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Joye Law Firm Scholarship DEADLINE: May 1, 2026

Our firm will offer six $2,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in South Carolina who plan to attend a four-year institution of higher learning in the fall. Selection of the recipients is based on the creative entry, school activities, positions of leadership, special honors and awards, community involvement, academic performance, and professional pursuits.  • A current high school transcript • • A (bullet-point) list of any extracurricular activities or community involvement • Nominate a favorite teacher who has inspired your creativity for a teacher prize • A current photo (suitable for publication) • • As a graduating senior, what advice would you give to your younger self (and other incoming freshmen) about navigating peer pressure and avoiding risk-taking behavior like drunk driving and texting while driving? • Drunk driving accidents claim over 10,000 lives each year. Show or explain how drunk driving impacts your state, community and/or you, personally. • • Nominate a favorite teacher who has inspired your creativity for a teacher prize • • A current photo (suitable for publication) https://www.joyelawfirm.com/joye-scholarship-program/ 

St. John The Baptist Greek Orthodox Church A.H.E.P.A Scholarship DUE May 1

Since its establishment, AHEPA, the largest and oldest Greek American Organization in the U.S., has consistently dedicated itself to advancing education for the next generation. Through our financial support in the form of scholarships, we aim to alleviate the significant burden faced by today’s students. The cost of education should not act as a barrier but rather mirror a student’s aspiration to achieve scholastic enrichment in their young lives .

Award Amount $750

The members of the MBHS Booster Club work tirelessly throughout the year to raise funds that are used to promote, expand, and provide financial support to the varsity student athletes at Myrtle Beach High School.  J. Rodman Rourk was an influential member of the Myrtle Beach community and was instrumental in the creation and development of the MBHS Booster Club in the 1970s.  We are pleased to continue his legacy by awarding The J. Rodman Rourk Scholarship to one (or more) graduating seniors who have shown exemplary dedication to Seahawk athletics by earning a minimum of one a varsity letter during his or her high school years.  

DUE May 1, 2026  

The Carolyn Swanson Seahawk Scholarship will be offered once a year over the next 12 years (ending in 2035). The scholarship will be in the amount of $1,000.00 given to one MBHS Senior. Mrs. Carolyn Swanson was a staunch advocate for Myrtle Beach High School Athletics, raising well over two million dollars during her time as the marketing director for the MBHS All Sports Booster Club.

DUE May 1, 2026 

DOUG SHAW FOUNDATION  MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP • DUE MAY 1, 2026

Doug Shaw believed in young people and what they could accomplish through commitment and determi­nation. He strived to teach this through the example he set on the practice/playing field, in his community. His love for family, friends and Myrtle Beach High School will long be remembered. It is hoped that the recipient of this scholarship exhibits those qualities that made Doug Shaw a respected individual.

The award will include:

1.         a one-time $1,000.00 scholarship to be paid to the recipients.

2.         Certificate to acknowledge the receipt of scholarship. The recipients must be graduating senior athletes (any race or gender)  who intends to further his/her education and meets the qualifications for entry to an institution of higher learning, and  who exhibits the true Seahawk Spirit and Pride shown through leadership, character, and participation in athletic and academic endeavors! 

Applications are due in the guidance office, Coach Wilson or Coach Christy or may be mailed to PO Box 7506, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572 and MUST be received no later than May 1, 2026

Buddy Rogers Scholarship (Deadline Extended to May 5, 2026

The family and friends of Buddy Rogers have established a scholarship to honor students, who, like Coach Rogers, exhibit characteristics that separate them from the crowd, celebrating the individual who is unafraid to set high goals and work diligently to stay on track to meet those expectations. It will be a student that has a kind spirit, cares for others, and loves life and people. One senior girl and one senior boy from Myrtle Beach High School will be chosen to

receive the Buddy Rogers Scholarship each year. The award will include:

1. A framed certificate.

2. Name engraved on a plaque displayed at Myrtle Beach High School.

3. A one-time $ 1,000 scholarship to be paid to the recipient.

The CSM Gary Coates, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Part of the mission of the Alaina Coates FAAM Foundation is to invest our time and resources to uplift and support communities. One of the ways in which we accomplish this objective is through our annual scholarship programs. The Foundation offers two categories of awards: The CSM Gary Coates, Sr. Memorial Scholarship and Enrichment Awards. The CSM Gary Coates, Sr. Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to high school seniors. DUE MAY 5, 2026. The Enrichment Awards are presented annually to rising 9th - 12th grade high school students in the areas of Academics, Athletics/Sports & Fitness and Performing Arts.  The Educator Enrichment Award is presented annually to an educator at any level in the education system.  DEADLINE  - May 5

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Joe Lauer Creative Writing Scholarship (DUE 5-15-26) opportunity being offered to a senior student preparing to gradate and attend a post-secondary institution. This could be an amazing opportunity for an HCS student who loves to write. After reviewing the submission criteria, please share this opportunity with all senior students. Please note that students can apply up until the May 15 submission deadline. 

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