In all cases, scholarship payments are made directly to the educational institution and can be used for tuition, fees and books only. Unused funds are returned to the Foundation at the end of the academic year.

Advantage Medical Staffing Nursing Scholarship 

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This scholarship was established by Advantage Medical Staffing for the benefit of students who are pursuing a baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing. 

ELIGIBILITY:  

• Students who are 25 years of age or older and are pursuing a career as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse.  

• Current enrollment or application for admission to a college/university in the Lubbock area is required.  

• Past recipients are eligible to reapply.
CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation (1655 Main Street, Suite 202; Lubbock, TX 79401; Phone (806)762-8061)

 

 

Autumn Day Scholarship 

This scholarship was established by Larry & Karen Day as a way of saying thank you to the residents of Terry County for the kindness shown their family when their niece, Autumn, sustained life-threatening injuries in a horse riding accident.  

ELIGIBILITY: Terry County High School Seniors
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Graduating seniors from Terry County high school
• Financial need
CONTACT: Principal or Counselor - Brownfield High School, Meadow High School, Wellman High School

Johnny Clanton Memorial Scholarship    

This scholarship was established in memory of Johnny Clanton by his wife, Mrs. Beth Clanton, and their daughters, Kelli and Cristi. Mr. Clanton was a well respected farmer and member of the  community and enjoyed watching the youth in Seminole grow and learn from their experiences with animals and agriculture.

ELIGIBILITY: Students enrolled in Seminole, Texas schools since the seventh grade
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• At least an 88 average throughout his or her high school career
• Must have participated in an agricultural project while in high school
• Essay to be submitted on goals for the future and the importance of their chosen field to society
CONTACT: Counselor, Seminole High School  (2100 Ave. D; Seminole, TX 79360)

Diekemper Endowment for the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology 

This scholarship was established by Mrs. Lou Dunn Diekemper, a former student of the global program who felt it to be a life-changing experience and wished to offer support and encouragement to older students of the program. 

ELIGIBILITY: Students 40 years of age and older in the global program of the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology-Palo Alto, California
CONTACT: Global Program Scholarship Committee - Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (744 San Antonio Road; Palo Alto, CA 94303)

Marilyn L. Doucette Anderson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Mr. & Mrs. Jim Doucette in memory of Marilyn L. Doucette Anderson.    

ELIGIBILITY: Graduating Seniors from Lockney High School who will be pursuing higher education through a vocational program at South Plains College
CONTACT: Senior Counselor - Lockney High School (410 SW 4th Street, Lockney)

 

Fallen Heroes Fund

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The Fallen Heroes Fund provides scholarship support for the dependent survivors of service men and women and first responders who have died in the line of duty since September 11, 2001.  As a supplement to financial aid and survivor educational benefits, Fallen Heroes scholarship awards will help to assure that the dependents of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our community will have the financial resources necessary to obtain a post-secondary education. 

ELIGIBILITY: Dependent survivors of active duty personnel or first responders who resided in this area at some time prior to their death.
CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation (1655 Main Street, Suite 202; Lubbock, TX 79401)   phone:(806)762-8061

Frenship High School Academic Award

This fund was established by Mr. Robert Snell to benefit outstanding graduating seniors of Frenship High School .

ELIGIBLE: Graduating Seniors of Frenship High School (Wolfforth)
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Academic Achievement
CONTACT: Principal or Counselor, Frenship High School 

Weldon and Ruth Gibbs Scholarship 

This scholarship was established by Mr. Weldon Gibbs and Mrs. Ruth Gibbs who worked their way through school during the Depression, The Gibbs family values service to community and church and the ability to persevere to overcome obstacles even more than a strong academic record. This scholarship was established to foster those qualities. 

ELIGIBILITY: Texas Tech University College of Arts & Sciences Students
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Financial need
• Record or reputation, as a youth, of substantial community involvement and/or church involvement
• Above average academic record IS NOT a requirement or prerequisite to qualification
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, Texas Tech University College of Arts & Sciences  (Box 1034; Lubbock, TX 79409-1034)

Charles A. & Grace Guy  Scholarship 

This scholarship was established by Mr. & Mrs. Ray Diekemper in honor and now in memory of Mr. Charles Guy, civic leader and former editor of the Lubbock Avalanche Journal.

