Winston-Salem Foundation

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Winston-Salem Foundation

860 W Fifth St.
Winston-Salem, NC 27101-2506
Ph: (336)725-2382
Fax: (336)727-0581
E-mail: [email protected]
URL:http://www.wsfoundation.org

William H. Andrews/HAWS Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To assist graduating high school seniors and adults in their studies. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or adults wishing to continue in post-secondary education; must be residents living in a property owned or managed by HAWS. Criteria: Recipients are selected based on the committee's review of applications.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Applicants may download an application form at WSF website or send request to Scholarship coordinator. Deadline: March 15. Contact: Michelle Greene, 336-399-3579.

Chester Arzell and Helen Miller Montgomery Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To graduating high school seniors from Stokes County public high schools. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must have a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of 2.0; participate in community service; demonstrate good character; participate in extracurricular activities; demonstrate financial need. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,000. To Apply: Scholarship applications are available online or in the guidance offices of the three Stokes county high schools. Deadline: April 1. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

F.A. and Charlotte Blount Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To assist graduating high school students of For-syth County. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be graduating Forsyth County high school students who will pursue a baccalaureate degree at an accredited college or university. Criteria: Preference will be given to minority students.

Funds Avail.: $750. To Apply: Applicants must submit a completed application form; grade transcript through first semester of the 12th grade; and one recommendation. Deadline: March 31. Contact: Winston-Salem Foundation at the above address (see entry 7418).

Sam L. Booke, Sr. Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To encourage students to pursue careers in the Mathematics field. Focus: Mathematics and mathematical sciences. Qualif.: Applicants must be graduating seniors from public high schools in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School; must demonstrate interest in Mathematics. Criteria: Recipients are selected based on: evidence of excellence in Mathematics through both course selection and grades; intent to pursue a career in Mathematics; potential to achieve career goal; and academic excellence.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Applicants must complete online application form. Applicants must also submit one teacher recommendation from math teacher; and official high school grade transcript (through at least first semester of the 12th grade and including SAT scores and class rank). Deadline: March 31. Contact: Winston-Salem Foundation at the above address (see entry 7418).

Tien Bui Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To assist graduating high school seniors who have attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools’ Career Center. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must: demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPAof 3.5; must have strong SAT scores and challenging academic course selection as a graduating high school senior; must demonstrate financial need (award not restricted to lowest family income); have attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools’ Career Center during their high school and successfully completed either advanced placement in Math or Science. Criteria: Recipients are selected based on the committee's review of application materials.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Scholarship applications are available online. Applicants must complete the Tien Bui Memorial Scholarship application; must submit grade transcript through 1st semester of 12th grade; and submit letter of acceptance from NCSU that specifies enrollment in the College of Engineering. Deadline: March 31. Contact: Foundation's Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Wes Burton Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To assist graduating high school seniors of Mt. Tabor High School. Focus: Mathematics and mathematical science; Computer and information sciences; Business administration; Engineering. Qualif.: Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5; must demonstrate community and school service; must have an intent to pursue a career in Mathematics, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Engineering; demonstrate financial need (award is not restricted to lowest family incomes). Criteria: Award is given based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Student must complete the application in its entirety and include supplemental items and information requested in the various sections of the application. The supplemental items include: an interview with the Foundation; a grade transcript; a resume or list of student activities; one letter of recommendation from a math teacher, business teacher, or computer science teacher. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Andrew Blake Clark Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide college scholarships to worthy graduating high school seniors at Mt. Tabor High School. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be gradauting seniors at Mt. Tabor High School. Criteria: Selection will be based on the academic promise, financial need, and school and/or community leadership.

Funds Avail.: $1,000. To Apply: Students interested in being considered for the scholarship award should submit the following to Stan Huck in the Mt. Tabor Guidance Office: transcript of high school courses through 1st semester 12th grade; high school resume; personal statement describing accomplishments and future plans. Deadline: April 4. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Elmer and Rosa Lee Collins Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide a college scholarship to a worthy graduating high school senior from a Forsyth County high school. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must demonstrate character and purpose as evidenced in school, community, church, and work activities; academic success by achieving a minimum, unweighted, cumulative GPA of 3.5 with strong course selection; financial need (however, the scholarship is not restricted to lower family incomes); and must be US citizens. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $2,500. To Apply: Eligible high school seniors may complete an application online. Applicants are responsible for submitting the completed application and all supplemental items to the Foundation. Supplemental items include: grade transcript through the 1st semester of the 12th grade; one recommendation from a teacher, guidance couselor, coach, principal, employer, clergy, or other community leader who has supervised, counseled or coached applicant in some capacity. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Lloyd E. and Rachel S. Collins Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award scholarships to worthy graduating high school seniors form North, South, and West Stokes High Schools who will attend an accredited two or four-year college or university. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement, participate in community service, demonstrate good character, participate in extracurricular activities, demonstrate financial need. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,000. To Apply: Applications for the scholarship are available in the guidance offices of the three Stokes County high schools. Deadline: April 1.

