Scholarship Opportunities
John T. Porter Scholarship Ministry
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! APPLY HERE.
The Scholarship Ministries mission is to provide financial assistance and encouragement to members as an investment in their educational potential. Scholarships are currently offered to middle school students preparing to enter high school and to graduating seniors preparing to enter college.
Contact: Yvette Busby
Key Dates:
March 16, 2026 – Scholarship portal immediately following the informational. Submit graduation picture along with your name, parent’s name, name of high school and the college you are planning to attend to Rev. Morris. This information will be used for the presentation on scholarship Sunday.
April 15, 2026 – Scholarship Portal Closes at midnight (No applications will be accepted after the portal closes)
May 17, 2026 – Scholarship Sunday at 9:30 AM Students will be expected to arrive at the church by 9AM with your caps and gowns to line up for the processional. We will meet in the chapel. Students and parents are expected to attend the reception immediately following church service. Students will have an opportunity to take a picture with the donors.
Guidelines for completing & submitting applications:
- Only one application will be required.
- Students will only see scholarships for which they meet the donor criteria.
- Students can choose whether or not they want to apply for a scholarship they match by checking yes or no.
- All questions must be answered and all documents must be uploaded before the application can be submitted.
- If the donor requires an additional essay, that essay must be completed and included with the application.
- Applications must be submitted by midnight on April 15, 2026. (No exceptions)