter, Rise Carol, a student at Vanderbilt University at the time she was killed in an automobile accident.  At the time of her death in 1977, her father, Brent Thompson, was president of a local bank and a Rotarian, so the Club established this scholarship.  Brent and Dot Thompson have continued to make contributions and have worked with the Cadiz Rotary Club to create this scholarship at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee so as to assure that the scholarship in their daughter's name will exist in perpetuity

Eligibility - Applicants should be graduating seniors who are residents of Trigg County, KY who have earned a grade point average of 3.75 or above.

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Leigh Carter Scholarship
Established 2001

This memorial scholarship, established by the Tennessee Chiropractic Association, honors Leigh and her passion for learning. The Leigh Carter Scholarship will provide financial support to students who wish to attend Chiropractic college upon completion of their undergraduate degree programs.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be full-time students attending one of the nation's accredited Chiropractic colleges or universities. Preference will be given to students from Tennessee. Recipients are eligible to reapply throughout the four-year degree process. Applicants must also demonstrate a strong interest in health care delivery. Financial need, extracurricular and civic participation will also be considered in candidate evaluation. Applications will be accepted for this scholarship beginning February 2003.

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Rachel Allison Cate Scholarship
Established 2008

Rachel Cate knew she wanted to teach from the time she was a little girl. Talkative, lively, and usually in charge, she was active in drama, student government, church youth group, and working with children in numerous settings. She "mothered" everyone she loved, including her brothers, her cousins, and her friends. Known for her welcoming spirit and love of people, Rachel never met a stranger and touched the lives of countless individuals in her 18 years on earth. A graduate of Overton High School, Rachel was studying elementary/special education at Western Kentucky University when she was tragically killed in an automobile accident. This scholarship was established by her family for those pursuing a career in education in order that the recipients will carry on her passion and genuine love for children.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply are seniors of Metro Nashville Public School who wish to enter the field of education as a career. Students must attend a four-year college or university, have a 3.0 GPA or higher and have scored no less than a 21 on the ACT exam.

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The Cheatham County Scholarship
Established 1998

A group of concerned Cheatham County citizens were looking for a way to serve current and future generations. Based upon their sense of county priorities, they opted to create a scholarship not only for the "A" student, but for the average "B" and "C" students as well.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be a Cheatham County, Tennessee resident for a period of one year or more. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED with a grade point average of 2.0 or better. Students must attend an accredited college, university, or technical school and maintain a grade point average of 2.0 or better.

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Choose Your Future Scholarship
Established 2007

The donor believes passionately in the value of education for a life of choice and opportunity, and that no one should be denied the opportunity to fulfill his/her potential due to financial constraints. As a native Nashvillian, the donor wishes to give back to the community by helping more students of Davidson County achieve their educational goals.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply are graduates of Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools of Davidson County with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and a score of 21 on the ACT. Students may attend any college or university in the United States. Preference will be given to students who are the first in their families to attend college. Reapplying applicants will also be given preference for renewal of the scholarship if they remain in good academic standing with their college or university.

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Howard A. Clark Horticulture Scholarship
Established 2008

The Howard A. Clark Horticulture Scholarship was created by Howard's family as a testament to a man who spent almost five decades of his life cultivating the land, learning the lay of it, and growing shrubs and trees of remarkable quality. This scholarship will now give someone else the educational opportunity that Howard never received. Howard Clark loved nature and loved the land, and, in return, the land provided his livelihood for over 40 years. Working the land from the age of 12, Howard taught himself everything he needed to succeed in the nursery business in Avery County, North Carolina. He often said, however, that he would have jumped at the chance for an education to aid him along his path to success.

Eligibility - This scholarship was established to benefit a deserving senior graduating from Avery County High School, North Carolina, wishing to learn to "nurture nature" by attending a two- or four-year college to study horticulture or agriculture. The student should have at least a 2.5 grade point average in high school.

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Community Bank and Trust Scholarship Fund
Established 2009

A passion for education has been a hallmark of Community Bank and Trust of Cheatham County since its creation. This commitment has been demonstrated by providing scholarships to deserving students in Cheatham County who desire to pursue their educational goals. In order to perpetuate this ten year tradition of giving back, Community Bank and Trust is establishing the Community Bank and Trust Scholarship Fund which will help ensure that these investments in post-secondary educational opportunities continue.

Eligibility - Applicants must be high school seniors graduating from public high schools in Cheatham County, Tennessee and who have been residents of Cheatham County for at least one year. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate extracurricular, civic and community participation as well as financial need.

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Davidson County Democratic Women/Shannon Wood Scholarship
Established 2001

Shannon Wood helped create a scholarship with The Davidson County Democratic Women (DCDW) to encourage young women to be politically active. The scholarship essay question is structured to inspire young women to express their own political ideas. Shannon has run for office, campaigned for others and participated in grassroots efforts to achieve peace, universal health care and fair elections. Shannon would not have been able to attend Antioch College without financial assistance and is committed to passing on the support that was given to her when she attended college. Shannon and her husband, Peter Kurland, agreed to set up an endowment with The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee so that the DCDW Scholarship could continue in perpetuity. Scholarship winners will continue to be recognized at the annual DCDW picnic and their essays may be published by the Davidson County Democratic Women. In addition to receiving the scholarship, winners will have the opportunity to work as an intern for a week at the Tennessee Democratic Party Headquarters in Nashville.

Eligibility - This scholarship is established to benefit college bound, female, high school seniors in Davidson County. Recipients will be chosen based upon their essays answering the question “What policy or law in the United States would you change and why?” Essays will be evaluated on creative and critical thinking, practical application, style and writing mechanics. Consideration will be given to financial need.