Remarks: Established in 1991. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

D.C. Cornelius Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award scholarship to a graduating high school senior from Forbush High School. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must demonstrate, character, leadership, compassion for all people and dedication to service of community and school. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.8. Demonstration of financial need is preferred. Applicants must be a US citizen. Criteria: Award is given based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,000. To Apply: Scholarship applications will be available in the guidance office at Forbush High School and also online. Students must complete the application in its entirety; include grade transcripts with the application at time of submittal; and include recommendations with the application. Deadline: April 15. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Serena D. Dalton Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide financial aid for needy students. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must have adjusted gross income within the table guidelines (table is based on up to 330% above the federal poverty level); be a resident of Forsyth County; must have achieved a current cumulative GPA of at least 2.0; must be enrolled a minimum of six credit hours/semester during the academic year in a program leading to a first time two or four year degree, certificate, or diploma from an accredited institution which participates in the federal student aid program; must be a US citizen. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: The following items are required to complete the application process: Submittal of completed application and signed signature page; Signed copy of parents’/guardians’/family's previous year's 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ income tax return (for dependent students); Signed copy of applicant's previous year's tax return; Official high school grade transcript through at least 1st semester of the 12th grade or year-end college grade transcript, whichever is the most recent (request from the school's Registrar and forward to the Foundation); Copy of the Student Aid Report if applicant has applied for federal aid; Copy of the financial aid award letter. Please submit the application on-line and follow with additional items as soon as you receive them. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Dean Prim Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide travel and college scholarships to high school juniors and seniors. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Qualified candidates must be: at least 16 years of age; a high school junior or high school senior; must demonstrate excellence in schoolwork as evidenced by course selection and grades (minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0); must participate in extracurricular school activities, community and/or church activities, and school or community athletics; must demonstrate good character and show interest in and concern for being an active member of society; must be committed to traveling and studying in China and have the full support of parent(s) to participate. The scholarship is available to students regardless of race, sex, national, origin, or religion. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $500. To Apply: The Prim scholarship application is on The Winston-Salem Foundation's web site. It is the student's responsibility to make sure that, along with submittal for the electronic application completed in its entirety, all supplemental materials are in the office of The Winston-Salem Foundation by the deadline. Supplemental materials include: a grade transcript, through 10th grade for juniors and 11th grade for seniors; two recommendations as described in the application; a recent photograph (include student's name on back of photo); Deadline: October 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Wade and Marcelene Duncan Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: to provide scholarships to worthy high school seniors graduating from either North Stokes or South Stokes High schools. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicant must be a graduating senior from either North Stokes or South Stokes High School who will attend an accredited four-year educational institution. Applicants must demonstrate leadership, participate in community service, participate in athletics and be generally well-rounded. Criteria: The applications will be reviewed by the Wade and Marcelene Duncan Scholarship Fund Committee at each high school. Upon determination of the scholarship recipient each year, the selection committee will notify The Winston-Salem Foundation of that individual's name, address, college of choice, social security number, and telephone number.

Funds Avail.: $250. To Apply: Applications and all required materials must be delivered to your high school guidance office. Students should contact the guidance office at North Stokes High School or South Stokes High School to request applications. Applications are also available online. Deadline: March 31. Contact: North Stokes High School, 336-593-8134; South Stokes High School, 336-994-2995.

