How much funding does ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds) provide?

ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds) provides Varies by scholarship ($500 - $1,500+) in funding.

When is the deadline for ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds)?

The deadline is February 16, 2027.

ACF Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds)

ALAMANCE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

Varies by scholarship ($500 - $1,500+)

Deadline

February 16, 2027

313 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

ACF Scholarships Program

The Alamance Community Foundation manages multiple scholarship funds established by donors to support individuals pursuing higher education. Scholarships recognize achievement, assist with education costs, and help build a future generation of educated community leaders.

Geographic Scope: Alamance County, North Carolina and surrounding areas

Available Scholarships:

ACF Community Scholarship Fund

Alamance Pride Scholarship

Alley, Williams, Carmen & King Scholarship ($1,000 first year, $500 renewable for 3 years)

Amy and Dewana Hartley Hope Scholarship

Coach Pete Stout Scholarship

Danny Patton Scholarship

Dr. Charles Kernodle Scholarship

Dr. Dorothy Corbett Yarborough Memorial Scholarship

Eddie and Lin McAteer Scholarship

Edens Family Scholarship

George Heckman Memorial Sportsmanship Scholarship ($1,500 or more)

GRatitude Scholarship

Hank and Helen Ogden Scholarship

Ladd Fuqua Scholarship

Larry M. Lee and Nancy B. Lee Scholarship

Millie Jennings Memorial Scholarship

Steven C. Walker Golf Scholarship

Tommy Spoon Scholarship ($1,000 renewable for 3 years)

Virgie Virginia Sellars Scholarship

Williams High School Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: Generally high school graduating seniors in Alamance County (specific schools/criteria vary by scholarship)

Contact: Emily McCollum at emily@alamancecommunityfoundation.org

2026 Application Timeline:

January 2: Applications open

February 16: Last day to start an application

February 18: Applications due

February 24: Recommendations due

February 25 - March 18: Applications reviewed

April 1: Scholarship recipients notified

May-June: Award ceremonies

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Create an Account - Applicants will create an account in the scholarship portal
2. Determine Eligibility - Answer preliminary questions to determine which scholarships are a potential match
3. Complete Applications - Complete applications for all eligible ACF scholarships
4. Provide Information - Answer questions about yourself and your higher education plans
5. Submit Supporting Materials - May include:
- Copy of transcript (if requested)
- Letters of recommendation (if applicable)
6. Note: Some questions are shared across applications to minimize time when applying for multiple scholarships