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Colonel Richard M. Dawson Scholarship
Established 2004

Colonel Richard Dawson was, to many, a leader, a mentor and a significant asset to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Many of his colleagues and those close to him developed a great admiration for him and respected his character, judgment and fairness. Colonel Dawson had the unique ability to listen and form an opinion based on merit and facts. The Richard M. Dawson Scholarship was established by friends and co-workers to honor his dedication to family, friends and the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Students who are pursuing an education for a career in criminal justice are eligible to apply. Such a career might include service with the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, or as a lawyer.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants are children of employees of the Tennessee Highway Patrol who serve in uniform, undercover, or plainclothes. Applicants may be rising sophomores, juniors or seniors in college who demonstrate a commitment to a career in criminal justice through their course of study.

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DBI Scholarship
Established 2003

“Aim as high as you can when considering a college or university to attend,” David Ingram, the donor for the DBI Scholarship, encourages applicants. “One of my main objectives would be to help a student that got into Harvard, Duke or Vanderbilt, be able to go to one of those schools instead of opting for a less expensive university because that is what the family can afford.” With that goal in mind, this exciting scholarship was set up to benefit children of the employees of Ingram Entertainment Inc. and DBI Distributing Inc. Eligible applicants must attend a college, university or junior college/technical school on a full time basis while maintaining a B average or better. The award would be used to offset tuition, room and board, and/or books and supplies depending on the student’s choice of school.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants must be the children of current employees of Ingram Entertainment Inc. or DBI Distributing Inc. with at least two years of service. Applicants may be graduating high school seniors, undergraduates and graduates enrolling or enrolled at an accredited college/university, junior college or technical/vocational school on a full-time basis maintaining a B average or better. Applicants are encouraged to aim high when considering a school to attend.

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B. J. Dean Scholarship
Established 1995

B. J. Dean was born on September 14, 1933 to Joseph and Inez Runnels. As a girl, she taught Mission Bible Schools around Pascagoula, Mississippi. She was Valedictorian of her Pascagoula High School class and graduated from Mississippi State College for Women with highest honors. She received a Master of Religious Education Degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

A devoted wife, mother, and friend, B. J. touched thousands of lives in her service to persons in churches and Baptist state conventions throughout the United States as a consultant, teacher, writer, chorister and minister. B. J. was keenly interested in advancing the cause of women in ministry. The intention of this scholarship fund, established by Myrte Veach and the many friends of B. J. Dean, is to permanently endow one or more interdenominational scholarships for women entering the ministry.

Eligibility - An eligible applicant is a woman preparing for full-time ministry, but is not limited to those seeking ordination or serving in any particular denomination. An Eligible applicant must be a resident of Tennessee or Texas or be enrolled in Yale Divinity School.

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Jimmy Edwards Scholarship
Established 2001

"Principal Jimmy Edwards was Donelson High School," said 1964 graduate Bill Sorey, of the school's leader who served from 1952 until it closed in 1971. "He was a disciplinarian and we knew we had to do what he told us to, but he did it in such a way that we wanted to obey," said Lorraine Webb, also a 1964 graduate. "You did what he expected you to do out of respect." Out of that same respect and the love he inspired, Bill, Lorraine and others have set up the Jimmy Edwards Scholarship. A Donelson resident since 1922, Mr. Edwards graduated from Vanderbilt with a degree in engineering. Ironically, he didn't intend to be a teacher, but took a job in Bellevue teaching seven classes and coaching athletics, and found that he liked it. The Jimmy Edwards Scholarship provides scholarships to individuals who attended and/or graduated from the original Donelson High School, Donelson, Tennessee, as well as descendants of alumni of Donelson High School.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be past students or graduates of Donelson High School, Donelson, Tennessee, and any descendants of alumni of Donelson High School.

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The Genesco Scholarship
Established 1999

The Genesco Scholarship was created to commemorate the Company's 75th anniversary and honor its employees. Genesco Inc. believes in its employees, and wanted to establish this scholarship to give something back to them on an annual basis. This Scholarship is designed to assist Genesco Inc. employees, both full-time and part-time, and the children of Genesco employees in realizing their dream of attending college or university.

Eligibility - Children of employees and employees of Genesco, Inc., as of the application date, who will be enrolled as an undergraduate in an accredited college or university for the following Fall semester, are eligible to apply. The level of entry into one of the accredited schools does not matter.

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Pauline LaFon Gore Scholarship
Established 1998

As a woman who worked her way through school, Pauline Gore was always interested in easing the way for others who might have the desire to learn but be constrained financially. She believed that "there is nothing worse than wanting an education and being unable to get one." Her selection as the 1998 recipient of the Joe Kraft Humanitarian Award gave her the opportunity to address that concern by putting in place a Scholarship Fund for residents of Smith County, Tennessee wishing to attend a four-year college or university. It was her hope that the Fund would grow through additional gifts and prudent management and that under the supervision of The Community Foundation generations of students would be offered a helping hand.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply are high school seniors and current college underclassmen who are from Smith County, Tennessee and have lived there for the majority of their pre-college schooling.

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Frank and Charlene Harris Scholarship
Established 2006

A teacher for more than forty years, Charlene Harris’ primary focus was on educating students of all ages.  She and her husband Frank, a hospital lab technician and longtime library board member, were both lifelong residents of Claiborne County.  Each attended different high schools that merged to form Cumberland Gap High School.  Together they touched the lives of many community members and were always advocates of the benefits of pursuing an education.  This scholarship is being established in their loving memory, in order to continue to promote their strong beliefs that hard work, strong moral character and an education are the keys to a better way of life.  A graduating senior from Cumberland Gap High School who shares and exemplifies their beliefs will be chosen as the recipient of this scholarship.

Eligibility
This scholarship is designed to benefit graduating seniors of Cumberland Gap High School in Claiborne County, TN.  Eligible applicants should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher at the time of the application.