ELIGIBILITY: Students majoring in Journalism in the Mass Communications Department, College of Arts and Sciences at Texas Tech University
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Financial need
• Personal integrity
• Scholastic potential or achievement
• Dedication to making the world a better place in which to live
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, School of Mass Communications (P.O. Box 43082; Lubbock, TX 79409-3082)

Don & Sybil Harrington Scholarship 

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This prestigious scholarship was established for the benefit of truly exceptional students from Lubbock County High Schools who wish to pursue their education in the fields of Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Engineering. 

ELIGIBILITY:
• Lubbock County high school seniors
• Pursuit of degree in Physical Sciences, Mathematics or Engineering
• Minimum SAT score of 1800 or ACT score of 28 

• High School GPA of 3.5 or higher 
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Scholastic potential or achievement
• Financial need may be considered

CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation (1655 Main Street, Suite 202; Lubbock, TX 79401)   Phone: (806)762-8061

Madeline Hegi Scholarship 

Searching for a meaningful way to honor their mother, Madeline, who was a teacher in Tahoka schools for many years, John and Fred Hegi established this scholarship to further their mother’s lifelong interest in the children of her community. In doing so, they have created a legacy to Madeline’s love and concern for children. 

ELIGIBLE: Graduating Seniors from Tahoka High School
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Demonstration of academic achievement
• Intent to enroll as a full-time student at an accredited college, university or technical school
• Character
• Community service
• Intent to graduate
• Personal references
• Financial need may be considered
CONTACT: Principal or Counselor, Tahoka High School (P.O. Box 1500; Tahoka, TX 79373)

The Floyd Honey Westerner Spirit Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Senior Class of 1955 to pay tribute to former Lubbock High School principal, Floyd Honey.

ELIGIBLE: Lubbock High School Seniors
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Demonstration of the Westerner Spirit of friendship, loyalty and service
• Only slight or no recognition from other sources
CONTACT:  Principal or Counselor, Lubbock High School (2004 19th Street; Lubbock, TX 79401

Philip Johnson Tuition Scholarship 

This fund was established by Mr. & Mrs. Ray Diekemper to recognize Mr. Philip Johnson for his contributions as an engineering educator and as a participant in the petroleum engineering industry.

ELIGIBLE: Full-time student at Texas Tech University pursuing a BS degree in Petroleum Engineering
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• American citizen
• Financial need
• High personal integrity
• Scholastic potential or achievement
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, Department of Petroleum Engineering (Box 43111; Lubbock, TX 79409-3111)

Lion Heart Scholarship

This fund was established by Mr. Robert Snell to benefit outstanding graduating seniors of Trinity Christian High School who have been selected as recipients of the Lion Heart Award.

ELIGIBLE: Graduating Seniors of Trinity Christian High School
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Recipient of Trinity Christian High School Lion Heart Award
CONTACT: Principal, Trinity Christian High School (7002 Canton; Lubbock, TX 79413)

 

J. B. Mason Memorial Scholarship

This fund was established by Mr. Robert Snell in memory of  J.B. Mason to benefit outstanding graduating seniors of Lubbock High School who have been selected as recipients of the All-Westerner Award.

ELIGIBLE: Graduating Seniors of Lubbock High School
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Recipient of All Westerner Recognition
CONTACT: Principal or Counselor, Lubbock High School  (2004 19th Street; Lubbock, TX 79401)

Owen W. McWhorter Scholarship

This fund was established by Mr. & Mrs. Ray Diekemper in honor and now in memory of Mr. Owen McWhorter, founder of the McWhorter Cobb & Johnson law firm and a gentleman of high ethical standards. 

ELIGIBLE: TTU Law School Students
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Financial need
• Personal integrity
• Scholastic potential or achievement
• Dedication to making the world a better place in which to live
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, TTU School of Law (Box 40004; Lubbock, TX 79409)

Mr. & Miss Cooper High School Scholarship

This fund was established by Mr. Robert Snell to benefit outstanding graduating seniors of Cooper High School who have been selected as Mr. & Miss Cooper High School.

