Dr. Randall Broyles Scholarship Grant

The Dr. Randall Broyles Scholarship, offered by the Beckley Area Foundation, provides vital financial support to graduates of Raleigh County high schools in West Virginia. This scholarship prioritizes academic merit and financial need, requiring applicants to submit a 400-500 word essay on their career aspirations and community contributions. By fostering local talent, the scholarship aims to empower students to pursue higher education and achieve their goals, ultimately benefiting the community through their future endeavors.

Beckley Area Foundation
The Beckley Area Foundation (BAF) is a community foundation dedicated to inspiring and facilitating charitable giving that advances and strengthens communities across southern West Virginia. Founded in 1985, the Foundation connects donors, nonprofits, and community partners to support local needs through grants, scholarships, and philanthropic initiatives. Its funding priorities include education and scholarships, health and human services, public recreation, the arts, environmental initiatives, animal welfare, and community improvement projects that address local needs and promote sustainable community development.
The Dr. Randall Broyles Scholarship provides financial assistance to college-qualified graduates of Raleigh County high schools in West Virginia. Recipients are selected based on both academic merit and demonstrated financial need. Applicants are required to submit a 400–500 word essay addressing topics such as their chosen career path and intended contributions to society, work experience, hobbies, community service involvement, or personal aspirations. The scholarship aims to support local students as they pursue higher education and develop meaningful career and community goals.