Edwin & Lanier File Ratcliff Memorial Scholarship Grant

Edwin & Lanier File Ratcliff Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Beckley Area Foundation
Last Updated: March 11, 2026

Summary

The Edwin & Lanier File Ratcliff Memorial Scholarship, administered by the Beckley Area Foundation, supports students from southern West Virginia pursuing higher education. Established to alleviate college expenses, the scholarship targets deserving individuals committed to their academic goals. The Beckley Area Foundation, founded in 1985, connects donors and community partners to enhance local initiatives, focusing on education, health, and community development. This scholarship embodies the foundation's mission to inspire charitable giving and strengthen regional communities.

Overview

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. BAF’s mission is to inspire and facilitate generous charitable giving that advances the community, with a vision of enriching lives and strengthening regional communities through collaborative philanthropy and long-term stewardship of endowed funds. 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. Edwin & Lanier File Ratcliff Memorial Scholarship The Edwin Lanier File Ratcliff Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to students pursuing higher education and is administered through the Beckley Area Foundation. The scholarship supports eligible students from the local region who are continuing their education after high school, helping offset the cost of college expenses. Awards are granted to deserving students from the Foundation’s service area who demonstrate commitment to furthering their education and achieving their academic goals.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.