W. Steve Smith Workforce Development Scholarship Due 6-1-25
Welton Steve Smith was born in Mullins, SC , raised in Little River, SC and from the start was a tradesmen. What started out as small jobs in a residential garage, grew to become what is known today as Smith's Heating and AC of Calabash, NC. Originally opened by Steve's father "Smitty" in the late 70's, was continued by Steve himself, and went on to support two families, children, grand children, and even great grandchildren.
Along the way Steve's passion, at the heart of it all, was community. He truly wanted everyone to succeed and cared deeply for his customers. When he passed in May of 2024 it was an obvious decision that money be allocated to continue his legacy through the support of the next generation. That is why the Smith Family, alongside Hope Harbor Home, proudly offers this $2000 scholarship to a Brunswick/Horry County High School Senior with plans to attend a trade school after graduation. Trades can include but are not limited to HVAC, welding, electrical, construction, plumbing, or masonry.
McLeod Health Volunteer Scholarship DUE 6-5-25
Award Amount: $ 5,000 to 1,000 per semester
Horry Electric has started a new scholarship initiative for future accountants. The Daniel B. Shelley, III Future Accountants Scholarship is for high school graduates looking to earn a two- or four-year degree in Accounting, Finance or Business. Applicants must be an active member of Horry Electric or dependent of an active member and must live in the home with the member. It’s a $1,500 one-time scholarship for a freshman entering a South Carolina College or Technical College. Applications are due by noon on Friday, June 6.
Here’s the link to the application: https://horryelectric.com/community-and-news/wire/#accountants
THE LANDRUM WASHINGTON LEGACY FUND, INC 2025 SCHOLARSHIP DUE 6-15-25
The Landrum Washington Legacy Fund, Inc. will award academic scholarships to 2025 high school graduates. Recipients will receive a $500.00 scholarship payable to an accredited post-secondary institution. Scholarship recipients must provide proof of acceptance at an accredited institution.
The Landrum Washington Legacy Fund, Inc.is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering students who may not always shine in traditional academics but possess extraordinary talent. This fund was founded in loving memory of Minister Landrum Washington, who tragically lost his life in a car accident at the age of 22. Minister Washington was a beacon of light, sharing his gift of music, his anointed voice, and his powerful sermons with everyone he encountered. His deep love for others and unwavering faith were evident in every aspect of his life. We are profoundly honored to carry forward his legacy, his dreams, and his boundless love for his fellow man, ensuring that his spirit lives on through the lives of the students we support.
The Samsung American Legion Scholarship (For Juniors ) online application process is now open. Worldwide electronics leader Samsung endowed a scholarship fund of $5 million to be administered by The American Legion in 1996. Meant to show appreciation for U.S. veterans who came to Korea's aid during its struggle against communist forces in the Korean War, the Samsung American Legion Scholarship Program established a series of scholarships derived from interest and other income from the principal amount. As of 2023 the Samsung American Legion Scholarship has awarded more than $7.2 million in college scholarships to 2,422 recipients since its inception in 1996. Scholarship applications are limited to students between their junior and senior years of high school who attend the current session of either an American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program and are a direct descendant - i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc. Stepchildren and legally adopted children are considered direct descendants of a wartime U.S. military veteran who served on active duty during at least one of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for American Legion membership.
Applicants who are direct descendants of Korean War Era Veterans will receive three bonus points.
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