Wayne & Margie Morrison Scholarship Grant

Wayne & Margie Morrison Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: US $4,000
Last Updated: October 24, 2025

Summary

The Wayne & Margie Morrison Scholarship, offered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Smith High School pursuing any field of study. Established to empower students with financial need, this renewable scholarship reflects the foundation's commitment to education and community development. Eligible colleges include Texas A&M - Texarkana, LeTourneau University, and more. Applicants are required to submit a FAFSA to demonstrate financial need.

Overview

East Texas Communities Foundation East Texas Communities Foundation was founded in 1989 by visionary leaders who saw the need for a community foundation to serve the people and communities of East Texas. The strong leadership of early organizers like Isadore Roosth, Norman Shtofman, “Dub” Riter, and an investment of the United Way of Tyler/Smith County launched the Foundation. By 1994, the Foundation’s assets had grown to more than one million dollars. Scholarships East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams. Wayne & Margie Morrison Scholarship County/High School: Smith School Status: Graduating senior Major/Field of Study: Any Financial Need Considered (FASFA required): Yes - FASFA required Length of Support: Renewable

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. College Attending: Texas A&M - TexarkanaLeTourneau UniversityEast Texas Baptist UniversityStephen F. Austin UniversityUniversity of Texas at TylerUniversity of TexasUniversity of Texas at LongviewJarvis Chirstian CollegeTexas CollegeWiley College