ELIGIBLE: Graduating Seniors of Coronado High School (Lubbock)
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Recipient of Mr. & Miss Cooper High School Recognition
CONTACT: Principal or Counselor, Cooper High School 

Mr. & Miss Coronado High School Scholarship

This fund was established by Mr. Robert Snell to benefit outstanding graduating seniors of Coronado High School who have been selected as Mr. & Miss Coronado High School.

ELIGIBLE: Graduating Seniors of Coronado High School (Lubbock)
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Recipient of Mr. & Miss Coronado High School Recognition
CONTACT: Principal or Counselor, Coronado High School (3307 Vicksburg; Lubbock, TX 79410)

Mr. & Miss Monterey High School Scholarship

This fund was established by Mr. Robert Snell to benefit outstanding graduating seniors of Monterey High School who have been selected as Mr. & Miss Monterey High School.

ELIGIBLE: Graduating Seniors of Monterey High School (Lubbock)
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Recipient of Mr. & Miss Monterey High School Recognition
CONTACT: Principal or Counselor, Monterey High School (3211 47th Street; Lubbock, TX 79413)

Joan Bailey Merritt Scholarship 

This scholarship was established by Mr. & Mrs. Ray Diekemper to honor Joan Bailey Merritt, a long time resident of Lubbock and head pediatric nurse at a local hospital for many years.

ELIGIBLE: Texas Tech University School of Nursing Students
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Financial need
• Personal integrity
• Scholastic potential or achievement
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, Texas Tech University School of Nursing (3601 4th Street, Stop 6264; Lubbock, TX 79430-6264)

Lubbock Art Association Scholarship 

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Founded in 1951, the Lubbock Art Association was a community based visual arts organization that played an active role in promoting the fine arts and art education in the South Plains region until its dissolution in 2003.   In furthering the Association’s efforts to strengthen the importance of the fine arts in this region for artists and art lovers, the Lubbock Art Association Scholarship Fund awards are made to talented young artists so they may continue their art education at the post-secondary level.

ELIGIBLE: Lubbock County seniors who plan to pursue art education at the post-secondary level.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Graduating senior of Lubbock County high school

• High School credits in advanced art courses
CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation or or any Lubbock County high school art teacher or counselor.

Lubbock Manufacturers Scholarship 

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Established through the combined efforts of a group of Lubbock manufacturers, the purpose of this scholarship is to promote the study and practice of industrial technologies and metal trades in the Lubbock area, provide educational opportunities for deserving students and provide a quality workforce in order for area manufacturers to grow and prosper.

ELIGIBLE: Lubbock County seniors who plan to pursue post-secondary education in industrial technology
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 for overall curriculum and 3.0 for Industrial Technology courses
• Exceptional interest, ability and aptitude to perform in the fields of Industrial Technology
CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation or Industrial Arts & Technology Teachers at Lubbock County high schools

Optimist Club Phoenix Award Scholarship 

This fund was established by the Lubbock Optimist Club to benefit area students who have dropped out and returned to graduate, have overcome obstacles that normally cause students to drop out, or who have achieved graduation in spite of severe circumstances in their lives.

ELIGIBLE: "At Risk" Lubbock metro area students.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Desire to graduate
• Obstacles and difficulties overcome in reaching graduation
• Academic performance
CONTACT: High School Counselor or Lubbock Optimist Club (P.O. Box 765; Lubbock, TX 79408)

Lubbock Independent School District - New Directions Scholarship 

This fund was established by Mrs. Lou Diekemper by to provide educational support to graduating New Directions seniors who wish to pursue some type of higher education.

ELIGIBILITY: Students graduating from New Directions who wish to pursue higher education
CONTACT: Principal - LISD New Directions (417 N. Akron; Lubbock, TX 79415)

Lubbock Women's Study Club Scholarships

Minnie Lee Garrett Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY: Students of the Texas Tech University College of Business Administration
TO APPLY: http://www.fina.ttu.edu/fai.asp 

Christine DeVitt Education Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY: Students of the Texas Tech University College of Education
TO APPLY: http://www.fina.ttu.edu/fai.asp 

Hortense & E. H. Boedeker Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY: Students of the Texas Tech University School of Law
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, TTU School of Law (Box 40004; Lubbock, TX 79409)