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Regina Higdon Scholarship
Established 2003

Regina Higdon was a person with an extraordinary gift of being able to show those around her what it mean to be loved and to love. For many years, she ran a day care center in her home where she nurtured and gave special care to the children of numerous families, just as if they were her own. Regina was a devout Catholic who believed strongly in the value of a Catholic education. She made many sacrifices to ensure her own children received that type of education and when she died in 2003, friends and family set up this fund, in Regina’s name, to help students of Christ the King School, attend Father Ryan High School or St. Cecilia Academy.

Eligibility - The Regina Higdon Scholarship is designed to help graduates of Christ the King School of Nashville, Tennessee who have a desire to attend either Father Ryan High School or St. Cecilia Academy, both in Nashville, Tennessee. Eligible applicants must be graduating eighth graders of Christ the King School and/or former graduates of Christ the King School attending Father Ryan High School or St. Cecilia Academy. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA or equivalent. Recipients should also exhibit a love for the arts. Strong consideration will be given to financial need.

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Jennifer Ingrum Scholarship
Established 2005

Jennifer Ingrum was a teacher in the Washington, DC public schools fulfilling her dream of working with underprivileged children.  She graduated from Gallatin High School, the University of Virginia and Harvard University.  She completed a second Masters Degree from George Washington University while teaching.  Family and friends established this scholarship after Jennifer’s tragic death.

Eligibility
The scholarship is designed to benefit Gallatin High School and Station Camp High School area students who qualify academically for college but who need financial assistance.  Annual scholarships of up to $2,000 per student will be awarded to at least two students.

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A.D. and Peggy Hewlett and Colonel David R. Inman Scholarship Fund
Established 2007

To create a legacy for their parents and Pam’s husband, Steve Hewlett, Pam Inman and Faye Houston established this scholarship to honor their caring and compassionate concern for others, their belief in the importance of a good education, their commitment to nurturing the thirst for knowledge, and their dedication to providing a foundation on which others might build a career in health care.

Eligibility
Eligible applicants must be students entering the field of nursing as licensed practical nurses, registered nurses or nurse practitioners or students entering the fields of pharmacy or physical therapy. Preference may be given, in the case of comparable applications, to students from Hancock, Daviess, or Ohio County, Kentucky. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic potential as evidenced by a transcript from the last school they attended and give examples of experience that demonstrates compassion for patients and families such as a reference from someone they have helped or a supervisor who has witnessed their care and compassion.

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JubiLee Scholarship Fund
Established 2005

Diane Lee made it her life’s work to help underprivileged school children. Her concern for others and commitment to volunteering her time to those less fortunate was a philosophy and a way of life. She taught her daughters, Amy and Allison, to embrace that way of life as their own. Diane and her daughters tragically died when their plane crashed in 2005. In their memory, friends and family created the JubiLee Scholarship Fund at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to perpetuate their legacy. The fund benefits public school children as they pursue an education.

Eligibility

  • Must be attending a TN public school in one of the following counties: Cheatham, Davidson, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, or Wilson.
  • Rank in the top 20 percent of your high school graduating class
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Family Income must not exceed $46,000

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Maude Keisling/Cumberland County Extension Homemakers Scholarship
Established 2000

This scholarship was established in memory of Maude E. Keisling, former University of Tennessee Extension Agent in Cumberland County, and in honor of all the Extension Homemaker members who worked so diligently for many years to make this possible. Following Mrs. Keisling's death in 1967, club members established a scholarship in her memory to assist students majoring in Home Economics meet expenses and make it possible for them to complete their college education. The purpose of this Fund is to assist students pursuing a degree in a field of study that will prepare them to work directly with families and/or children.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be a resident of Cumberland County, Tennessee for a period of four years or more. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior, a GED graduate, or a current college undergraduate with a GPA of 2.5 or better. Extra consideration will be given to adults out of school for five years or more seeking higher education. Applicants must pursue a degree in a field of study such as but not limited to Human Ecology, Family & Consumer Science, Education, and Social Services. Applicants must attend school as a full-time or a part-time student with 6 or more semester hours and must attend an accredited college, university, or community college.

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Knox Hume Scholarship Fund
Established 2007

This Fund was created through the estate of Sarah Foard Hume Lewis, a Middle Tennessean with an interest in helping students pursuing a post-secondary education. Now 70 years after her death, her legacy continues through the creation of this Scholarship Fund for graduate of Hume-Fogg High School.

In her Will, Sarah thoughtfully outlined the hope for these awards. She stipulated that recipients receive funding for four years, as long as they remain in good academic standing. Recipients must be of “good moral character,” with high academic interest, aptitude and achievement. While the selection process includes a component of financial need, it is clear that Sarah intended this to be based on academic merit. Students may attend the college of their choice.

Eligibility
Those eligible to apply are graduates of Hume-Fogg High School who exhibit academic merit and financial need.

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Senator Carl O. Koella, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Established 1999

From Maryville,Tennessee, Senator Carl O. Koella served 25 years in the State Senate. In 1999, upon his death at age 64, the Senator Carl O. Koella, Jr. Memorial Scholarship was set up to honor him. Senator Koella was an advocate of bright young people becoming involved in the political process. This scholarship was established to honor his memory and to help students realize their goals for public, government, and political service.

Eligibility - Those eligible are Legislative Interns, either public or private, currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a four-year college the year of the application. Extra consideration will be given to extra-curricular activities in the areas of government and politics and also to residents of Blount and Sevier Counties of Tennessee.

