How much funding does J.C. Gordon Memorial Scholarship provide?

J.C. Gordon Memorial Scholarship provides $7,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for J.C. Gordon Memorial Scholarship?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Who is eligible for J.C. Gordon Memorial Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: Students enrolled at Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) in Shelbyville. Geography: Recipients selected based on instructor feedback.

How often is J.C. Gordon Memorial Scholarship offered?

J.C. Gordon Memorial Scholarship runs on an annual cycle.

J.C. Gordon Memorial Scholarship

FCM Cares Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Education Workforce Development Grants

Funding Amount

$7,500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Students enrolled at Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) in Shelbyville

Geography

Recipients selected based on instructor feedback

Other requirements

Programs include: Machine Tool Technology, Welding, Machining, Drafting & CAD Technology
Multiple awards distributed across academic trimesters

Overview

Funder: FCM Cares Inc. (First Community Mortgage's nonprofit foundation)

Geographic Scope: Shelbyville, Tennessee

Focus Areas: Education, technical/vocational training

Eligibility

Students enrolled at Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) in Shelbyville
Programs include: Machine Tool Technology, Welding, Machining, Drafting & CAD Technology
Recipients selected based on instructor feedback
Multiple awards distributed across academic trimesters

About the Scholarship

Established in 2017 in perpetuity through FCM Cares, this scholarship honors J.C. Gordon, one of the founders of First Community Bank and original board member of First Community Mortgage. Gordon was a respected tradesman and community leader who helped train TCAT students through an internship program at his company, WEGO Precision Machine.

Funding Source

Funds are distributed using a portion of proceeds from FCM's annual Tyler Morrissey Memorial Golf Tournament held in Murfreesboro, TN.

Administration

Funds are provided to TCAT annually and administered by TCAT leaders. Awards allow TCAT administrators to support multiple students each trimester. Funds may be used to purchase tools for student recipients.