V. George & Jeannette M. Carey Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: Seniors from Ellendale, Lewes, Lincoln, Milford, Milton and Slaughter Beach planning to pursue a career in agriculture or education
Application Available: December 15, 2025
Deadline Date: March 15, 2026

Scholarship Details:

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Graduating senior of a Delaware high school (preference given to those living in former Representative Carey’s 36th Legislative District, including areas of Ellendale, Lewes, Lincoln, Milford, Milton and Slaughter Beach)
2. Pursing a degree or professional designation in an agriculture (preference) or education related field.
3. Participation in 4-H, FFA and other community service activities preferred.

Application Requirements:

1. Completed online application
2. 1 Recommender (not a family member)

Selection Criteria- Winners will be selected based on academic performance. (Preferably not those in the top 10% of class)

Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Transcript

Essay Details:

Margaret Richey was interested in funding a medical school student who wanted to practice medicine in an economically depressed area of the US or an underdeveloped country. Does this interest you and how would you pursue this?

Award Amount: $1,500

Award Details:

One $1,500 award at the discretion of the Delaware Community Foundation board of directors.

Website/URL: http://www.delcf.org/scholarships

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Name: Kelly Sheridan
Contact Email: ksheridan@delcf.org
Contact Phone Number: 302-889-1907
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

Letter of Recommendation must be present or application will not move forward.

Additional Scholarship Information:

Delaware Community Foundation
PO Box 492
Lewes, DE 19958

Filters:

Eligibility: Community Service, Minimum GPA/Class Rank
Areas of Study: Agricultural Sciences, Education & School Supports
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior
Location Specific: Kent County, Sussex County, Delaware