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Southwest Missouri Public Relations Society of America's Dr. Joe McAdoo Memorial Scholarship Grant

Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc

Funding Amount

US $1,500

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Eligible organizations

  • Undergraduate student entering third or fourth year, or a postgraduate student.

Other requirements

  • Must be pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a closely related field.
  • Must be attending College of the Ozarks, Drury University, Evangel University, Missouri State University–Springfield, Missouri Southern State University, or Southwest Baptist UniversityGPA of 2.5 or above; submit transcript

Overview

The Southwest Missouri Public Relations Society of America's Dr. Joe McAdoo Memorial Scholarship offers a $1,200 scholarship for undergraduate students entering their third or fourth year or postgraduate students pursuing degrees in Communications or Public Relations. Applicants must attend one of the designated universities and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above. The scholarship requires an essay detailing community service and work experience, promoting values of integrity, respect, and collaboration.

Our Mission & Vision
The mission of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks is to enhance the quality of life in our region through resource development, community grantmaking, collaboration, and public leadership.
Southwest Missouri Public Relations Society of America's Dr. Joe McAdoo Memorial Scholarship
One $1,500.00 scholarshipDescribe participation in community service and work experienceEssay required

Eligibility

Undergraduate student entering third or fourth year, or a postgraduate studentMust be pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a closely related fieldMust be attending College of the Ozarks, Drury University, Evangel University, Missouri State University–Springfield, Missouri Southern State University, or Southwest Baptist UniversityGPA of 2.5 or above; submit transcript

What Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
477
Total given
$21.36M
Median grant
$20K
Range
$5,065–$1M
  • By dollars: Missouri 87%, North Carolina 4%, Arkansas 1%. Top recipient cities: Springfield, MO; Joplin, MO; Carthage, MO.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 30% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

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IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education

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