Terry McMillan Award for Musical Excellence and Leadership
Funding Amount
$500
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
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Other requirements
- Must be a senior graduating this year
- Must have been in band for 4 years
- Must have held a leadership position in band
Overview
Named after Terry James McMillan, a Thibodaux High School Band trumpet player (1976-1979) who achieved exceptional musical excellence and leadership.
Geographic Scope: Thibodaux High School seniors (implied Lafourche Parish)
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a senior graduating this year
- Must have been in band for 4 years
- Must have held a leadership position in band
Selection Criteria:
- Musical excellence and leadership demonstrated through band participation
- History of All State Band selection or equivalent honors
- Band captain or leadership role
Required Materials:
- Typed 250-word essay detailing why applicant should receive the award
- Two academic and/or professional references (References must not be related to applicant)
- Completed application form
Recent Award Winners:
- 2025: Evie Percle
- 2024: Skyler Melancon
- 2023: Alyssa Boyd
How to Apply
How to Apply
- Prepare your application materials:
- Write a typed 250-word essay explaining why you should receive the award
- Obtain two academic and/or professional references (references cannot be related to you)
- Complete the application form
- Submit:
- Submit all materials according to instructions on the foundation website
Required Materials:
- Completed application form
- 250-word typed essay
- Two professional or academic references (unrelated to applicant)
What Lafourche Education Foundation Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2023
- 1
- Total given
- $17K
- Median grant
- $17K
- By dollars: Tennessee 100%. Top recipient cities: Sevierville, TN.
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Fields of Work
- Music education
- K-12 schools
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