Dalton & Betty Jones Scholarship for Vo-Tech Study Grant

Dalton & Betty Jones Scholarship for Vo-Tech Study Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: Up to US $2,500
Last Updated: October 10, 2025

Summary

The Dalton & Betty Jones Scholarship for Vo-Tech Study, administered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Rusk County, Texas, pursuing vocational or technical certificates or associate degrees in medical-related fields. Financial need is considered, with FASFA required. This renewable scholarship reflects a commitment to empowering local students in their educational journeys, ensuring they have the resources needed to achieve their career aspirations.

Overview

East Texas Communities Foundation East Texas Communities Foundation was founded in 1989 by visionary leaders who saw the need for a community foundation to serve the people and communities of East Texas. The strong leadership of early organizers like Isadore Roosth, Norman Shtofman, “Dub” Riter, and an investment of the United Way of Tyler/Smith County launched the Foundation. By 1994, the Foundation’s assets had grown to more than one million dollars. East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams. Dalton & Betty Jones Scholarship for Vo-Tech Study College Attending: Any in TexasSchool Status: Graduating seniorMajor/Field of Study: Vocational/technical certificate, associate degrees (medical related fields only)Financial Need Considered (FASFA required): Yes - FASFA requiredLength of Support: Renewable

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be a graduating senior from Rusk County TX that is pursuing avocational/technical certificate or associates degree.