Serving Williamson, Rutherford, Sumner, Wilson or Giles Counties
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Kathy D. and Stephen J. Anderson Scholarship Fund Established 2005
Students must be graduates from a public high school in Williamson County after attending for a minimum of three years; be 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 be involved in at least one outside extra-curricular activity (which could include working part-time). This scholarship will be valued at up to $10,000 per student over four years. 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. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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.
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William and Clara Bryan Scholarship Fund Established 1994
Those eligible to apply are high school seniors, college freshmen, sophomores and juniors who are from Giles County, Tennessee, who have lived there for the majority of their pre-college schooling. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ William and Clara Bryan were both natives of Giles County who believed in the power 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 demonstrating academic merit and financial need.
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Apply NowAnn Buchanan Scholarship Fund Established 2012
Those eligible to apply are students currently graduating from public high school in Williamson County who are not in the top 10% of their class but who have overcome unique or extraordinary life challenge including but not limited to serious or life-threatening illness or injury. Students must be attending an accredited college, vocational or technical school for post-secondary education. Renewal will not be available. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Patricia Hart Society, the Women’s Initiative of United Way of Williamson County, chose to establish the Ann Buchanan Scholarship Fund because of her history in Williamson County and the community-at-large. Ann has been instrumental in addressing problems and solutions that improve the lives of Williamson Countians. Under her leadership at United Way, health and human services were made available in rural parts of the county, pre-K classrooms were expanded throughout the state and initiatives were put into place to more adequately address the needs of the working poor.
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Apply NowDennis Greeno & Joan Signorille Scholarship Fund Established 2015
The Dennis Greeno & Joan Signorille Scholarship Fund will provide one or more scholarships benefiting Davidson and Sumner County students who have academic merit (defined as a minimum 3.0 GPA) and financial need. These scholarships may be renewed for past recipients with a 3.0 GPA and good standing in their college or university. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dennis Greeno and Joan Signorille both benefited personally and professionally by having college educations. Dennis received his opportunity through the GI Bill, and Joan was fortunate to have parents able to fund her education, though she did have to work to help defray costs. They both want to make sure that students with academic potential are neither left behind due to a lack of finances nor burdened with crippling student loan debt.
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Apply NowJennifer Ingrum Scholarship Fund Established 2005
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. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ A born educator, Jennifer Ingrum graduated from Gallatin High School, received a B.A. from the University of Virginia, and earned Masters' degrees from Harvard and George Washingtion University. Called to teach at-risk youth in the inner city of Washington, D. C., sadly her life's work was cut short when she lost her battle with cancer. In her career as in her life, Jennifer gave of herself to help others. In her honor, the Jennifer Ingrum Scholarship Fund was created to continue her legacy of helping those less fortunate pursue a quality education.
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JubiLee Scholarship Fund Established 2005
To be eligible, applicants must meet these criteria: 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; have a GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale); have a family income not exceeding $60,000. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 two 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.
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Apply NowBrian Ralls Memorial Scholarship Established 2010
Those eligible to apply are graduating seniors from Brentwood Academy with a minimum weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher, and an ACT score of 24 or higher. Applicants must have earned a varsity letter in any sport during their Junior or Senior year. Anyone receiving a full collegiate athletic scholarship grant in aid will not be eligible. Other criteria considered should be a demonstrated love of school, team spirit over self-interest, good moral character, and a heart for others. Financial need will be a criterion but not the ultimate factor. The recipient must sign a pledge to not use any hand-held devices, including a cell phone, while driving. The Scholarship may be used at any accredited four-year college or university, starting the academic year immediately following high school graduation, and students may reapply for renewal for three additional years, provided the applicant maintains at least a 3.0 GPA each year. Renewals will not be automatic or guaranteed. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Brian Ralls Memorial Scholarship fund is intended to benefit graduates of Brentwood Academy who have demonstrated excellence in academics, as well as, athletic prowess and leadership. Brian Ralls graduated from Brentwood Academy in 2005, and matriculated at the University of Florida where he graduated with a B.A. degree in Economics in 2009. While at Brentwood Academy, Brian was a member of the National Honor Society, the Spanish National Honor Society, two state championship basketball teams, three state championship track and field teams and played in three straight state football championship games. In addition, Brian was the individual state champion in the discus throw in 2005. On October 28, 2009, Brian was tragically struck and killed by a driver who was distracted by using a cell phone. This scholarship was established by Brian's family and friends to honor his memory and his love for Brentwood Academy, which enabled him to learn who he was and to learn who HE is.
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Apply NowBarbara Hagan Richards Scholarship Fund Established 2001
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 average of at least 3.0. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 ties with 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.
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Apply NowKen Shipp Scholarship Fund Established 2009
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. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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.
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Bishop and Stephaine Walker Scholarship Established 2014
Bishop Joseph Walker and Dr. Stephaine Walker of Mt. Zion Baptist Church entrusted The Community Foundation when establishing Bishop and Stephaine Walker Scholarship. Their scholarship benefits African American students from Middle Tennessee (having lived here no less than one year), with a GPA of no less 2.5, and with a history of community service. Each year, no more than two of five scholarships can go to graduate students pursuing advanced degrees.
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Watertown High School Scholarship Fund Established 2013
The Watertown High School Scholarship Fund will provide scholarships in support of WHS graduating seniors who demonstrate academic achievement and extracurricular and community (volunteer) activities. The Fund was created by Watertown Community Volunteers by the sale of bricks to be displayed in the new high school building. Students should have a minimum GPA of 3.25 and a minimum score of 21 on the ACT, as well as extracurricular and community activities.