Virginia Elizabeth and Alma Vane Taylor Student Nurse Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: Provides scholarships for N.C. residents pursuing two and four-year Nursing degrees at accredited N.C. colleges. Focus: Nursing. Qualif.: Applicants must: be accepted into an accredited North Carolina school of nursing program, as verified by an acceptance letter; have a family adjusted gross income that does not exceed $80,000; have a high school/college cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Preference will be given to those seeking first time associate or baccalaureate degrees; those with masters degrees in any area will be ineligible to apply. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,200. To Apply: The Winston-Salem Foundation's General Financial Aid Application will be used to apply for this scholarship. The General Financial Aid Application is available online or you may request an application to the Foundation's Student Aid Committee. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Forsyth County Nursing Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide educational need-based scholarships for Forsyth County residents seeking nursing degrees at accredited two year and four year colleges and who will, upon completing a degree, practice nursing in Forsyth County, N.C. Preference will be given to those seeking first-time associate or baccalaureate nursing degree. Focus: Nursing. Qualif.: Applicants must have a family adjusted gross income within the table guidelines (table is based on up to 330% above the federal poverty level); have achieved a current cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0; be a US citizen; be a child of a living or deceased Vietnam veteran; be a Forsyth County N.C. resident; and provide a letter of acceptance into a nursing program. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: The following items are required to complete the application process: Submittal of completed application and signed signature page; Signed copy of parents’/guardians’/family's previous year's 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ income tax return (for dependent students); Signed copy of applicant's previous year's tax return; Official high school grade transcript through at least 1st semester of the 12th grade or college grade transcript, whichever is the most recent (request from the school's Registrar and forward to the Foundation); Copy of the Student Aid Report if applicant has applied for federal aid; Copy of the financial aid award letter. Please submit the application on-line and follow with additional items as soon as you receive them. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Denise Franklin Journalism Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide a merit scholarship to high school senior planning to pursue a career in journalism. Focus: Journalism. Qualif.: Students must have a minimum, un weighted, grade point average of 3.0. Applicants should have a minimum of two years involvement in a journalism project or involvement in two different types of journalistic media. Students of color with a strong academic record and desire to pursue a career in journalism are encouraged to apply. Applicant must be a US citizen. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $500. To Apply: Applicants must complete and submit an application online at the Foundation's Web site. In addition to submittal of the application, applicants must also provide the following to be considered: Provide a letter of recommendation from a current journalism instructor; Submit up to three samples of journalism work such as published newspaper articles, audio or videotapes, a website or a photo essay (samples will not be returned); High school grade transcript through first semester, 12th grade. Deadline: March 31.

Remarks: Established in 2004. Contact: Edna Barker, 336-714-3445; Kay Dillon, 336-714-3446.

Gaddy Student Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To give priority consideration to those students who will attend Davidson College or Wake Forest University. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: This renewable scholarship seeks to identify those students: who are graduating high school seniors from R.J. Reynolds High School; who demonstrate academic promise; who are US citizens; who have participated as athletes or in support positions in high school athletics (broad consideration); who have financial need (broad consideration given - not restricted to lower family incomes). Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,000. To Apply: Students must provide the following: A completed application; grade transcript through 1st semester, 12th grade; one recommendation as described in the application guidelines. Schedule an interview, if so advised. Deadline: March 31.

Remarks: Established in 1997. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Garden Club Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County Council (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide financial support for educational opportunities to legal residents of North Carolina who will attend a two and/or four year college and have been accepted into the Horticulture Technology or Landscape Architecture curriculums at Forsyth Technical Community College or other accredited post-secondary schools in North Carolina. Focus: Horticulture; Landscape architecture and design. Qualif.: Applicants must demonstrate academic potential; financial need; full-time attendance (minimum of 12 credit hours/semester); pursuit of undergraduate associate or baccalaureate degree (first-time degrees preferred); must be US citizens. The scholarship is renewable for a second consecutive year if student maintains a cumulative college GPA of 2.0, continues full-time enrollment and continues in horticulture or landscape architecture; otherwise, scholarship is forfeited. Available to traditional and non-traditional age students. Criteria: Decisions are made by The Winston-Salem Foundation's Student Aid Committee. Individual will be selected on a first come, first served basis but must meet all qualifications. Number and size of scholarship(s) will depend on available income.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Application must be completed and submitted with all required materials to the Student Aid Department at The Winston-Salem Foundation. Supplemental materials listed on the last page of the application include previous year's federal tax return for student and parent, if student is a dependent; academic year-end grade transcript; Federal Student Aid Report; federal award notice and interview with student aid staff. Deadline: March 31. Contact: Edna Barker, 336-714-3445; Kay Dillon, 336-714-3446.

