Jerry L. Bartley Memorial Scholarship Grant

The Jerry L. Bartley Memorial Scholarship, established in 2020 by the family and friends of Jerry "JB" Bartley, supports high school graduates who demonstrate a passion for basketball. Eligible applicants must be active AAU players residing in Alabama and meet NCAA Division I academic eligibility standards. This scholarship reflects a commitment to fostering young talent in the sport, while honoring Jerry Bartley's legacy and dedication to basketball, promoting not only athletic excellence but also academic achievement.

East Alabama Community Foundation
EACF became an affiliate of the Central Alabama Community Foundation in 2024. This partnership strengthens our ability to support local initiatives, grantmaking, and community programs that address the unique needs of East Alabama. EACF addresses a wide variety of concerns, supporting projects and programs in education, health, human services, cultural arts, recreation, historic preservation, and other civic concerns. Every year, EACF awards grants to nonprofit projects and programs providing services in Chambers, Lee, Russell and Tallapoosa counties.
Established in 2020 by the family and friends of Jerry “JB” Bartley, this award was created to benefit and assist high school graduates who emulate the profound love, passion and commitment to the game of basketball that Jerry Bartley had throughout his life. Eligible applicants will be active AAU basketball players, reside in Alabama and meet the academic initial-eligibility standards for the NCAA Division I athletes.