Stan & Thelma Plumlee Scholarship
$5,000
Overview
Up to four (4) scholarships will be awarded in 2026 through the Factory-Built Home Industry.
- Two (2) awards of $2,500 each are designated for students enrolled in trade school certification programs.
- Two (2) awards of $5,000 each are reserved for students pursuing degree programs.
- Eligible applicants must be seeking a certification or degree that directly supports the construction industry.
Why advanced trade training matters
Recent projections show the construction industry will need about 439,000 net new workers in 2025 to meet expected demand, and roughly 499,000 new workers in 2026 as spending increases with anticipated lower...
Overview
Up to four (4) scholarships will be awarded in 2026 through the Factory-Built Home Industry.
- Two (2) awards of $2,500 each are designated for students enrolled in trade school certification programs.
- Two (2) awards of $5,000 each are reserved for students pursuing degree programs.
- Eligible applicants must be seeking a certification or degree that directly supports the construction industry.
Why advanced trade training matters
Recent projections show the construction industry will need about 439,000 net new workers in 2025 to meet expected demand, and roughly 499,000 new workers in 2026 as spending increases with anticipated lower...
Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga Scholarships
$6,000
Thanks to the remarkable generosity of our supporters, more than 5,000 students from the Chattanooga area have been able to pursue college. Helping as many local students as possible attain a college degree is central to our mission to strengthen our city and contribute to a better world.
Eligibility
- Scholarships administered by CFGC are available exclusively to students from the Chattanooga region.
- Awards may be considered for eligible graduating high school seniors, current college students seeking scholarship support, and existing CFGC scholars.
How to apply
- Use the CFGC Scholarship Application and Account Portal to submit applications and...
Thanks to the remarkable generosity of our supporters, more than 5,000 students from the Chattanooga area have been able to pursue college. Helping as many local students as possible attain a college degree is central to our mission to strengthen our city and contribute to a better world.
Eligibility
- Scholarships administered by CFGC are available exclusively to students from the Chattanooga region.
- Awards may be considered for eligible graduating high school seniors, current college students seeking scholarship support, and existing CFGC scholars.
How to apply
- Use the CFGC Scholarship Application and Account Portal to submit applications and...
Gail Clay Scholarship
$8,800
Purpose and background
Friends of Gail Clay created this scholarship to honor her long service as Director of the Carolyn P. Brown University Center at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The award supports the spouse or child of a full‑time, non‑exempt employee of the University of Tennessee or another state‑supported public higher education institution located within the East Tennessee Foundation’s 25‑county service area. The scholarship is awarded on a four‑year cycle; the next granting year is 2027.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or current college students who live in the East Tennessee Foundation’s 25‑county...
Purpose and background
Friends of Gail Clay created this scholarship to honor her long service as Director of the Carolyn P. Brown University Center at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The award supports the spouse or child of a full‑time, non‑exempt employee of the University of Tennessee or another state‑supported public higher education institution located within the East Tennessee Foundation’s 25‑county service area. The scholarship is awarded on a four‑year cycle; the next granting year is 2027.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or current college students who live in the East Tennessee Foundation’s 25‑county...
Carol and Jonathan Price Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
$1,000
The Carol and Jonathan Price Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
Overview
The Bedford County Arts Council awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior who intends to pursue a college degree in the arts. This award supports studies in Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Music, Theatrical Arts, or Dance.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be high school seniors attending any high school in Bedford County, Tennessee.
- Candidates who are not residents of Bedford County, TN will not be considered.
- Applicants must plan to enroll in a post-secondary program leading to a degree in one of the specified artistic...
The Carol and Jonathan Price Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
Overview
The Bedford County Arts Council awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior who intends to pursue a college degree in the arts. This award supports studies in Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Music, Theatrical Arts, or Dance.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be high school seniors attending any high school in Bedford County, Tennessee.
- Candidates who are not residents of Bedford County, TN will not be considered.
- Applicants must plan to enroll in a post-secondary program leading to a degree in one of the specified artistic...