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Michael B. Kruse Scholarship
Established 2003

Friends and colleagues at Kruse and Associates joined together to create a scholarship to honor the company founder, Mike Kruse, and to show how much they respect and admire him for his personal and professional accomplishments. Kruse and Associates is one of the fastest growing regional public accounting and consulting firms in the Southeast, and for the tenth anniversary of the company, in 2003, staff members raised the money for this scholarship, which was presented to a very proud Mike at a company meeting.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants are rising juniors, seniors and graduate students majoring in accounting with a goal to becoming a Certified Public Accountant. Applicants must be residents of Tennessee and attend an accredited college/university in the State of Tennessee and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2 or better. Extra consideration will be given to married students.

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The Heloise Werthan Kuhn Scholarship
Established 2000

As a mother, grandmother, and community volunteer in Nashville, Heloise Werthan Kuhn is an ardent supporter of the Crittenton mission of preventing first and repeat teen pregnancies. Mrs. Kuhn believes that education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty that often accompanies teen pregnancy. Mrs. Kuhn established this scholarship to help teen parents develop self-esteem through education or technical training in order to qualify for better jobs. In the words of one recipient, this scholarship gives teen parents "a second chance" to be successful citizens, parents, and members of our community.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants are pregnant or parenting teens, living in the State of Tennessee, who are enrolled in or planning to enroll in post-secondary education at an accredited college, university, junior college, technical school, or job-training program as a way to increase their job skills and become more employable.

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Diane G. Lowe and John Gomez, IV Scholarship
Established 2006

Established to honor Diane G. Lowe and in memory of John Gomez, IV, this fund benefits intellectually gifted students with financial need in grades 6 through 12 who reside in Rutherford, Cannon, DeKalb, or Wilson counties. The fund provides financial assistance for such students, who would otherwise be unable, to take qualifying entrance exams to institutions of higher learning, such as the SAT and ACT exams, and to attend academic programs that offer special challenges or accelerated content. Both Diane and John were intellectually and spiritually curious children with a natural inclination to discover new ideas and knowledge; Diane was drawn to the arts and literature, while John was mechanically gifted and excelled in engineering activities. Both students were educated in the public schools and at various universities in Middle Tennessee, by their mother, a retired school psychologist and advocate for intellectually gifted children for more than 30 years.

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Dr. Mac Scholarship
Established 2004

Dr. James W. McPherson, Jr., "Dr. Mac," believed in hard work and education. He had the innate ability to make his patients, and anyone who knew him, smile through his generosity and his contagious love for life. Throughout his life, Dr. Mac made many sacrifices in order to educate his three children. He wanted his children to focus on learning and not stress upon financial needs. In addition to assisting his children, he loved to assist young aspiring dental students. The Dr. Mac Scholarship will allow a dental student to meet his or her educational goals without having to worry about the financial barriers of an education. Dr. Mac’s children hope that the dental student receiving this award will find the same love of dentistry and the ability to make others smile as their father did.

Eligibility - Eligible students must be enrolled at the University of Tennessee at Memphis School of Dentistry entering into his or her third year of school with a minimum of 2.7 GPA. Financial need and civic participation will also be considered in candidate evaluation.

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Edna Martin Scholarship
Established 2004

Edna Martin was a dedicated English teacher for forty-five years in Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools. She loved teaching and had a passion for English literature and poetry. Ms. Martin touched the lives of so many students during her years of teaching. She was an avid traveler and a member of the Nashville Woman’s Club, the Retired Teachers’ Association and many other education-related organizations. She wanted to make scholarships available that would assist young people who plan to follow her career choice of teaching. This scholarship will benefit those academically deserving and financially needy students of Davidson County.

Eligibility - Graduating high school seniors or individuals previously graduated from the Davidson County-Metropolitan Nashville Public School System who have a desire to pursue a career in teaching in elementary, middle, or high school.

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Katie Rose Martin Scholarship Fund
Established 2010

This Scholarship Fund was established to honor the giving nature and loving heart of Katie Rose, a lifelong resident of Rutherford County, who attended Middle Tennessee Christian School, Riverdale High School and MTSU. A competitive cheerleader, loving daughter, adorable little sister, and friend to everyone, Katie had an insatiable work ethic and determination that made all things seem possible. Her dream to become a professional hair stylist and eventually own her own salons was cut short after a tragic automobile accident two weeks into her cosmetology training. This scholarship will support young women seeking to start a career by attending a professional, accredited cosmetology school.

Eligibility - Students applying for the scholarship should be high school graduates or second career adults attending a professional, accredited Tennessee cosmetology school recognized by the US Department of Education.

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Juliann and Joseph Maxwell Scholarship
Established 2006

Joe Maxwell worked with Tractor Supply Company for 26 years. He came to appreciate his colleagues as individuals and as an extraordinary team. He also realized that, for many, the price of educating their children, post high school, was a daunting challenge. Now that Joe has retired, he and his wife, Juliann, have been searching for a way to help. This scholarship embodies their charitable dreams, the dreams of Tractor Supply’s employees AND the dreams of their children, eager to attend college.

Eligibility - Those eligible for this scholarship are high school seniors, college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who are dependent children, including adopted and stepchildren, of full-time and part-time employees of Tractor Supply Company. Employees must have a minimum of one year of service with Tractor Supply Company by January 1 of the year in which the application is received.

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The Juliann King Maxwell Scholarship Fund for Riverview High School
Established 2006

White County, Arkansas students have a chance to further their education and create better lives for themselves, thanks to Juliann King Maxwell of Nashville, Tennessee. Though she has not lived in Arkansas for many years, Mrs. Maxwell created the scholarship in honor of her parents, whose families moved to White County as early as 1803. The scholarship benefits students who might not otherwise get to attend college.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be graduating seniors from Riverview High School in Searcy, Arkansas or prior recipients of this scholarship whose teachers recognize effort, a desire to learn and determination. This scholarship is available to students who want to pursue vocational training as well as those pursuing a college degree.

