Robert Pollock Memorial Scholarship

The Robert Pollock Memorial Scholarship is named for an Abingdon Episcopal Church member who helped to establish this grant. The $500 scholarship is renewable for four years. Applicants may be either graduating seniors or previous high school graduates seeking to continue their education.

Students displaying academic achievement, faith-based involvement, and community activities are given preference. 

The Application Process includes:

1. A completed application form: A fillable application is available on the Church Website (link above) Paper copies of the application form are available at the church office Monday through Thursday until 2 pm.

2. Three (3) SIGNED letters of recommendations from the following: (1) Academic - a high school teacher or counselor on school letterhead; (2) Community - an employer, community member, club sponsor, coach, or individual with significant knowledge of applicant’s character, experience and involvement; and (3) Church/synagogue/mosque – Minister or member familiar with the applicant’s faith-based involvement. These may accompany the application or be sent separately.

3. An official and recent high school transcript, in a sealed envelope, showing cumulative grade point average and class standing/rank. This may accompany the application or be sent separately.

Deadline for receipt of the application and supporting documents is May 1, 2024.

The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.

Martin Luther King, Jr.