George E. Allen Scholarship

Thank you for your interest in the George E. Allen Academic Scholarship. This scholarship celebrates the life of our firm’s founder, George E. Allen, Sr., who overcame many challenges, including the tragic loss of his mother. He worked to support himself through college and law school, and went on to found Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen, one of the premier personal injury law firms in Virginia and in the country. The scholarship bearing his name is designed to recognize students who, despite obstacles or special challenges, have achieved high standards of performance.

The Allen Law Firm is proud to offer the George E. Allen Scholarship to exceptional high school students in the communities we serve. My grandfather embodied the values of service and perseverance, and this scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate similar values. The students we honor have worked to overcome significant personal challenges, while maintaining a strong focus on academics. We are inspired and motivated by the scholarship recipients every year.” — Courtney Allen Van Winkle, Partner.

Scholarships: $2,000 each

The Application Process:

Complete the application form and submit it with a copy of your high school transcripts that reflect academic improvement and high achievement before the application deadline. In addition to these documents, applicants must submit two reference letters, one reference letter must be supplied by a teacher or guidance counselor, and a personal statement describing your biggest personal challenge and how you overcame it.

Application Timeline:

• Application opens: December 5, 2025
• Deadline to submit applications: March 6, 2026
• Recipients notified: April 10, 2026

Requirements:

1. The applicant must be a senior in a Virginia high school whose plans include advanced education through college, nursing, business, trade, technical training, or similar programs. Future plans are not required to be in Virginia.

2. All sections of the application must be completed in full, with all materials submitted together; incomplete applications will not be eligible for consideration.