Robert C. McNair Memorial Scholarship
Funding Amount
Up to $10,000
Deadline
April 30, 2027
387 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Robert C. McNair Memorial Scholarship
Overview: The Robert C. McNair Memorial Scholarship was established in 2019 in memory of Robert McNair and in celebration of 30 years of his commitment to increasing postsecondary education for students of Rutherford County. This scholarship is awarded annually to a ROPE Award recipient at each high school who embodies the characteristics that Bob McNair exhibited and valued in others.
Geographic Scope: Rutherford County Schools, North Carolina (one recipient from each of the three high schools: Chase, East Rutherford, and R-S Central)
Award Amount: Up to $10,000 over four years of postsecondary education
About Robert McNair: Robert C. McNair grew up in the Harris community and graduated from Cool Springs High School in 1954. He attended the University of South Carolina where he met his future wife, Janice. Despite humble beginnings, he became a successful businessman and, with Janice, founded the Robert and Janice McNair Educational Foundation in 1989. He refused to let obstacles or failures hold him back and remained humble and committed to helping others find success.
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Selection Process: Recipients are selected by the Teacher Advisory Council from each high school
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Application Process
Eligibility:
1. Must be a ROPE Award recipient
2. Must embody characteristics valued by Robert McNair, including:
- Humility despite success
- Perseverance and overcoming obstacles
- Commitment to helping others
- Taking advantage of opportunities presented
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