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John E. Mayfield ABLE Scholarship

Participants in the Athletes Build Life Experiences (ABLE) program play sports at the highest levels for their age group, but unlike many other children they do it from the seat of a wheelchair. Through sports and recreational activities the children in ABLE build strength, confidence, and social skills and, through the process, learn that no barrier should prevent them from achieving their goals, especially educational goals. John Mayfield created this scholarship to encourage, not only participants in ABLE but, individuals with disabilities to pursue their dream of post-secondary education whereby giving them the tools needed to become productive and independent citizens in our communities.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be graduating seniors and be participants of the ABLE program. Applicants must attend an accredited college, university, junior college, technical school or job training program. Individuals who have previously received scholarship assistance from this scholarship are eligible to re-apply.

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John E. Mayfield Scholarships
Established 2000

John Mayfield did not always take advantages of the positive opportunities available to him. To help others from making the same mistakes, John set up three scholarships to provide educational opportunities for fellow Cheatham Countians. John will add to this scholarship through his estate planning. He hopes that others will contribute as well to this fund for the benefit of young Cheatham County scholars.

John E. Mayfield Scholarship for Cheatham County Central High School
Eligibility
- Eligible applicants must be alumni and/or graduating seniors of Cheatham County Central High School in Cheatham County, Tennessee. Applicants must be residents of Cheatham County and have a grade point average of 2.0 or better.

John E. Mayfield Scholarship for Harpeth High School
Eligibility
- Eligible applicants must be alumni and/or graduating seniors of Harpeth High School in Cheatham County, Tennessee. Applicants must be residents of Cheatham County and have a grade point average of 2.0 or better.

John E. Mayfield Scholarship for Pleasant View Christian School
Eligibility
- Eligible applicants must be alumni and/or graduating seniors of Pleasant View Christian School in Cheatham County, Tennessee. Applicants must be residents of Cheatham County and have a grade point average of 2.0 or better.

John E. Mayfield Scholarship for Sycamore High School
Eligibility
- Eligible applicants must be alumni and/or graduating seniors of Sycamore High School in Cheatham County, Tennessee. Applicants must be residents of Cheatham County and have a grade point average of 2.0 or better.

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The Eunice Lou Gower McHugh Scholarship Fund
Established 2008

Growing up on a farm in Robertson County, Tennessee, Eunice Lou Gower McHugh lived in a community of hard-working people. Among those were her mother and father, Elsie Dame Murphey and Joseph Franklin Gower, who were constantly serving the community, offering help to those who needed it. When it came time to sell the family farm it made sense to Lou to use the proceeds to establish a scholarship to help other people, in her parents' memory. Lou donated the land to The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to sell and create the scholarship Fund. In her parents' memory, Lou is helping young people by giving them an opportunity they might not have gotten to pursue an education.

Eligibility - Those eligible for this scholarship are students graduating from Robertson County, Tennessee high schools that are working or know they will need to work to pay for college.  Students must be preparing for a career serving others, including but not limited to teaching, nursing, law enforcement, ministry, etc., and if already enrolled in college, must be maintaining a C average or better.

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William Thomas (Bill) McHugh and Lou Gower McHugh Scholarship Fund
Established 2008

Bill McHugh was a "lawyer's lawyer". He practiced his noble profession with skill and integrity for more than 55 years. After serving in the U. S. Air Force during World War II he returned to Nashville and enrolled at Cumberland School of Law, then located at Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee, a school he revered throughout his many years of practice. "Bill loved the law and his many friends and clients loved him deeply. I want his record of service to our system of justice to endure, as will his memory as a "lawyer's lawyer". What better way to honor the memory of this modest but accomplished attorney than to help others who seek to serve our legal system," said his devoted wife of 57 years, Lou Gower McHugh.

Eligibility - The William and Lou Gower McHugh Scholarship is for "Students from Middle Tennessee who are working their way through law school or who plan to enroll in law school at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University in Homewood, Alabama, and know that they need to work. Eligible students must be preparing for a career in the legal profession and, if already enrolled in law school, must be maintaining a C average or better.

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Walter (Walt) Montgomery Scholarship Fund Description
Established 2009

Walter Reese (Walt) Montgomery was born in Carroll County (McKenzie) Tennessee on August 24, 1924 and grew up on a cotton farm where his father was a sharecropper. As a child, Walt's love of flying was born the day he saw a bi-plane land in a field near where he was plowing, and the pilot offered him a ride. He later went into the Army Air Corp and became a pilot flying B-17 Flying Fortresses over Europe. He returned home after World War II and became the first member of his family to graduate from college. This scholarship was created by his sons in Walt’s memory to help West Tennessee youth attend college and pursue a career in aviation.

Eligibility - Applicants should be interested in pursuing a career in a field related to aviation and preference will be given particularly to students from Carroll County, Tennessee and its surrounding counties of Benton, Henry, Weakley, Gibson, and Henderson in Tennessee.

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Carolyn Morrison Scholarship Fund
Established 2009

Carolyn Morrison was a highly regarded math and economics teacher at Upperman High School, served as a member of the Tennessee Higher Education Commission and successfully began and ran a business with State Farm Insurance. One friend characterized her by saying, “She lived to make a difference, was faithful to her commitments, and intensely thoughtful about the actions required.” At her passing, another said, “This County has lost a great citizen. She loved Cookeville and she loved life.” A third noted, “If Carolyn is for you, who can be against you.” At her death, on June 22, 2009, Carolyn’s family created this fund in her memory.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply should be children from rural high schools with a preference given to students from the Highlands of Tennessee (Overton, Putnam and White counties). Eligible applicants should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher at the time of the application OR a score of 21 on the ACT. Students should be planning to attend public technical centers, community colleges or public/private four-year institutions in Tennessee.

