The Reverend Dr. Robert G. and Mrs. Amanda B. Murray Scholarship
About this Scholarship:
The Reverend Dr. Robert G. and Mrs. Amanda B. Murray Scholarship Ministry (“The Murray Scholarship”) was established in 2017 by the Pastor’s Anniversary Committee under the leadership of the First Baptist Church Diaconate. The Murray Scholarship is a church-supported ministry.
This scholarship was set up to honor Pastor Robert Murray and Mrs. Amanda Murray and to recognize their life-long commitment to education. The primary purpose of the Murray Scholarship is to assist young people in pursuit of higher education.
The Murray scholarship will be awarded to one graduating senior annually. Scholarship award will be made payable to the educational institution and sent directly to the designated school of attendance. Scholarship money may be used for tuition, books, or room and board.
Scholarship applications can be obtained from the First Baptist Church office (757-622-6701) or online at www.firstbaptistnorfolk.org. Completed applications must be submitted no later than March 31, 2022.
About this Scholarship:
The Reverend Dr. Robert G. and Mrs. Amanda B. Murray Scholarship Ministry (“The Murray Scholarship”) was established in 2017 by the Pastor’s Anniversary Committee under the leadership of the First Baptist Church Diaconate. The Murray Scholarship is a church-supported ministry.
This scholarship was set up to honor Pastor Robert Murray and Mrs. Amanda Murray and to recognize their life-long commitment to education. The primary purpose of the Murray Scholarship is to assist young people in pursuit of higher education.
The Murray scholarship will be awarded to one graduating senior annually. Scholarship award will be made payable to the educational institution and sent directly to the designated school of attendance. Scholarship money may be used for tuition, books, or room and board.
Scholarship applications can be obtained from the First Baptist Church office (757-622-6701) or online at www.firstbaptistnorfolk.org. Completed applications must be submitted no later than March 31, 2022.
The AUSBORN BRUCE WILLIAMS SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a graduating senior, who is a member of First Baptist Church, Bute St. Norfolk, Virginia. The applicant must also be a graduate who falls into one of the following categories:
Please complete the following application, including a 250–500-word essay
Choose one topic below:
email your essay to the First Baptist Church Scholarship Committee at keishabw@gmail.com by May 1, 2023.
- A graduate who will attend a Community College in the fall
- A graduate who will attend a Trade School in the fall
Please complete the following application, including a 250–500-word essay
Choose one topic below:
- What Does First Baptist Church Mean to You
- Where Do You See Yourself in 5-7 Years
email your essay to the First Baptist Church Scholarship Committee at keishabw@gmail.com by May 1, 2023.
In loving memory of Rev. Jerry L. Holmes’ mother’s passion to help others and unselfishly give of herself, the HELEN M. TYLER SCHOLARSHIP will be awarded to a First Baptist Church, Bute St. graduating high school senior who demonstrates a desire to serve.
In addition to completing the application, please attach a copy of your high school transcript, a copy of your college acceptance letter, and a letter of recommendation from a member of First Baptist Church or any other volunteer organization, who can attest to your active participation and will to serve.
The application deadline is 5/1/23. APPLICATION PACKAGES WHICH DO NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Please submit the completed application by email to Keishabw@gmail.com by 5/1/23. The winners will be announced at the Graduate Luncheon June 4, 2023
In addition to completing the application, please attach a copy of your high school transcript, a copy of your college acceptance letter, and a letter of recommendation from a member of First Baptist Church or any other volunteer organization, who can attest to your active participation and will to serve.
The application deadline is 5/1/23. APPLICATION PACKAGES WHICH DO NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Please submit the completed application by email to Keishabw@gmail.com by 5/1/23. The winners will be announced at the Graduate Luncheon June 4, 2023
The ARCHER SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a graduating high school senior with the greatest financial need, who is a member of the First Baptist Church, Bute Street, Norfolk, Virginia.
In addition to completing the application, please attach a copy of your high school transcript, a letter of recommendation from a member of First Baptist Church, who can attest to your active participation in church activities, and a copy of your college acceptance letter. APPLICATION PACKAGES WHICH DO NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The application deadline is May 1st .