Helen DeVitt Jones Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY: Students of the Texas Tech University School of Nursing
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, TTU School of Nursing (3601 4th Street, Stop 6264; Lubbock, TX 79430-6264)

LWSC Engineering Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY: Students of the Texas Tech University College of Engineering
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, TTU College of Engineering (Box 43103; Lubbock, TX 79409-3103)

Christine DeVitt Medical Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY: Students of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
CONTACT: Office of the Dean, TTUHSC School of Medicine (Box 41081; Lubbock, TX 79409)

John T. Montford Scholarship 

We are fortunate to have many among us who have provided inspirational leadership and given of themselves to better our community.  In honor of these Lubbock heroes, the Lubbock Area Foundation hosts an Annual Hero's Luncheon to recognize their many great accomplishments.  This scholarship fund was established through contributions to the 2001 Hero's Luncheon honoring former State Senator and Texas Tech University Chancellor John Montford.

ELIGIBLE: Students at Texas Tech University and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• First Generation Students
CONTACT: Scholarship & Financial Aid Office, TTU (Box 45011; Lubbock, TX 79409) or TTU Health Science Center (3601 4th Street MS8310; Lubbock, TX 79409)

Theodore R. Phea, Sr. Tuition Scholarship 

This scholarship fund was established by Mr. & Mrs. Ray Diekemper to honor Theodore R. Phea, Sr., a long time civic and religious leader in Lubbock, and a man who many in our community believe led a life worthy of example.

ELIGIBLE: Students at Texas College in Tyler
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Financial need
• Personal integrity
• Scholastic potential or achievement
CONTACT: Director of Student Financial Aid, Texas College (2404 North Grand Ave.; P.O. Box 4500; Tyler, TX 75712-4500)

L. Edwin Smith Tuition Scholarship

This fund was established by Mr. & Mrs. Ray Diekemper to honor Mr. L. Edwin Smith, a Distinguished Alumnus of the Texas Tech University Accounting Program.

ELIGIBILITY: Accounting Majors at Texas Tech University
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Financial need
• Personal integrity
• Scholastic potential or achievement
TO APPLY:  http://www.fina.ttu.edu/fai.asp 

Texas Boys Ranch Scholarship

ELIGIBLE: Young men who have attended the campus at the Texas Boys’ Ranch and wish to pursue higher education
CONTACT: Executive Director, Children's Home of Lubbock/Texas Boys’ Ranch (P.O. Box 5665; Lubbock, TX 79408)

Cheryl Scott Thompson Scholarship 

This fund was established by Mr. & Mrs. Ray Diekemper in memory of Cheryl Scott Thompson.

ELIGIBLE: Students who are or will soon be graduates of Estacado High School
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• 3.0 GPA in academic subjects for their junior and senior years
• Preference given to students of black heritage
CONTACT: Principal or Counselor, Estacado High School (1504 Itasca; Lubbock, TX 79403)

Tomorrow Youth Endowment Scholarship

This fund was established by Mr. John Tye to support the educational endeavors of graduates of Lockney High School.

ELIGIBLE: Graduates of Lockney High School who are or will be attending Texas Tech University with a major in Engineering, Science or Business Administration
CONTACT: Principal, Lockney High School (Box 1058; Lockney, TX 79241)

Dunco R.E. "Peck" Williams Tuition Scholarship 

This scholarship was established by Mr. & Mrs. Ray Diekemper to honor R.E. "Peck" Williams who worked in the oil fields for many years and then later became the manager of the Dunco Oil Field Supply store in Levelland, Texas.

ELIGIBLE: History, Technology and Petroleum Technology Students at South Plain s College, Levelland
SELECTION CRITERIA:
• Financial need
• Personal integrity
• Scholastic potential or achievement
CONTACT: Office of Development, South Plains College (1401 College Ave.; Levelland, TX 79336)

Woman-to-Woman Scholarship                     

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This scholarship fund was established by Mrs. Lou Diekemper in order to provide support for women who are 50 years of age or older and find themselves in need of additional education or vocational training in order to obtain employment or to make a needed change in their current employment situation.  Financial need is the primary consideration, and the applicant must be in, or have made application to, a program of study leading to a degree or certificate. Applicants must be South Plains residents or attending a South Plains school.

The Woman-to-Woman Scholarship

application deadline

 is April 30th