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Archie Hartwell Nash Memorial Scholarship
Established 1997

Archie Hartwell Nash always knew he would rise above the poverty in which he was raised -- no matter what it took. By sheer determination and tenacity, Archie worked his way through college and later became the owner of Overton Produce Co. and several peripherally related companies. His wife, Carolyn, established this scholarship in Archie's memory to benefit students who embody his work ethic and commitment to education.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be Middle Tennessee State University sophomores or above (including graduate students) who are working a minimum of 20 hours a week and maintaining a 2.0 average or better. Applications are available to students of Middle Tennessee State University who are working their way through school.

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Jerry Newson Scholarship
Established 1997

Jerry Newson, Jr. was blessed with a helping and giving spirit. He believed in the possibilities education could and did offer as it opened different avenues of opportunity for the mind and body. This scholarship in his memory will keep that belief alive. This Fund is designed to help Davidson County residents realize their dreams of attending a four-year accredited college or university. It is hoped that the applicants will major in the social sciences or areas where they will be giving back to the community from which they came. Such service would be a fitting testimonial to Jerry Newson who lost his life in the line of duty as a Deputy of the Davidson County Sheriff's Department.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must currently reside in Davidson County, Tennessee. High school graduates and adults who have been "out in the world" are encouraged to apply. You must have a high school diploma or a GED. Those applying must attend a four-year accredited institution of higher education, which may be out-of-state. It is hoped that the applicants will pursue a degree in the social sciences or areas where they will be helping and giving back to their community.

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Eloise Pitts O'More Scholarship
Established 2001

The vision of O'More College of Design was born in Paris, France, in 1935, while Eloise Pitts O'More was attending the summer semester at Le College Feminin. She had a dream to recreate in America the ambiance of the French design school, which eventually became reality upon the establishment of the College in 1970. This scholarship was created under the guidance of Elva Bertram 2000-2001 student chapter president of ASID, and Gary Alexander, 2000-2001 student chapter president of IIDA, to honor Mrs. O'More and to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the founding of the College. This scholarship will be awarded each year to a rising junior or senior interior design student at O'More College of Design.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants must be an interior design student who is currently pursuing a degree in interior design at O'More College of Design. The student must be classified as a junior or higher and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher at the time of application. Scholarships will be weighted for students with a Bachelor's degree or higher. Applicants must be actively participating members of either the American Society of Interior Design (ASID) and/or International Interior Design Association's (IIDA) student chapters.

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Buster Pool Memorial Scholarship
Established 2002

This scholarship was established to perpetuate the memory of Buster Pool by providing assistance to deserving individuals in their educational endeavors. Buster was a native of Meridian, Mississippi, a graduate of Meridian High School and Tulane University for which he was awarded a full four-year scholarship. At the time of his death, he was Senior Surety Underwriter with Frontier Insurance Company in Nashville. Prior to that, Buster was with F. W. Williams Agency/USF&G in Meridian for 26 years. Buster was a life long and avid golfer. He took pride in the seven hole-in-one trophies he acquired throughout his life. Buster loved life, triumphed in adversity, possessed an infectious sense of humor and was endeared to his family and friends. A close friend once said of him "Buster is the type of friend, that if you walk into a room and are faced with a choice of five individuals to speak with, you go to him, because you know you will come away laughing". There is a saying that . . . when you're gone, people may not remember what you did or what you said, but they will remember how you made them feel. This reflects Buster Pool. As a lasting legacy to Buster's memory, his widow, Babs Weaver Pool, along with many friends and family have created this scholarship.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants are graduating seniors of Meridian High School in Meridian, Mississippi and/or previous recipients of this scholarship who have chosen to reapply. Eligible applicants should have a GPA of 2.5 or higher at the time of application. In deciding between two applicants of equal merit, preference will be given to members of the Meridian High School Golf Team and/or golfers in deference to Buster Pool's passion for the game of golf.

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Barbara Hagan Richards Scholarship
Established 2001

Barbara Hagan Richards grew up in Pulaski where her father had the drugstore on the square. After studying library science at Peabody, she raised her family in Nashville but always maintained her connections to Giles County, Tennessee. She and her family established this scholarship to encourage young people to pursue an education just as she encouraged her own children.

Eligibility - Applicants must be graduating seniors, undergraduates, and or graduate students currently enrolled in college/university and alumni of any high school located in Giles County, Tennessee.  Applicants must have a grade point avaerage of at least 3.0.

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James Edwards "Bill" Richards Scholarship
Established 2001

James Edward "Bill" Richards graduated from East High School and Vanderbilt University. He went on to expand successfully his family business and receive honors from the Nashville business community. Throughout his career, East Nashville continued to be associated in his mind with family and the carefree years of his youth. He and his family established this scholarship as a way of sharing his success with the community, which nurtured him.

Eligibility - Applicants must be high school seniors, undergraduate or graduate students who have graduated from East High School in Nashville, Tennessee.  Applicants must have a grade point average of at least 3.0.

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Wilbur C. Sensing, Jr. Scholarship
Established 1996

Seeking an even greater positive impact on the lives of his employees and their families, Wilbur Sensing has created this scholarship fund. Recipients must attend an accredited university, college, or junior college. The level of entry into one of the accredited schools does not matter.

Eligibility - Children of all Enco Materials, Inc. employees - except the officers - are eligible to apply. Criteria for selection, in addition to academic aptitude, are extracurricular, civic, and church participation as well as financial need.

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Ken Shipp Scholarship Fund
Established 2009

Coach Ken Shipp was born and raised in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He had a distinguished coaching career including stints at several colleges both as a head coach and as an offensive coordinator before he moved to the National Football League. During his time in the NFL, Coach Shipp was offensive coordinator with the Houston Oilers, New Orleans Saints, Detroit Lions, and the New York Jets. During his tenure with the New York Jets, he was appointed the head coach during the storied Joe Namath years.