Please email the completed application to Sister Keisha Ward at keishabw@gmail.com The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon on June 4, 2023
In addition to completing the application, please attach a copy of your high school transcript, a letter of recommendation from a member of First Baptist Church, who can attest to your active participation in church activities, and a copy of your college acceptance letter. APPLICATION PACKAGES WHICH DO NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The application deadline is May 1st .
Please email the completed application to Sister Keisha Ward at keishabw@gmail.com The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon on June 4, 2023
The MARY A. CORDON SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a female graduating senior, who is a member of First Baptist Church, Bute St. Norfolk, Virginia. The applicant must also be a graduate who falls into the following categories:
(1) A female graduate who has been accepted and will attend a four-year university in the fall.
(2) Child of a Single Parent
(3) Demonstrates a Financial Need
(4) Demonstrates Community Service
(5) GPA 2.5 and higher
In addition to completing the application and essay, please attach a copy of your high school transcript and a copy of your college acceptance letter. APPLICATION PACKAGES WHICH DO NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The application deadline is May 1, 2023
Please email the completed application to Sister Keisha Ward at keishabw@gmail.com The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon June 4, 2023.
Please complete the following application, including a 250–500-word essay:
“The Love of a Mother is…….”
(1) A female graduate who has been accepted and will attend a four-year university in the fall.
(2) Child of a Single Parent
(3) Demonstrates a Financial Need
(4) Demonstrates Community Service
(5) GPA 2.5 and higher
In addition to completing the application and essay, please attach a copy of your high school transcript and a copy of your college acceptance letter. APPLICATION PACKAGES WHICH DO NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The application deadline is May 1, 2023
Please email the completed application to Sister Keisha Ward at keishabw@gmail.com The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon June 4, 2023.
Please complete the following application, including a 250–500-word essay:
“The Love of a Mother is…….”
The GLASS SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a graduating senior, who is a member of First Baptist Church, Bute St. Norfolk, Virginia. The applicant must also be a graduate who falls into one of the following categories:
Please email the completed application to Sister Keisha Ward at keishabw@gmail.com The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon June 4, 2023.
- A graduate who has been accepted into a four year university for the fall.
- A graduate who will pursue a degree in the social sciences preferably social work
Please email the completed application to Sister Keisha Ward at keishabw@gmail.com The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon June 4, 2023.
The WILLIAM E. CORDON SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a male graduating senior, who is a member of First Baptist Church, Bute St. Norfolk, Virginia. The applicant must also be a graduate who falls into the following categories:
(1) A male graduate who has been accepted and will attend a four-year university in the fall.
(2) Child of a Single Parent
(3) Demonstrates a Financial Need
(4) Demonstrates Community Service
(5) GPA 2.5 and higher
In addition to completing the application and essay, please attach a copy of your high school transcript and a copy of your college acceptance letter. APPLICATION PACKAGES WHICH DO NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The application deadline is May 1st
Please email the completed application to Sister Keisha Ward at keishabw@gmail.com The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon, June 4, 2023
Please complete the following application, including a 250–500-word essay:
“Who’s your hero as a Father?”
(1) A male graduate who has been accepted and will attend a four-year university in the fall.
(2) Child of a Single Parent
(3) Demonstrates a Financial Need
(4) Demonstrates Community Service
(5) GPA 2.5 and higher
In addition to completing the application and essay, please attach a copy of your high school transcript and a copy of your college acceptance letter. APPLICATION PACKAGES WHICH DO NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The application deadline is May 1st
Please email the completed application to Sister Keisha Ward at keishabw@gmail.com The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon, June 4, 2023
Please complete the following application, including a 250–500-word essay:
“Who’s your hero as a Father?”
The BUTLER SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a graduating senior, who is a member of First Baptist Church, Bute St. Norfolk, Virginia. The applicant must also be a graduate who falls into one of the following categories:
Please complete the following application, including your college acceptance letter, and email it to the First Baptist Church Scholarship Committee at keishabw@gmail.com by May 1, 2023. The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon on June 4, 2023
- A graduate who has been accepted into Norfolk State University for the fall.
- A graduate who has been accepted into any HBCU for the fall
- A graduate who is a former student of READY Academy in Norfolk, Va.
Please complete the following application, including your college acceptance letter, and email it to the First Baptist Church Scholarship Committee at keishabw@gmail.com by May 1, 2023. The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at the graduation luncheon on June 4, 2023
