Dr. Donald W. Bentley Memorial Scholarship Endowment Grant

Dr. Donald W. Bentley Memorial Scholarship Endowment Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc
Amount: More than US $1,000
Last Updated: November 21, 2025

Summary

The Dr. Donald W. Bentley Memorial Scholarship Endowment honors the legacy of Dr. Bentley, a dedicated educator and Watauga County native. Established by his wife, Audrey Bentley, this scholarship supports both undergraduate and graduate students attending Virginia Tech. It prioritizes academic excellence, leadership, and community involvement, while also considering financial need among applicants from North Carolina, particularly Watauga County, ensuring that deserving students can pursue their educational aspirations.

Overview

Dr. Donald W. Bentley Memorial Scholarship Endowment Dr. Donald W. Bentley was a Watauga County native and lifelong educator who died in 2005. Born in 1935, Bentley attended Blowing Rock School and Appalachian State University. He was a member of the US Air Force, and earned his doctorate in education at Virginia Tech. The scholarship was established by Dr. Bentley’s spouse, Audrey Bentley. Mrs. Bentley died in 2019, and her wishes were to honor her husband’s high regard for and loyalty to Virginia Tech. Scholarships for undergraduate study are awarded annually to graduating high school seniors;Scholarships for graduate study shall be awarded to any entering or existing graduate student.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The scholarship will be awarded to students who exhibit the following: academic excellence, leadership, personal effort and good citizenship. Financial need will be considered as a criterion if there are equally matched applicants, with the students with greater need being awarded the scholarship in that case.