Phillip D. O’Connell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant

Phillip D. O’Connell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties
Last Updated: January 12, 2026

Summary

Easily learn more about the Phillip D. O’Connell, Sr. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 04 Mar 2027.

Overview

Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, Inc., strengthens our communities by leading philanthropy and solutions through our direct work in partnership with donors, nonprofits and the community. Our 501(c)3 nonprofit Foundation is the foremost resource for convening partners to elevate people, improve lives and make our community a better place to live. Grants & Scholarships Grants power our nonprofit partners on the frontlines of pressing local issues, filling the opportunity gaps through direct-to-people programming. Scholarships support aspiring college students who hold the promise of tomorrow’s progress. Together, our competitive grants and scholarships help our region rise thanks to the vision and generosity of our donors. The Community Foundation offers both need and merit based scholarships. Phillip D. O’Connell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund About the Fund Born in Macon, Georgia in 1907, Phillip earned his law degree from the University of Florida. He opened a law office in West Palm Beach in June 1931. The following year he was elected West Palm Beach municipal judge, and four years later was elected assistant state attorney for Palm Beach and Broward counties. In 1939, he became state attorney, where for more than two decades he helped to shape the history of Palm Beach County. Throughout his career, Phillip always took the time to dedicate himself to his community by being a participant and benefactor to numerous charitable, religious, professional and civic organizations, including being a founding director of Flagler National Bank.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Graduating high school senior from any Palm Beach County high school Based on athletic excellence, academics and financial need Palm Beach County resident Award to be restricted to first year of college education only