James Eastland Memorial Scholarship Grant

James Eastland Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: January 29, 2026

Summary

The James Eastland Memorial Scholarship, established by The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, honors James's spirit and character by providing financial support to graduating seniors of Hunt ISD. Applicants must demonstrate their extracurricular involvement and submit an essay reflecting on their educational aspirations or personal growth in the Hunt area. This scholarship aims to inspire young leaders and support their pursuit of higher education, continuing James's legacy of mentorship and positivity.

Overview

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country is dedicated to fostering a thriving and inclusive Texas Hill Country by inspiring philanthropy, celebrating local legacy and heritage, and stewarding charitable resources for present and future generations. Established in 1981 by visionary community members, the Foundation has grown into a trusted philanthropic leader, managing over $100 million in assets to support lasting community impact. Through partnerships with donors, grantmaking to nonprofit organizations, and the administration of academic scholarships, the Foundation serves 10 Central Texas counties—Bandera, Blanco, Edwards, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Mason, Real, and Uvalde—working to ensure a high quality of life and a prosperous future for the Hill Country region. James Eastland Memorial Scholarship The James Eastland Scholarship was established to revere James’s loving and caring spirit and his strong character by providing scholarships for graduating Hill Country seniors who previously attended Hunt Independent School District. James believed that character was based on attitude and he led by example. He loved seeing others reach their potential through hard work and a positive attitude. James attended Tivy High School and graduated from the Engineering School at the University of Texas. He eventually returned home to Camp Mystic to help with the family business when his father became ill. James had a dream of expanding the camp, and worked hard to turn that dream into a reality. Five years after James passed away, construction began and his dream and vision came to fruition in the summer of 2020. James is remembered for his work in the Mentoring program at Hunt Elementary School. He believed in building students’ confidence by helping them find their own gifts. James felt it was his God-given duty to give others the same love and support he had received. James’s family and loved ones want his joy and enthusiasm for life to continue to inspire young leaders in making their dream of a college education a reality.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicant must be a graduating high school student who previously attended Hunt ISD for at least one school year. Applicant should be able to provide a list of extracurricular activities, community service/volunteer work, and awards and honors. Applicant must submit a one paragraph essay explaining what they plan to do with their college degree, or describing how growing up in the Hunt area shaped their outlook on life.