Coach Shipp credits his success to his Rutherford County roots and the fine education he received at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). He has always been interested in furthering the education of potential high school graduates and in continuing his support of MTSU. For this reason, he established this Scholarship.

Eligibility - Those students eligible to apply should be graduating seniors from Rutherford County, Tennessee public high schools who plan to attend Middle Tennessee State University and have a minimum grade point average of 2.75 and/or meet the eligibility criteria for the Tennessee Lottery if applicable, be of good moral character and have financial need. PLEASE NOTE: For 2010, only graduating seniors from Rutherford County high schools are eligible to apply.

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Meyer and Dorothy Silverman Scholarship Fund
Established 2007

Mike and Dottie Silverman were founding citizens of the Oak Ridge community, helping settle the city in the early years of World War II. The Silvermans were very active in all aspects of life in Oak Ridge and were part of the original founders of the Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra. Dottie played the viola and Mike the violin, both accomplished musicians. Avid supporters of live music in the community, the Silverman's dedication and sincere love of music and the arts was a central part of their lives. Mike and Dottie enriched the cultural fabric of the Oak Ridge community for all of the 64 years they lived there, and continue to do so with this Scholarship.

Hoping to touch as many lives as possible with small awards, the Fund provides scholarships benefiting string students in grades 7-12 in Oak Ridge Public Schools who are committed to developing their talent as string instrument players but who otherwise would be financially unable to take private string instruction. Eligible students are recommended by a strings instructor, and selection is based on both financial need and a commitment to music.

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Drue Smith/Society of Professional Journalists Scholarship
Established 2004

Drue Smith, a Chattanooga native, was the first woman to join the Middle Tennessee Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists and was the first woman to become its chapter president. Drue was considered the queen of Tennessee’s legislative press corps and was the first woman to cover Nashville’s Capitol Hill. Drue was the first honorary member of the Tennessee General Assembly and was named National Broadcaster of the Year by American Women in Radio and TV. She also was named Woman of the Year by the Business and Professional Women's Club, the Tennessee Press Women, the Pilot Club and the Altrusa Club. She was colorful in many ways from her clothes to her style. Asking her famous question “What’s the bottom line?” She reported for print, radio, television and United Press International in her 50-year career. This scholarship was established in memory of Drue upon her death in 2001 by the members and board of the Middle Tennessee Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists

Eligibility - Applicants must be college juniors, seniors or graduate students who have graduated from high school in Middle Tennessee and have chosen journalism or broadcast news as a career or mid-career working journalists who seek training to develop professionally or further their careers.

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The Richie Stevenson Scholarship
Established 2000

Richie Stevenson is grateful for the excellent education he received at Benton Hall. His parents, Jimmy and Donna Stevenson, created this scholarship in Richie's honor to acknowledge that appreciation by giving something back to the school and the fellow students that helped craft such a positive experience. The Richie Stevenson Scholarship will provide last dollar support to students.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply are graduates of Benton Hall School who wish to attend technical school, vocational school, community college, junior college or four-year college or university.

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Student Education Loan
Established 1997

Sometimes parents and children don't see eye-to-eye. And, sometimes, they need time and space to bridge a gap that has developed between them because the children are gay or lesbian. The Student Education Loan Fund (SELF) can buy students and parents a chance to work things out between them by providing emergency educational loans to young men or women whose parents have discontinued financial support for their education because they are gay or lesbian.

Eligibility - Young men or women whose parents have discontinued financial support for their education because they are gay or lesbian are eligible to apply. The loans are awarded to the recipient and a co-signing adult and come with the personal responsibility of prompt repayment within two years. The co-signer should agree to pay the interest on the loan and serve as a mentor for the student.

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Catie Summers Memorial Scholarship
Established 2008

Her smile lit up our lives and now lights up Heaven.

Catie Summers was a daughter, a sister, a friend, and a cancer warrior. She was born at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois on July 3, 1991 and grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee. Catie loved school, played softball, and was a black belt in karate. In April of 2004, at the age of 12, she was diagnosed with a rare type of osteosarcoma, a bone cancer. While undergoing cancer chemotherapy and multiple surgeries, she maintained straight A's in middle school and high school as well as being named twice to the Mid-State Band as a baritone player. The Clarksville High School HOPE Club raised money in her name through sales of 'Viva Catie' bracelets and donated the proceeds to the Lance Armstrong Foundation. Because of their efforts she was able to ride alongside fellow cancer survivor Lance Armstrong at the 2005 Ride for the Roses. A few months later, the cancer metastasized to her spine, eventually paralyzing her. She continued to battle this cancer while attending high school. Catie fought valiantly to the end, dying at home on December 16, 2007. She touched the lives of many people with her humor and courage. To honor her love of learning, her family established this scholarship for a graduating senior in the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System who has battled cancer during their lifetime. Viva Catie!

Eligibility - Eligible applicants are graduating seniors from Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Schools who have battled cancer during their lifetime. Recipients must have a 3.0 grade point average OR a mininum ACT score of 21. Verification of cancer diagnosis and/or treatment will be required.

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Technology Scholarship Fund
Established 2009

The Technology Scholarship Fund was established by the Board of the Nashville Technology Council, an organization devoted to helping the Middle Tennessee technology community succeed by leading in education, innovation, exposure and connections to the technology community. The Fund will endow permanently, one or more scholarships benefiting Nashville high school seniors, entering two or four-year degree programs in pursuit of an education in fields related to the creation, innovation, installation or maintenance of technology.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants are high school seniors from Nashville high schools who are entering two or four-year degree programs in fields related to the creation, innovation, installation or maintenance of technology.