John L. Gilmer Educational Grants (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Funds Avail.: $1,000. To Apply: Eligible high school seniors may complete an application online. Applicants are responsible for submitting the completed application and all supplemental items, except the family federal tax return, to the Foundation by March 31. The family federal tax return must be submitted by April 15. Supplemental items include: Grade transcript through the 1st semester of the 12th grade; Family federal tax return from last year; An interview if so advised. Those recipients completing an undergraduate degree in three years will forfeit the fourth year's scholarship. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

John L. Gilmer Merit Based Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide scholarships to the graduating high school seniors from accredited public, private, or parochial schools, who will attend accredited higher education institutions seeking undergraduate degrees. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be Forsyth County residents; graduating high school seniors; must have achieved a minimum, unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.5. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria. Awards are renewable for three consecutive years as long as recipients maintain full-time enrollment and a cumulative minimum college GPA of 2.75, as ascertained by academic year-end grade transcript. An official grade transcript is required each summer. Any student failing to maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 at current academic year end may be considered again for renewal at the end of the next academic year, with overall consideration for renewal not exceeding the time frame of the scholarship.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Eligible high school seniors may complete an application online. Applicants are responsible for submitting the completed application and all supplemental items to the Foundation. Supplemental items include: Grade transcript through the 1st semester of the 12th grade; One recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, coach, principal, employer, clergy, or other community leader who has supervised, counseled or coached applicant in some capacity; An interview if so advised. Those recipients completing an undergraduate degree in three years will forfeit the fourth year's scholarship. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

L. Gordon, Jr. and June D. Pfefferkorn Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award worthy graduating high school seniors in Forsyth County. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must: attend an accredited four-year college or university in North Carolina; be a resident of Forsyth County; have achieved a current cumulative, unweighted GPA of at least 3.5; demonstrate significant promise in leadership, community service, and school service; be US citizens; demonstrate financial need, (award not restricted to lowest family incomes); be graduating high school seniors. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: The following items are required to complete the application process: submittal of completed application and signed signature page; signed copy of parents’/guardians’/family's previous year's 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ income tax return; signed copy of applicant's previous year's tax return; official high school grade transcript through at least 1st semester of the 12th grade; one recommendation from a teacher, guidance, coach, principal, employer, clergy, or other community leader who has supervised, counseled or coached applicant in some capacity. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Claude B. Hart Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award scholarship to worthy graduating high school seniors from Elkin High School who are US citizens. Focus: Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Engineering. Qualif.: Applicants must demonstrate significant promise in academics, leadership, community service and school service and intend to major in mathematics (accounting, computer science, business administration) and/or engineering (mechanical, civil, chemical, etc.) in college. Demonstration of financial need is preferred, but award is not restricted to lowest family incomes. Renewal of the award after the first year will require that the student be a full-time undergraduate student at an accredited four-year institution, maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5, and continue to major in mathematics or engineering. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Scholarship applications will be provided in the guidance office at Elkin High School. Student must complete the application, requested transcripts, and financial information before being considered by the Elkin High School Scholarship Committee. The Scholarship Committee will submit up to 5 candidates to The Winston-Salem Foundation for review by the Elkin Advisory Committee or its appointed subcommittee. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Oliver Joel and Ellen Pell Denny Healthcare Scholarship Fund (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide grants to the North Carolina residents pursuing education in the allied health fields. Focus: Health care services. Qualif.: Applicants must be seeking a two or four year degree or be enrolled in a program leading to a certificate or diploma; be attending an accredited North Carolina school pursuing healthcare education such as, but not limited, registered nursing, licensed practical nursing, nuclear medicine, radiography, and respiratory therapy; provide an acceptance letter for all programs; have a family

