Sam's Legacy - Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship
The Sam's Legacy - Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship, established by John H. Fisher, P.C., aims to honor the memory of Ensign Samuel Cleghorn and raise awareness about the dangers of drunk driving. Here are the key details about this scholarship:
Organization: John H. Fisher, P.C.
Award Type: Scholarship
Deadline: The application deadline for this scholarship is September 1.
Purpose: The scholarship is dedicated to remembering Ensign Samuel Cleghorn, a U.S. Naval officer whose life was tragically ended by a drunk driver. It aims to honor his memory and prevent drunk driving incidents by providing educational support.
Qualifications: To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be currently enrolled in an academic program, including current high school seniors and college students with plans to continue their education.
- Have maintained a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Criteria: To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must submit:
- A school resume.
- A recent transcript.
- A 500-750 word article outlining innovative and effective educational, legislative, and enforcement programs to prevent drunk driving.
Amount: The scholarship provides an award of $1,000.
Award Duration: The scholarship is awarded for one term.
Number of Recipients: One scholarship is awarded.
To Apply: Interested applicants must complete the application form provided on the scholarship webpage and upload their resume, school transcript, and essay. All documents should preferably be in PDF format. If there are any questions, applicants can email JFisherScholarships@gmail.com.
Contact: For more information or inquiries regarding the scholarship, applicants can refer to the scholarship webpage or contact via email at JFisherScholarships@gmail.com.
This scholarship serves as a meaningful tribute to the life of Ensign Samuel Cleghorn and addresses the critical issue of drunk driving. Students who are passionate about preventing drunk driving incidents and have innovative ideas on how to address the issue are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
