How much funding does David Benner Memorial Scholarship provide?

David Benner Memorial Scholarship provides $2,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for David Benner Memorial Scholarship?

The deadline is April 30, 2026.

David Benner Memorial Scholarship

PACERS FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual Grants for Education Grants for Journalism

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Funding Amount

$2,500

Deadline

April 30, 2026

22 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

David Benner Memorial Scholarship

Overview: The David Benner Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of longtime Indiana Pacers media relations director David Benner. Awarded annually to students pursuing journalism and related fields.

About David Benner:

1973 graduate of Center Grove High School

Attended Indiana University Bloomington and IUPUI

Began journalism career as copy boy at The Indianapolis Star

Joined sports staff, covering high schools, IU, Notre Dame, and Pacers (1983-1991)

Became Pacers Media Relations Director in 1994

Retired June 2022

Award Amount: $2,500 per scholarship (individual basis, annual)

Geographic Scope: Indiana

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Be undergraduate students

Be enrolled at an Indiana college, university, two-year junior college, or community college

Have major in journalism, radio, TV, digital broadcasting, or related field

Deadline for 2026-27 Academic Year: April 30, 2026

About the Scholarship

The scholarship is supported by those who remember David and want to perpetuate his legacy.

Contact Information

Address: 125 S. Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Email: foundation@pacers.com Phone: 317.917.2500

How to Apply

Four-Step Application Process

#### Step One: Complete General Questions

Answer general eligibility and background questions

Confirms that you meet basic scholarship requirements

#### Step Two: Write Detailed Personal Statement

Provide thoughtful essay highlighting:

- Academic goals
- Personal achievements
- Career aspirations

Share your story and explain why you are a strong candidate

#### Step Three: Upload Current College Transcript

Submit your most recent college transcript

Demonstrates academic progress

Both official and unofficial transcripts acceptable (unless otherwise noted)

#### Step Four: Upload Letter of Recommendation

Request letter from a professor in your major

Letter should address:

- Academic ability
- Character
- Potential for success

Required Materials Summary

1. General eligibility questions (online form) 2. Personal statement essay 3. Current college transcript (official or unofficial) 4. Letter of recommendation from professor in major