Tennessee Grocers Education Foundation Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
TGEF scholarship opportunities are available to high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students who are either employees of a TGCSA member company or dependents of such employees.
Employment and eligibility timeline
- Student applicants who are employees must have been on the job for a minimum of six months, and parent-employee applicants must have been employed at least two years, both measured as of January 1, 2026.
- The sponsoring TGCSA member company must still employ the staff member at the time winners are chosen in April.
Selection criteria and application process
Awards are granted based on academic...
Introduction
TGEF scholarship opportunities are available to high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students who are either employees of a TGCSA member company or dependents of such employees.
Employment and eligibility timeline
- Student applicants who are employees must have been on the job for a minimum of six months, and parent-employee applicants must have been employed at least two years, both measured as of January 1, 2026.
- The sponsoring TGCSA member company must still employ the staff member at the time winners are chosen in April.
Selection criteria and application process
Awards are granted based on academic...
Knoxville Football Officials Association Scholarship
$4,000
Intro
The Knoxville Football Officials Association (KFOA) Scholarship was created to support graduating high school seniors who are directly involved in their school’s football program — whether as players or in supporting roles such as cheerleader, member of the dance team, team manager, or athletic trainer.
Scholarship award
- $4,000 per year for two years (awarded annually while eligibility requirements are maintained).
Who is eligible
Applicants must:
- Be a graduating senior with demonstrated financial need.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Show leadership potential.
- Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited college or university.
-...
Intro
The Knoxville Football Officials Association (KFOA) Scholarship was created to support graduating high school seniors who are directly involved in their school’s football program — whether as players or in supporting roles such as cheerleader, member of the dance team, team manager, or athletic trainer.
Scholarship award
- $4,000 per year for two years (awarded annually while eligibility requirements are maintained).
Who is eligible
Applicants must:
- Be a graduating senior with demonstrated financial need.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Show leadership potential.
- Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited college or university.
-...
John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Scholarship
$12,000
Overview and origin
Founded in 1999 by John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner, this fund was created to provide scholarship support originally for Hiwassee students and Hiwassee alumni who were pursuing a four-year college or university education. The scope of the award has since been broadened: recipients may now attend any public or private, nonprofit college or university in Tennessee that is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Award amount
The scholarship provides $3,000 per year for four years.
Who may apply
The John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County Scholarship...
Overview and origin
Founded in 1999 by John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner, this fund was created to provide scholarship support originally for Hiwassee students and Hiwassee alumni who were pursuing a four-year college or university education. The scope of the award has since been broadened: recipients may now attend any public or private, nonprofit college or university in Tennessee that is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Award amount
The scholarship provides $3,000 per year for four years.
Who may apply
The John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County Scholarship...
Johnson County Education Growth Scholarship
$2,400
Purpose and background
The Johnson County Education Growth Scholarship was created in 2002 through a gift from the Levi Strauss Foundation, augmented by contributions from Johnson County businesses, banks, individual donors, and the Johnson County Community Foundation. The fund’s mission is to offer financial assistance to residents of Johnson County, Tennessee who are beginning their college studies.
Award amount
Recipients receive $1,200 per year for up to two years.
Who may apply and how to apply
This scholarship is intended for new college students — either graduating high school seniors or adults preparing to start college — who have been...
Purpose and background
The Johnson County Education Growth Scholarship was created in 2002 through a gift from the Levi Strauss Foundation, augmented by contributions from Johnson County businesses, banks, individual donors, and the Johnson County Community Foundation. The fund’s mission is to offer financial assistance to residents of Johnson County, Tennessee who are beginning their college studies.
Award amount
Recipients receive $1,200 per year for up to two years.
Who may apply and how to apply
This scholarship is intended for new college students — either graduating high school seniors or adults preparing to start college — who have been...
Greene County Scholarship
$2,100
Intro
Created by the Board of Advisors for the Fund for Greene County, this scholarship supports students from Greeneville and throughout Greene County.
Scholarship amount
$2,100 — one-year award
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors or current college students who reside in Greene County.
