2015-2016 Scholarship Program

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Welcome!
The Mid-Shore Community Foundation is committed to helping local students pursue higher
education. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the Mid-Shore Community Foundation has
one of the largest scholarship programs in the region. Individual scholarships range in size from
$500 - $20,000 and are awarded to students with various backgrounds and educational goals.
Although many of the scholarships are for high school seniors, there are several for students
already enrolled in college as well as non-traditional students.
The Foundation serves the Mid-Shore Region and provides scholarships to students residing in
Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's and Talbot Counties. Students must plan to attend a 2
or 4-year college/university or vocational/technical program, as a full-time student (minimum of
12 credits per semester). Scholarships are awarded based upon financial need, academic
achievement and community service. Additionally, each donor determines the eligibility criteria
for his or her scholarship. Please read the specific requirements for each scholarship to
determine if you are eligible.
Additionally, all applicants are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA). To complete the FAFSA, visit www.fafsa.ed.gov or request a paper FAFSA by calling 1-
800-4-FED-AID. Whether you choose to submit your FAFSA online or by mail, it should be
received at the federal processing center no later than March 1.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE MID-SHORE COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION’S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM, CONTACT CONTACT
ROBBIN HILL AT RHILL@MSCF.ORG OR 410-820-8175 X 103.
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The Foundation offers two types of scholarships.
1. Pooled Scholarship Funds
The Foundation administers a Pooled Scholarship Program, which allows
students to apply to multiple scholarships by completing one online
application. The Foundation administers the application, selection and award
process of the pooled funds. To apply to these scholarships, visit
www.mscf.org and complete the online application. The application period
opens on December 1 and closes on February 1.
2. Donor Involved Scholarship Funds
Some donors manage their own scholarships. While the Foundation provides
oversight and administers the payment process for these scholarship funds,
the application and selection processes are managed by an external selection
committee. To apply to these scholarships, you will need to contact the
organization/individual that is listed. Application periods vary.
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Pooled Scholarships
To apply for these scholarships: visit www.mscf.org and complete the online application.
The application period opens on December 1 and closes on February 1. APPLY TODAY!
Mid-Shore Region
Artistic Insights Scholarship
$10,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years. Scholarship for a student graduating from a Mid-
Shore high school in spring 2016. Applicant must have a strong interest in and aptitude for
visual, literary, performing or experimental arts and be planning to pursue an arts degree at an
accredited 2- or 4-year institution. Applicant must submit two (2) signed letters of
recommendation from high school art teachers or art mentors, speaking to the applicant’s
creative talents and merits as a student. Scholarship may be renewed for up to 4 years, so long
as applicant continues to attend full-time, maintains a satisfactory GPA, and provides updated
recommendations.
Dr. Michael Judd Health Professions Scholarship
$500 scholarship for a Mid-Shore resident pursuing a career in health care.
Beverley A. Pattenden Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship for a Mid-Shore resident pursuing a career as a physician.
Austin and Martha Steele Scholarship
$20,000 paid over 4 years. Scholarship for Mid-Shore students graduating from high schools in
Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s and Talbot Counties. Five students, one from each
county, will be selected. Applicant must have a good academic record and must demonstrate
community service.
Caroline County
BAAM College Assistance Scholarship
Up to $4,000, paid in $500 installments over 8 semesters, for college books and supplies.
Scholarship for an African American male, graduating from North Caroline High School. Applicant
must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and plan to attend a 4-year institution.
Grover & Bernice Hastings Scholarship
$4,000 paid over 4 years. Scholarship for student from Colonel Richardson High School. Two
recommendations are required, one of which must be from a Guidance Counselor attesting to
applicant’s academic worthiness and good moral character.
Roberta B. Holt Scholarship
Up to $10,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years. Scholarship for graduates of Caroline
County public high schools. Applicant must demonstrate community engagement. Applicant’s
academic history will be considered. Scholarship may be renewed for up to 4 years, so long as
applicant attends college full-time and maintains a 2.5 GPA.
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Roberta B. Holt Trades Scholarship
Up to $5,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years. Scholarship for graduates of Caroline County
public high schools. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicant must have
taken the SAT/ACT, successfully completed dual enrollment course(s) or have taken the
Accuplacer. Applicant must have successfully completed his/her high school program in
Agricultural Technology, Culinary Arts, Automotive Technology, Industrial
Technology/Maintenance, Construction HVAC/Plumbing or Web Design/Information Technology.