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Tennessee Trucking Association Scholarship
Established 2003

Through the members of the Tennessee Trucking Association, the Tennessee Trucking Foundation (TTF) has made significant contributions to the community in an effort to increase public awareness of highway safety. Additionally the TTF has contributed hundreds of thousands of dollars to children’s charities in an effort to improve the lives of sick children and their families. The TTF believes that the children of Tennessee are the future of both this state and our nation. As an extension of their efforts, the TTF Board of Directors has created a scholarship for dependent children, spouses, or employees of organizations who are members in good standing of the Tennessee Trucking Association. It is their belief this natural extension will chart a course of success for the future of Tennessee while continuing to assist those in need.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants are Tennessee residents who are dependent children, spouses, or employees of organizations who are members in good standing of the Tennessee Trucking Association. Applicants must be entering their junior or senior years at accredited colleges or universities located in the State of Tennessee.

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Turner Family Scholarship
Established 2000

Dollar General Founder Cal Turner announced plans to establish the Turner Family Scholarship during Dollar General's 60th Anniversary celebration in October 1999. This scholarship offers financial assistance to Dollar General employees who have at least one year of service and seek personal development opportunities through education. Applications to GED and Adult Basic Education coursework, vocational or technical school, junior college, college or university will be given preference.

Eligibility - Applicants must be full-time or part-time employees of Dollar General with at least one year of service to the company. Eligible applicants may choose any area of study; coursework does not have to be related to the person's job. Employees may enroll in GED or Adult Basic Education courses, classes at a community college or vocational school or attend a four-year college or university. These choices will reflect the personal development goals of the applicants.

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Emmett H. Turner Scholarship
Established 2003

Emmett H. Turner ably served Davidson County as police chief from 1996 until 2003 and was a 34-year-veteran of the police force. Upon his retirement, friends and admirers wanted to do something meaningful to show him their appreciation for his hard work. A scholarship was created in Emmett’s name at The Community Foundation to benefit students who attend Tennessee State University’s Criminal Justice program. It is fitting that from now on, with the aid of the Emmett H. Turner Scholarship, TSU will be graduating students who will follow in Emmett’s footsteps of public service, making life safer for our citizens.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants are students enrolling in or currently enrolled at Tennessee State University in the Criminal Justice Program.

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Josh Turner Scholarship
Established 2008

In keeping with Josh’s journey to a successful career in the music industry in spite of having grown up without the benefit of a comprehensive arts program in his high school, this scholarship was established to support students from primarily rural areas wishing to enter the music business or undertake a career in the arts.

Eligibility - Those eligible to apply must be high school seniors from Hannah-Pamplico School in Pamplico, South Carolina. Students must be majoring in a career that will introduce them to various opportunities in the music business, including but not limited to performing, writing, publishing, managing, producing, etc. or some discipline of the arts, including but not limited to graphic design, video production, photography, painting, etc. Recipients will be chosen based upon their essays answering the question “How did you participate in music and the arts within your school and community?”

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Teddy Wilburn Scholarship
Established 2005

Thurman T. (Teddy) Wilburn passed away November 24, 2003 of congestive heart failure at the age of 71. Well known for his frequent appearances at the Grand Ole Opry, he began performing regularly on the Opry with his five brothers and sister at 9-years-old. After a long stint at The Grand Ole Opry, Teddy joined his Brother Doyle and the duo performed for almost 30 years. The Wilburn Brothers had more than 30 songs on the country charts and their hits include "Troubles Back in Town,"  "Roll Muddy River,"  "It’s Another World," and "Arkansas."  . Together the duo performed on the Arthur Godfrey Show as well as Dick Clark’s American Bandstand. They also had their own syndicated television show for more than twelve years - introducing such country greats as Loretta Lynn, the Osborne Brothers, Crystal Gayle and Patty Loveless to national audiences. The Wilburn Brothers career ended when Doyle died from cancer in 1982.

Teddy was not able to attend college because he went "on the road with his music" at an early age.  He chose to give much of his estate to The Foundation to help students attend Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University.

Eligibility
This scholarship is designed to benefit students at Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University.  To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must have at least a B grade average overall during the last two years of high school and have, for the majority of their career attended high school within the 40 counties of Middle Tennessee.

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The Woman's Club of Nashville Scholarship
Established 2001

The few friends and neighbors who met together on May 30, 1909, could never have dreamed the scope and influence, which would follow and spread, when on that day, they organized themselves into the East Nashville Civic Club now known as the Woman's Club of Nashville. They were to grow into 1,000 members; to have owned two beautiful clubhouse buildings; and to have become effective advocates of public good, especially in philanthropy, needs of children and women's rights. The Woman's Club of Nashville Scholarship was created to award one or more scholarships benefiting women residing in Davidson County, Tennessee.

Eligibility - Eligible applicants should be women residing in Davidson County, Tennessee. Students should be graduating high school seniors or high school graduates with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Recipients are eligible to reapply each and every year up to three consecutive years of post-secondary education. Reapplying applicants will be given every consideration for renewal of the scholarship, but such funding is not guaranteed.

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John W. Work III Memorial Foundation Scholarship

For 39 years, John W. Work, III, was an inspiring teacher at Fisk University, director of the famous Jubilee Singers, and an internationally known composer and arranger. Five years following his death, the Nashville Chapter of The Links, Inc. established the John W. Work, III Memorial Foundation. To perpetuate his memory, the Board of the John W. Work, III Memorial Foundation proposed to protect and promote his manuscripts and work; to sponsor research in black musicology; and to award scholarships to students in the areas of musicology, performance and composition.

Eligibility - The John W. Work, III Memorial Foundation Scholarship is intended to award one or more scholarships to undergraduate juniors, seniors, or graduate students, especially African American, pursuing a degree in music at an accredited university, college or institute. The applicants must have a B average and demonstrate potential for excellence in music.

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