- Applicants must have graduated from a Greene County high school with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Homeschooled Greene County residents and those who have earned a GED are welcome to apply.
- Candidates must demonstrate financial need and intend to enroll as full-time college students.
How to apply
Complete the East Tennessee...
Intro
Created by the Board of Advisors for the Fund for Greene County, this scholarship supports students from Greeneville and throughout Greene County.
Scholarship amount
$2,100 — one-year award
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors or current college students who reside in Greene County.
- Applicants must have graduated from a Greene County high school with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Homeschooled Greene County residents and those who have earned a GED are welcome to apply.
- Candidates must demonstrate financial need and intend to enroll as full-time college students.
How to apply
Complete the East Tennessee...
Karolyn King Carter Scholarship
$2,500
Background
Founded by Karolyn’s family in March 2005, the Karolyn King Carter Scholarship was created to honor her devotion to and love of the visual arts. The award celebrates students who demonstrate clear artistic talent in visual media.
Award
$2,500 — one-year scholarship.
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors or currently enrolled college students who live in or are from Greene County, Tennessee.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- A demonstrated passion for and commitment to the visual arts.
How to apply
Submit the East Tennessee Foundation Common Application between December 15 and March 15 to determine...
Background
Founded by Karolyn’s family in March 2005, the Karolyn King Carter Scholarship was created to honor her devotion to and love of the visual arts. The award celebrates students who demonstrate clear artistic talent in visual media.
Award
$2,500 — one-year scholarship.
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors or currently enrolled college students who live in or are from Greene County, Tennessee.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- A demonstrated passion for and commitment to the visual arts.
How to apply
Submit the East Tennessee Foundation Common Application between December 15 and March 15 to determine...
Dorsey and Betty King Scholarship
$1,600
Scholarship award
- $1,600 — one-year scholarship
Overview
The Dorsey and Betty King Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors from Claiborne County or Campbell County, Tennessee who require financial assistance to pursue higher education. This award is intended for students planning to enroll full time in college and who will major in either business or become a registered nurse.
Who may apply
- Graduating seniors from any high school in Claiborne County or Campbell County, TN
- Intending to begin full-time college studies
- Declaring a course of study in business or registered nursing
- Demonstrating a need for financial...
Scholarship award
- $1,600 — one-year scholarship
Overview
The Dorsey and Betty King Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors from Claiborne County or Campbell County, Tennessee who require financial assistance to pursue higher education. This award is intended for students planning to enroll full time in college and who will major in either business or become a registered nurse.
Who may apply
- Graduating seniors from any high school in Claiborne County or Campbell County, TN
- Intending to begin full-time college studies
- Declaring a course of study in business or registered nursing
- Demonstrating a need for financial...
Debbie Van Cleave Scholarship
$1,400
Introduction and Background
The scholarship was created by Debbie Van Cleave’s parents to honor her memory. Debbie was a celebrated East Tennessee potter whose artistic skill remained undiminished despite her blindness. The fund supports legally blind students from the region who are pursuing post-secondary education.
Award Amount
One-year scholarship of $1,400.
Who Is Eligible
- Graduating high school seniors or students already enrolled in college.
- Permanent residence within the East Tennessee Foundation’s 25-county service area.
- Legally blind: visual acuity of 20/200 or worse after correction, or a visual field limited to 20 degrees or less.
- Demonstrated financial...
Introduction and Background
The scholarship was created by Debbie Van Cleave’s parents to honor her memory. Debbie was a celebrated East Tennessee potter whose artistic skill remained undiminished despite her blindness. The fund supports legally blind students from the region who are pursuing post-secondary education.
Award Amount
One-year scholarship of $1,400.
Who Is Eligible
- Graduating high school seniors or students already enrolled in college.
- Permanent residence within the East Tennessee Foundation’s 25-county service area.
- Legally blind: visual acuity of 20/200 or worse after correction, or a visual field limited to 20 degrees or less.
- Demonstrated financial...