Scholarship may be renewed for up to 4 years, so long as applicant attends full-time and
maintains a 2.5 GPA.
Constance Wolcott Memorial Scholarship
$500 scholarship for a student graduating from North Caroline High School, pursuing a degree in
Education. Priority consideration will be given to an applicant majoring in Education, with plans
to teach History.
Robert F. Walls Memorial Scholarship
$1,500 scholarship for a Caroline County student with a history of academic achievement.
Michaela D. Coulbourn Memorial Scholarship
$2,000 paid over 4 years. Scholarship for a student graduating from a Caroline County public
high school, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, pursuing a degree in Education. Priority consideration will
be given to an applicant majoring in Education, with an emphasis on Special Education.
Dorchester County
Dorchester Heritage Museum/Dale Price Memorial Scholarship
$500 scholarship for a student graduating from Cambridge-South Dorchester High School.
Applicant must have a strong interest, understanding and proficiency in History.
Dr. Jay Harper Memorial Scholarship
$4,000 paid over 4 years. Scholarship for student graduating from North Dorchester High School
with a minimum 2.75 GPA. This scholarship will be paid in $500 installments, for up to 8
semesters, so long as recipient maintains a 15+ credit load and a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Daniel H. and G. Ruth Wright Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship for a student graduating from a Dorchester County public high school, or for a
Dorchester County resident completing his/her community college degree and transferring to a
4-year institution.
George B. Todd Trades Scholarship
Up to $5,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years. Scholarship for graduates of Dorchester
County public high schools. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicant
must have taken the SAT/ACT, successfully completed dual enrollment course(s) or have taken
the Accuplacer. Applicant must have successfully completed his/her high school program in
Agricultural Technology, Culinary Arts, Automotive Technology, Industrial
Technology/Maintenance, Construction, HVAC/Plumbing or Web Design/Information
Technology. Scholarship may be renewed for up to 4 years, so long as applicant attends full-time
and maintains a 2.5 GPA.
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Kent County
Chestertown Wildlife Scholarship
$5,000 scholarship for a student graduating from a Kent or Queen Anne’s County high school.
Applicant must have an interest in respecting, preserving and enhancing the environment.
Applicant must demonstrate community engagement/volunteerism.
PFC Bryan “Nicholas” Spry Memorial Award
$500 award for a student graduating from Kent County High School with a minimum 2.0 GPA,
enlisting in military service or attending a United States Service Academy.
Queen Anne’s County
Carter and Marion Hickman Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship for a student graduating from Queen Anne’s County High School, with a
minimum 2.0 GPA. Applicant must demonstrate good character and community involvement.
Chestertown Wildlife Scholarship
$5,000 scholarship for a student graduating from a Kent or Queen Anne’s County high school.
Applicant must have an interest in respecting, preserving and enhancing the environment and
demonstrate community engagement/volunteerism.
Dr. Elizabeth P. Hagen – Centreville High School Alumni Association Memorial Scholarship
$5,000 paid over 4 years. Applicant must be a graduate of a high school in Queen Anne’s County.
Applicant must have and maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
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Talbot County
BAAM College Assistance Scholarship
Up to $4,000, paid in $500 installments over 8 semesters, for college books and supplies.
Scholarship for an African American male, graduating from Easton High School. Applicant must
have a minimum 2.5 GPA and plan to attend a 4-year institution.
William O. Bryan Memorial Scholarship
$6,000 paid over 2 years at Chesapeake College. Applicant must be graduating from Easton, St.
Michaels or Saints Peter and Paul high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and planning to attend
Chesapeake College.
Margaret Ferree Memorial Scholarship
$4,000 paid over 2 years. Scholarship for a student graduating from a Talbot County public high
school. Applicant’s scholastic ability and achievements will be considered, along with his/her
family and work obligations.
Gutshall Scholarship
$5,000 paid over 2 years at Chesapeake College. Scholarship for Talbot County high school
senior, matriculating to Chesapeake College, intending to major in a STEM program: science,
technology, engineering or math.
Sarah H. Willis Scholarship
$10,000 paid over 4 years at Washington College. Scholarship for Talbot County resident
planning to attend Washington College.