adjusted gross income that does not exceed $80,000; have a high school/college cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for all healthcare programs, including nursing. Students must be North Carolina residents and US citizens. Preference will be given to those living in Forsyth, Davidson, Davie, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin counties. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,200. To Apply: The Winston-Salem Foundation's General Financial Aid Application will be used to apply for this scholarship. The General Financial Aid Applications are available in high school guidance office and on the website. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Jimmy Johnson Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide financial support for a graduating high school senior from Forsyth County who will attend Forsyth Technical Community College. Focus: Construction. Qualif.: This fund seeks to identify those high school seniors who: demonstrate significant promise in academics and involvement in community service; have a minimum, unweighted high school GPA of 3.0; demonstrate financial need (preferred, but not restricted to lowest family incomes); are enrolled full-time at Forsyth Technical Community College in a construction or a house-build related program. Applicants must be US citizens; Forsyth County residents; graduating high school seniors. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Applications are available online. First time applicants must complete the application in its entirety and provide the following supplemental items as they are obtained by the applicant: parent/guardian's tax return from previous year; applicant's tax return from previous year; official high school grade transcript through the first semester of the 12th grade; resume; one recommendation; copy of Student Aid Report if applicant applied for federal aid; copy of Financial Aid Award Notice. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Stella B. Johnson Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide educational aid for college to qualified traditional and non-traditional age applicants from charitable funds established by generous supporters of the community. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must: have a family adjusted gross income within the table guidelines (table is based on up to 330% above the federal poverty level); be residents of Forsyth County; have achieved a current cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0; must be enrolled a minimum of six credit hours/semester during the academic year in a program leading to a first time two or four year degree, certificate, or diploma from an accredited institution which participates in the federal student aid program; must be US citizens. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: The following items are required to complete the application process: submittal of completed application and signed signature page; signed copy of parents’/guardians’/family's previous year's 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ income tax return (for dependent students); signed copy of applicant's previous year's tax return; official high school grade transcript through at least 1st semester of the 12th grade or year-end college grade transcript, whichever is the most recent (request from the school's Registrar and forward to the Foundation); copy of the Student Aid Report if applicant has applied for federal aid; copy of the financial aid award letter; interview if so advised. Please submit the application on-line Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Douglas Gray Kinel Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award freshman who will pursue a degree in music from one of the following institutions: North Carolina School of the Arts, Salem College, Wake Forest University, or Winston-Salem State University. Focus: Music. Qualif.: This scholarship seeks to identify those students who: will pursue a degree in music; demonstrate a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.5; have financial need (scholarship is not restricted to lowest family incomes); are residents of Forsyth County; are Moravian, preferably; are studying to enter a church-related vocation, preferably. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $500. To Apply: Scholarship applications will be available online. Students must: complete the scholarship application; provide grade transcript through the 1st semester of 12th grade; submit one recommendation as outlined on the application; attend an interview if so advised. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Johny Lineberry Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award a worthy Forbush High School senior who will go directly to an accredited vocational/technical school, community college, or college/university in pursuit of a certificate, diploma or baccalaureate degree. Focus: General science. Qualif.: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors from Forsbush High School in East Bend, N.C.; demonstrate a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of at least 2.5; demonstrate strong character and community involvement; intend to study the field of electronics, preferably. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $500. To Apply: Applications for the scholarship are available in the guidance office at Forbush High School and from The Winston-Salem Foundation's web site. Completed applications should be submitted to the guidance office. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

L.D. and Elsie Long Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide educational scholarships for residents of Forsyth County to attend Wake Forest University. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicant must have a family adjusted gross income within the table guidelines (table is based on up to 330% above the federal poverty level); be a resident of Forsyth County; have achieved a current cumulative GPA of at least 2.0; must be enrolled a minimum of six credits hours/semester during the academic year in a program leading to a graduate degree from Wake Forest University. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: The following items are required to complete the application process: submittal of completed application and signed signature page; signed copy of applicant's previous year's tax return; official high school grade transcript through at least 1st semester of the 12th grade or year-end college grade transcript, whichever is the most recent (request from the

school's Registrar and forward to the Foundation); copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) if applicant has applied for federal aid; copy of the financial award letter; interview if so advised. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Millennium Charter Academy College Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award worthy graduating high school senior who attended Millennium Charter Academy in Mount Airy, North Carolina in grades six through eight. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be graduating seniors pursuing a bachelor's degree at a college or university; have attended Millennium Charter Academy for at least three years; exemplify noteworthy academic success, strong moral character and a keen sense of community. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: The following items must be submitted to the Millennium Charter Academic Scholarship Committee: a grade transcript with class rank, as well as weighted and unweighted GPA; one educational reference and two non-family character references; records of leadership and extra-curricular school and community activities; a 100-300 word typed essay that describes applicant's personal and professional goals. Deadline: February 28. Contact: Kirby R. McCrary, Headmaster Millennium Charter Academy 500 Old Springs Road Mt. Airy, N.C. 27030.

