Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads

Here’s a clearer, teacher-friendly version of the eligibility rules for these VAVRS scholarships. I’ve grouped the common requirements up front and then listed the specific conditions for each scholarship so it’s easier to compare.

Common points for all scholarships
- You must be (or be the child/grandchild of) a member of VAVRS, AVAVRS, or VAJVRS. Membership-duration requirements differ by scholarship — see each listing.
- You must be accepted to, or awaiting acceptance at, a fully accredited college or university that meets the scholarship’s criteria. The award will not be paid until acceptance is confirmed.
- Previous recipients of the same named scholarship are not eligible to receive it again.
- Carefully review each scholarship’s additional requirements (age limits, essay, field of study, volunteer service, etc.).

Julian Stanley Wise (JSW) Scholarship
- Membership: You must have been a member of VAVRS, AVAVRS, or VAJVRS for at least 2 years, or be the child or grandchild of a person who has been a member for at least 5 years.
- Education: Accepted to, or awaiting acceptance at, a fully accredited college or university (award withheld until acceptance is confirmed).
- Prior awards: You may not have received this scholarship previously.
- Awards: Two scholarships are awarded each year; each is $1,000.

Sylvia & Garry Clatterbuck Scholarship
- Membership: Same as JSW — 2 years of personal membership or child/grandchild of a member with 5 years.
- Volunteer criterion: One of the judging criteria is the amount of volunteer Rescue Squad work performed or qualifications earned.
- Education: Accepted to, or awaiting acceptance at, a fully accredited college or university (award withheld until acceptance is confirmed).
- Prior awards: You may not have received this scholarship previously.
- Awards: One scholarship is awarded each year; amount is $1,000.

Anne J. Gwaltney (AJG) Scholarship
- Membership: You or your parent must have been a member of VAVRS, AVAVRS, or VAJVRS for at least 2 years.
- Education: Accepted to, or awaiting acceptance at, a fully accredited college or university.
- Age limit: You must be under 35 years old during the calendar year in which you would receive the award.
- Prior awards: You may not have received this scholarship previously.
- Awards: One AJG scholarship is awarded each year in the amount of $1,000.

Kelly G. Southard Scholarship
- Membership: You or your parent must have been a member of VAVRS, AVAVRS, or VAJVRS for at least 2 years.
- Field of study: Acceptance to, or awaiting acceptance at, a fully accredited college or university for study in a medical field (this is a requirement for the scholarship).
- Age limit: You must be under 65 years old during the calendar year in which you would receive the award.
- Prior awards: You may not have received this scholarship previously.
- Award amount/number: (Not specified here — check the official application materials for details.)

Kevin Dillard Leadership of Tomorrow Scholarship
- Membership: You must have been a member of VAVRS, AVAVRS, or VAJVRS for at least 2 years, or be the child or grandchild of a person who has been a member for at least 5 years.
- Education: Accepted to, or awaiting acceptance at, a fully accredited college or university (award withheld until acceptance is confirmed).
- Prior awards: You may not have received this scholarship previously.
- Essay requirement: Submit an essay describing an event in which you took on a leadership role and what you learned about yourself during that role.
- Award amount/number: (Not specified here — check the official application materials for details.)

A few final tips from your (virtual) teacher
- Double-check deadlines and submission details on the official application form.
- If an award amount or number isn’t listed here, look at the scholarship’s official materials or contact the scholarship committee.
- When an essay or volunteer record is required, be specific and give concrete examples — that’s what reviewers look for. Good luck!