Russ Duncan Memorial Scholarship

Award Amount: $10,000 for college attendance, paid in four consecutive annual payments of $2,500 per year

Yearly Contingency: Scholarship continuation is contingent on college student maintaining a 3.0 GPA or better

Background

Russ Duncan was a remarkable individual who displayed extraordinary strength and kindness. Despite facing his own challenges, he consistently placed the needs of others before his own. He was a loving husband and father to three beautiful children. Throughout a courageous battle against a rare form of thyroid cancer that spanned seven years, Russ exemplified unwavering resilience, inspiring all who knew him. Russ passed away on January 24, 2022.

The Russ Duncan Memorial Scholarship was established in loving memory of Russ Duncan to extend a helping hand to families affected by cancer by offering assistance and encouragement to individuals pursuing their educational goals despite the hardships their families have faced.

Program History

• First Scholarship Awarded: Spring 2024
• Award Frequency: Annual
• Selection Committee: HCHF Grants Committee

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet ALL requirements:

• Have a parent/guardian who has battled cancer or is currently fighting cancer
• Graduating from a high school in the upper 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle
• US citizen or permanent resident
• Planning to attend an accredited two-year or four-year university, community college, or junior college

Selection Criteria

• Journey (impact of cancer on family)
• Encouragement (strength and resilience)
• Financial need
• Notable Accomplishments
• Quality of essay and recommendations

Contact Information

Pre-Application Questions:

• Contact: Gainor Davis
• Phone: 806-331-6937
• Email: info@hchfamarillo.org
• Address: 1732 Hagy Blvd, Amarillo, TX 79106
• Phone: 806.331.2400
• Fax: 806.331.6942

Application Process

1. Review Eligibility, Guidelines and Deadlines
   • Confirm you meet all eligibility requirements
   • Review scholarship guidelines
2. Create an Account
   • Select one login email address/password for all submissions
   • Provide the email address of the person applying for the scholarship
   • HCHF will communicate all pertinent information to this email address
3. Complete the Online Scholarship Application
   • Follow all instructions on the application
   • If experiencing technical difficulties downloading or uploading documents, call the office for instructions
   • Important: Incomplete applications on due date may not be considered
4. HCHF Review
   • Scholarship application reviewed by HCHF Scholarship Committee
   • Recommendations reviewed by Harrington Cancer and Health Foundation's board of directors
5. Final Decisions
   • Notification by phone or email if you are awarded the scholarship

Required Submission Materials

Applicants will be asked to submit the following:

• High School Transcript
• Proof of Enrollment at an accredited two-year or four-year university, community college, or junior college
  • May be an official letter verifying enrollment
  • If still awaiting acceptance, may still apply (proof of enrollment required before receiving check)
• One Letter of Recommendation detailing why you should receive the scholarship

Application Status (2026)

THE 2026 SUBMISSION PERIOD IS NOW OPEN!

Deadline: March 13, 2026

Pre-Application Support

Applicants encouraged to contact Gainor Davis at 806-331-6937 with any questions