To recognize outstanding graduating high school seniors from selected Middle Georgia public high schools. To provide financial assistance to these graduates for study at accredited post-secondary institutions.
Each selected high school may nominate seniors from the graduating class.
1. Applications must be submitted on Diamonds On Our Mind Foundation form. Photocopies are acceptable.
2. Applicant must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
3. Applicant must submit a certified sealed copy of their transcript.
4. Applications must be planning to enter an accredited post-secondary institution during the academic year following graduation.
5. Applicant must have a letter of recommendation from the school principal and one from the counselor or academic dean.
6. Applications and letters of recommendation must be addressed to:
Mr. Andra Howard, Secretary
P.O. Box 4
Macon, Georgia 31202
Applications must be received at the above address on or before the date indicated on the transmittal letter with all requested information enclosed to be considered for the scholarship.
7. Write at least 250 words essay stating why you are deserving of receiving this scholarship.
The scholarship committee will determine winners through evaluation of each applicant on an evaluative scale. Each awardee will be presented with a scholarship check once the committee receive a letter of enrollment from the school in which they are attending.
Awards will be announced and presented at an appropriate program sponsored by the local chapter.