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, 2024
Deadline Date: March 15, 2025

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

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: 302-856-4393
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

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

Filters:

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