N.W. Mitchell-Piedmont Federal Savings and Loans Endowed Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide merit-based scholarships for worthy students attending Forsyth Technical Community College. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: The renewable scholarship seeks to identify those students who: demonstrate academic success; are residents of Forsyth, Davie, Davidson, Stokes, Surry, Watauge, or Yadkin counties; are first semester students enrolled in a minimum of 12 course hours per semester; are US citizens or eligible noncitizens (as verified by the Student Aid Report); show interest and concern for being an active member of society. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,000. Number Awarded: 2. To Apply: Students should complete the application in its entirety and submit it by the deadline. In addition, the following supplemental items must also be submitted by the deadline: official year-end grade transcript; one recommendation; and student aid report. Deadline: July 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Orthopaedic Specialists Nursing Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide educational need-based scholarships for Forsyth County residents seeking nursing degrees at Forsyth Technical Community College or Winston-Salem State University. Focus: Nursing. Qualif.: Applicants must be pursuing a first-time associate degree or a bachelors degree in nursing. Must provide a copy of letter of admission to the nursing program at FTCC or WSSU (students ineligible until accepted into nursing program); demonstration of academic promise. Must have achieved 3.0 cumulative, unweighted GPA for graduating high school senior or 2.6 cumulative GPA as a college student; demonstrate financial need based on 300% of federal poverty guidelines. Scholarship recipients are expected to make themselves available for scholarship presentation events. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Scholarship application may be obtained online and submitted after January 1 each year for the next academic year. In addition to the application, the following items are required for first-time applicants: signed copy of parent/guardian federal income tax return (for dependent students); signed copy of applicant's federal income tax return; current official transcript of academic record (obtain from school Registrar); copy of Student Aid Report if student applied for federal aid; copy of financial aid notice from college if student applied for federal aid. Deadline: March 31. Contact: Edna Barker, 336-714-3445.

Alice Conger Patterson Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To help deserving adult women achieve their educational goals. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Scholarship seeks to identify those: who demonstrate financial need; who are female students, twenty-three years of age or older; who have earned a high school diploma or equivalent certificate (GED, home school completion, adult high school diploma); who are applying to or are currently enrolled in a four-year college or university in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina in pursuit of an undergraduate degree. Preference will be given to students at Salem College who demonstrate a strong purpose in pursuing a liberal arts degree. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Scholarship applications will be available online. Students must submit: completed application and signed signature page; copy of federal tax return for previous year; copy of the financial aid award letter for upcoming year; grade transcripts with class ranking in high school and transcripts for all college or university work to date; one recommendation. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

William H. and Lena M. Petree Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide college scholarships for worthy For-syth County residents. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be graduating high-school seniors; demonstrate academic promise during high-school; have a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.5 through 1st semester, 12th grade; demonstrate a willingness for self-help during high school; demonstrate leadership, school service, and community service during high school; demonstrate financial need for upcoming college expenses (award not restricted to lowest family incomes); be US citizens. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Application may be downloaded from the Foundation's web site. In addition to completing the application, students must: submit one recommendation; submit a grade transcript through first semester, 12th grade; be present for an interview. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Pfafftown Jaycees/Lynn Canada Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide scholarships for Forsyth County residents seeking nursing degrees at Forsyth Technical Community College. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be enrolled on a full-time basis in the pursuit of a first associate or a first baccalaureate degree; provide a copy of letter of admission into the nursing program at FTCC (ineligible until accepted into nursing program); maintain an unweighted high school or college cumulative GPA of 2.5; not exceed annual adjusted gross family income of $80,000; be US citizens. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Eligible applicants may obtain a scholarship application from The Winston-Salem Foundation's website. In addition to the completed/signed application, the applicants is responsible for providing the following required supplemental items: signed copy of parent/guardian's federal income tax return; signed copy of student's federal income tax return, if applicable; applicant's official high school (as of 1st semester, 12th grade) or official college grade transcript (as of academic year-end); copy of Student Aid Report and financial aid notice if student applied for federal aid. Deadline: March 31. Contact: Edna Barker, 336-714-3445.

John S. and Jacqueline P. Rider Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide an award to a graduating high school senior in Forsyth County N.C. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must: demonstrate financial need (not restricted to lower family incomes); be a resident of Forsyth County; have achieved a current cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5; must be enrolled full-time in a program leading to a two or four year degree, certificate, or diploma from an accredited institution which participates in the federal student aid program; be a graduating high school senior. Criteria: Selection will be based on merit and financial need though need is not restricted to lower incomes.