Marlin U. Zimmerman Scholarship
$10,000 paid over 4 years. Scholarship for student graduating from a Talbot County public high
school. Applicant must plan to pursue a degree in Education, Business or History from an
accredited 4-year institution.
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Donor Involved Scholarships
To apply to these scholarships, contact the organization/individual listed.
The application periods vary. APPLY TODAY!
ACE Mentor Program Scholarship
Partial scholarship for graduates of the ACE Program, who are pursuing majors in architecture,
engineering or construction management.
http://www.acementor.org/affiliates/maryland/eastern-shore/
Andrew M. Radcliffe Scholarship
Scholarship for students from Cambridge-South Dorchester High School. Applicants must have
financial need and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Preference will be given to students who exhibit
leadership skills and participate in extracurricular activities. Contact: Cambridge-South
Dorchester High School 410-228-9224
Centreville High School Alumni Association Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship for direct, or legally adopted, descendants of Centreville High School
graduates. Applicants must exhibit leadership potential, be in good academic standing and show
evidence of financial need. Contact: Queen Anne’s Co. High School 410-758-0500, Kent Island
High School 410-604-2070 or Centreville High School Alumni Association 410-758-0435
Dick Kleen Award
Scholarship for St. Michaels High School graduating senior with an interest in history,
government or politics. Applicant must demonstrate community service. Contact: St. Michaels
High School 410-745-2852
Dorothy Webb Black Memorial Scholarship
$500 scholarship for low income, minority students graduating from a Talbot County high school.
Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and must demonstrate community service. Contact:
Clairdean Black 410-822-1751
Dr. Harold and Marjorie Shirk Scholarship
Scholarship for mid-shore students attending Chesapeake College. Applicants must have
significant financial need and be employed while attending school. Preference will be given to
single parents. Contact: Chesapeake College 410-822-5400 x 252
Frederick Douglass Honor Society Scholarship
$500 scholarship for minority students graduating from a Talbot County high school. Applicants
must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. http://www.frederickdouglasshonorsociety.org/
Marci Bee Dayton Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship for students from Cambridge-South Dorchester High School, who are pursuing
a program in medicine. Contact: Cambridge-South Dorchester High School 410-228-9224
Nicholas E. Bramble “Ironman” Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship for students graduating from St. Michaels or Easton High School. Applicants must
have a minimum 2.5 GPA and have an interest in athletics. Contact: St. Michaels High School
410-745-2852 or Easton High School 410-822- 4180
Timothy Kern Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for students graduating from Cecil, Kent, Talbot or Queen Anne’s County High
Schools. Applicants must have participated in varsity athletics, have a minimum 2.0 GPA and
have a history of academic achievement. http://www.tkmemorialfund.com/scholarship
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Pauline and Shirley T. Smith Scholarship
Scholarship for students to attend Chesapeake College, Salisbury University or the University of
Maryland College Park. Applicants must be graduating, or have graduated, from a Talbot,
Caroline or Dorchester County Public High School. Applicants must have completed a minimum
of one semester of college work and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must show evidence
of financial need and must be willing/able to contribute towards the cost of his/her education.
This scholarship is renewable for up to 4 semesters at Chesapeake College, 8 semesters at
Salisbury University, or 8 semesters at the University of Maryland College Park. Contact: Robbin
Hill 410-820-8175 x 3
St. James School Scholarship
Scholarship for eastern shore students to attend St. James School. Applicants must have a
minimum 2.5 GPA and strong leadership skills. Applicants must demonstrate involvement in
extracurricular activities and community service. Contact: Robbin Hill 410-820-8175 x 3
Washington College Arts Scholarship
Scholarship for mid-shore students to attend Washington College. Applicants must have a record
of academic achievement and have an interest in the arts. Contact: Washington College Financial
Aid Office 410-778-7214
The Mid-Shore Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity connects private resources
with public needs in order to enhance the quality of life throughout the Mid-Shore Region -
Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's and Talbot Counties.
CONFIRMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH NATIONAL STANDARD FOR U.S. COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS.
THE BULLITT HOUSE · 102 E. DOVER STREET · EASTON, MD 21601
(T) 410.820.8175 · (F) 410.820.8729
WWW.MSCF.ORG
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