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Penny Hardaway Essay Contest Scholarship

Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation

Funding Amount

$1,000 per scholarship (Top 10 winners)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Penny Hardaway Essay Contest Scholarship

Funder: Monogram Loves Kids Foundation

Status: Active annual scholarship program

Geographic Scope:

  • Shelby County, TN

  • Tipton County, TN

  • Crittenden County, TN

  • DeSoto County, TN (includes areas in Mississippi)

  • Primary focus: Memphis area high schools
  • Award:

  • Top 10 Winners: $1,000 college scholarship each

  • Top 100 Finalists: Free ticket to University of Memphis basketball game + opportunity to meet Penny Hardaway
  • Eligibility:

  • 11th grade high school students

  • Attending high schools in Shelby, Tipton, Crittenden, or DeSoto counties

  • Must submit essay of 500 words
  • Essay Topic (As of 2016-2017): "Penny Hardaway: A Great Memphis Role-Model" OR essay focused on Penny Hardaway's strength of character, perseverance, and commitment to community

    Purpose:

  • Invest in Memphis' future leaders

  • Pay tribute to core character values of Penny Hardaway (King Cotton spokesperson and Memphis NBA legend)

  • Provide financial support for college, community college, or trade school education

  • Recognize student essays on character and perseverance
  • Scholarship Uses: Can be applied to:

  • Accredited colleges

  • Community colleges

  • Trade schools
  • Contact Information:

  • Email: impact10@monogramfoods.com

  • Phone: (901) 654-2869

  • Mailing Address: Monogram Foods, ATTN: Penny Hardaway Essay Competition, 530 Oak Court Dr. Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38117
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Write Essay: Compose a 500-word essay on the designated topic ("Penny Hardaway: A Great Memphis Role-Model" or related to his character and perseverance)

    2. Include Cover Letter: Attach the Cover Letter available on the Monogram Foods website

    3. Submit by Deadline: Submit via one of two methods:
    - Mail: Monogram Foods, ATTN: Penny Hardaway Essay Competition, 530 Oak Court Dr. Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38117
    - Email: impact10@monogramfoods.com

    4. Review and Selection:
    - All essays reviewed by Monogram Foods team members
    - Top 100 entries selected → receive basketball game tickets
    - Top 10 entries selected from the 100 → receive $1,000 scholarship

    5. Winners Announced: Winners notified and invited to University of Memphis basketball game to meet Penny Hardaway

      Required Materials:

    • 500-word essay on designated topic
    • Cover Letter (available on Monogram Foods website)
    • Student name and high school

      Deadlines (Historical):

    • 2016-2017: October 10 - December 2, 2016
    • Game attendance: Scheduled for University of Memphis basketball game (date varies)

    Note: Check website for current year deadline and topic.

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    Fields of Work

    educationcollege-prep

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