Porter High School

ELIGIBILITY:Graduating Seniors in any High School may enter. History, Government and English students are particularly encouraged to participate. The authors of the three best essays submitted will be the winners if the essays so warrant. They will be recognized and the prizes presented by The Sons of the Republic of Texas at the annual San Jacinto Celebration in Houston. The...

The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Foundation is offering scholarships to students interested in pursuing a degree within the field of agriculture. Special consideration will be given to students pursuing a career in beef cattle production. This scholarship is a one-year award. Recipients are eligible to re-apply for an additional year, however recipient is not guaranteed an additional year. The...

Purpose: Established in memory of Justin Forrest Cox, who died at age 16. Justin was well-respected and had the ability to become friends with anyone. Destined to become great, he died before his time. Justin greatly admired those who persisted against daunting odds to achieve their goals. This scholarship is meant for those who have "Beaten the Odds."Amount: Varies (Scholarships are...

Cecil and Theresa Peacock founded The Ray Anthony Peacock Scholarship Fund to honor the memory of their son, Ray Anthony Peacock. Ray was an outstanding student at Burkeville High School. He graduated in 1977, and began to pursue a degree at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas; however, tragically, in 1977 his life ended. His short life was marked by outstanding...

The Community Foundation of West Texas is proud to award over 100 scholarships to South Plains area students each year. We work closely with the groups or individuals who have so graciously established scholarship funds to help out their community. We believe in creating a lasting impact in a student's life that they will cherish forever. Helping South Plains students...

Maverick Academic Scholars are selected from incoming freshmen that have a demonstrated history of strong academic performance. Maverick Academic Scholarships range from $1,000 to $8,000 per year and may be renewed for up to three additional years. The awards vary based upon individual student profile, the stronger the profile, the higher the award.Every incoming freshman will receive a holistic review...