Don and Carol Pardue Scholarship Grant

The Don and Carol Pardue Scholarship, offered by the North Carolina Community Foundation, supports students in need of financial assistance, particularly those pursuing degrees in Education or affiliated with the First United Methodist Church in North Wilkesboro, NC. This scholarship exemplifies the Foundation's commitment to promoting educational opportunities and strengthening communities across North Carolina, ensuring that deserving students receive the support necessary to achieve their academic goals.

North Carolina Community Foundation
The North Carolina Community Foundation is a statewide philanthropic organization dedicated to inspiring North Carolinians to make lasting and meaningful contributions to their communities by transforming individual generosity into permanent support for local needs. Founded in 1988 with a particular focus on rural areas, the Foundation stewards charitable endowments that grow over time and distribute funds through grants to nonprofit organizations and scholarships for students across North Carolina.
Its mission centers on harnessing philanthropy to strengthen communities throughout the state, while its vision emphasizes supporting vibrant, resilient communities where resources are available to meet evolving needs. The Foundation’s funding priorities include community grantmaking through a network of affiliate foundations and giving circles that support human services, education, youth development, health, food and nutrition, and the arts; disaster relief and resilience funding for communities affected by emergencies; and administering hundreds of scholarship opportunities that help students pursue higher education regardless of background or county of residence. By partnering with donors, fundholders, and community stakeholders, NCCF works to address local challenges, build philanthropic legacies, and ensure long-term impact across North Carolina’s diverse regions.

Eligibility

Applicants shall demonstrate a need for financial assistance. Special consideration may be given to students pursuing degrees in Education, or to students who are members of First United Methodist Church of North Wilkesboro, NC.