Funds Avail.: $500. To Apply: The following items are required to complete the application process: submittal of completed application and signed signature page; signed copy of parent's/guardians’/family's previous year's 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ income tax return; signed copy of applicant's previous year's tax return; official high school grade transcript through at least 1st semester of the 12th grade (request from the school's registrar and forward to the Foundation); one recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, coach, principal, employer, clergy, or other community leader who has supervised, counseled or coached applicant in some capacity. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Ray and Pearly Sams Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide financial assistance for college tuition, fees and room and board for worthy graduating high school seniors in Forsyth County. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: This fund seeks to identify the well-rounded graduating high-school senior who: has achieved excellence in school work as evidence by course selection and grades (minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent) through 1st semester of the 12th grade; has participated in school service clubs and/or other school activities; has participated in non-school community service activities; demonstrates good moral character; demonstrates evidence of financial need, although award is not restricted to lower incomes; is a United States citizen. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $2,500. To Apply: High school seniors may complete and submit the application online. The application and the following items must be received in the foundation's office by the deadline: official grade transcript through the 1st semester of the 12 grade; one recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, coach, principal, employer, clergy, or other community leader who has supervised, counseled or coached applicant in some capacity; an interview with the Foundation's Director of Student Aid, if so advised Deadline: May 1. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Bruce Shelton Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide an award to a graduating high school student from a Forsyth County school who displays the traits of athletic excellence, academic achievement, leadership, and social responsibility. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: The renewable scholarship seeks to identify students who exhibit the following qualities in equal measure: athletic excellence the student must have excelled in at least one varsity sport; social responsibility -the student must have participated in at least one extracurricular or community activity; academic success - the student must have a minimum, unweighted high school cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0, as of the 1st semester of the 12th grade and be ranked in the top 25% of the senior class; leadership - the student must possess qualities that exhibit a willingness to “go the extra mile”. Recipients receiving renewal awards must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and full time enrollment of at least 12 hours each semester at accredited four-year institutions. Official grade transcripts must be submitted each summer by July 1 for verification of acceptable academic pace and GPA. Recipients should request grade transcripts from the Registrar for themselves and forward to the Foundation. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,000. To Apply: Students should complete the application in its entirety and submit it by the deadline. In addition, the following supplemental items must be submitted: a grade transcript through the first semester of the 12th grade; one recommendation as described in the application. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Tom Shown Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award worthy students from the counties of Forsyth, Wikes, Surry, Yahkin, and Davie who plan to attend an accredited two or four year college or university, preferably in North Carolina. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must: demonstrate financial need (award not restricted to lower incomes); have a cumulative, minimum high school or college GPA of 2.7; must be employed a minimum of 20 hours, monthly (including college work study); be US citizens. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,000-$2,000. To Apply: The General Financial Aid Application should be completed for this scholarship and is available online. Applicants are responsible for submitting the completed application and all supplemental items. Supplemental items include: Parent/guardian's tax return (for dependent students); applicant's tax return; official high school grade transcript through at least the first semester of the 12th grade or year-end college grade transcript; a copy of your Student Aid Report and financial aid notice if student applied for federal aid; an interview at The Winston-Salem Foundation. Deadline: July 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Stultz Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide educational aid to qualified traditional and non-traditional age applicants from charitable funds established by generous supporters of the community. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicant must: have a family adjusted gross income within the table guidelines (table is based on up to 330% above the federal poverty level); be a resident of Forsyth County; have achieved a current cumulative grade point of at least 2.0; be enrolled a minimum of six credit hours/semester during the academic year, in a program leading to a first time two or four year degree, certificate, or diploma from an accredited institution which participates in the federal student aid program; be a US citizen. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: The following items are required to complete the application process: submittal of completed application and signed signature page; signed copy of parent's/guardians’/family's previous year's 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ income tax return; signed copy of applicant's previous year's tax return; official high school grade transcript through at least 1st semester of the 12th grade or year-end college grade transcript, whichever is the most recent, (request from the school's Registrar and forward to the Foundation); copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) and financial aid award letter if applicant has applied for federal aid; interview if so advised. Deadline: July 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Jeff Turner-Forsyth Audubon Society Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To support worthy graduating high school seniors from a Forsyth County High School and admitted to a four year accredited college or university. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must demonstrate character, leadership, and solid academic skills (minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0). Demonstration of financial need will be considered but is not required. US citizenship is required. Criteria: Selection will be based on committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $500. To Apply: Scholarship Applications will be available online. Student must: complete the Winston-Salem Foundation application in its entirety, including an attached listing of student activities as well as personal statement; provide grade transcript through 1st semester of 12th grade with the application, at time of submittal; include at least one letter of reference (3 maximum) which addresses the applicant's character as well as environmental interest/experiences. Deadline: April 30.

Remarks: Established in May of 2005. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Nell and Spencer Waggoner Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award merit-based scholarships to worthy graduating high school seniors in Forsyth County who intend to pursue baccalaureate degrees at accredited universities and colleges. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Preference is given to students who: demonstrate evidence of excellence through course selection and academic achievement with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (D's are undesirable in any coursework in grades 9-12); outstanding community and school leadership; demonstrate community service and/or school service and concern for being a contributing member of society (work experience recognized for those who have less community involvement due to work obligations). The scholarships are for four consecutive years, provided requirements for renewal are met. Renewing recipients must provide an official academic year-end grade transcript to the Foundation each year. Students must request grade transcripts for themselves from the college registrar and then forward the transcript to the Foundation. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: In addition to a completed application, the following items are required: a high school grade transcript through at least the first semester of the 12th grade; an interview if so advised; one recommendation. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Art and Dannie Weber Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide a consecutive four-year renewable award to a graduating high school senior form a Forsyth County high school who will pursue post-secondary education. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must: have demonstrated character and purpose as evidenced in school, community, church, and work activities; have financial need (however, the scholarship is not restricted to lower family incomes); demonstrate academic success by having achieved minimum, unweighted high school cumulative grade point average (GPA) between 2.5-3.5. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $750. To Apply: Students who are interested in applying for this scholarship should complete the application in its entirety and submit it by the deadline. In addition, the following supplemental items must be submitted: a grade transcript through the first semester of the 12th grade; family federal tax return for last year (deadline April 15); one recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, coach, principal, employer, clergy, or other community leader who has supervised, counseled or coached applicant in some capacity. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Edward Kent Welch Memorial Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide college scholarships to graduating high school seniors at Mt. Tabor High School who will attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Students must: have academic promise; evidence of strong moral character; have a genuine concern for others; have school and/or community leadership. The scholarship is available to students regardless of race, sex, national origin, religion, or handicap. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,500. To Apply: The Mt. Tabor Guidance Office will select the recipient of this award from its pool of students admitted by and planning to attend UNC-Chapel Hill. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Elizabeth T. Williams Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To award worthy graduating high school seniors who plan to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: This fund seeks to identify the well-rounded individual who: has achieved academic success (minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent through first semester, 12th grade with appropriate course selection); has participated in student service clubs and/or other school activities; has participated in non-school community

service activities; has participated directly in athletics or in support positions for athletics; may or may not have part-time work experience; demonstrates good moral character; shows evidence of financial need (not restricted to lowest incomes); and is a United States citizen. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Applications may be submitted by accessing the Foundation's web site. Applicants are responsible for submitting the application and getting the supplemental items to The Winston-Salem Foundation on or before the deadline. The application packet will contain the following components: the completed application; grade transcript; two recommendations; list of student activities. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Edwin H. and Louise N. Williamson Endowed Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide scholarships to a graduating high school senior who will pursue a bachelor's degree at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: This scholarship seeks to identify those students who: demonstrate a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.0; have a financial need, however, the scholarship is not restricted to lowest family incomes; will attend the University of North Carolina-Greensboro; are graduating from a Forsyth County high school. Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: $1,500. To Apply: Scholarship applications are available online. Students must: complete application in its entirety; provide grade transcript through the 1st semester of 12th grade; provide one recommendation, as described in the application; attend an interview, if so advised. Deadline: February 15. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Winston-Salem Foundation Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide scholarships to Forsyth County graduating seniors who will pursue post-secondary education at accredited institutions. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must have a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of 2.5 to 3.0; a challenging course selection; must demonstrate leadership, school service, and community involvement; must demonstrate financial need (award is not restricted to lower family incomes). Criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Scholarship application will be available online. Students must: complete the scholarship application in its entirely; provide grade transcript through the 1st semester of the 12th grade. Deadline: March 31. Contact: WSF Student Aid Department, 336-714-3445.

Blanche Raper Zimmerman Scholarships (Professional Development/Scholarship)

Purpose: To assist public or private teachers specializing in social science studies or history. Focus: History. Qualif.: Applicants must be history or social studies teachers of any grade, kindergarten through twelfth; must have a minimum of three years full-time teaching experience in Forsyth County. Criteria: Recipients are selected based on committee's review of application materials.

Funds Avail.: No specific amount. To Apply: Applicants should write a letter of application (no more than two pages single-spaced, typewritten) to Kay Dillon, describing the proposed participation in a conference, workshop or foreign travel, as specified in the purpose and requirements; should prepare an itemized statement of all costs associated with a conference, workshop, or travel, including costs of registration, transportation, housing, and meals; and should provide letter of recommendation from his or her principal which includes a verification of the number of years of teaching experience. Deadline: April 4. Contact: Kay Dillon, 336-714-3446; Edna Barker, 336-714-3445.

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