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Mykea Rainey Memorial Scholarship

Community Foundation of Greater Memphis

The scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to outstanding graduating seniors of Shelby County Schools high schools who have participated in volunteer activities and have been accepted at an accredited vocational or technical school, two-year, or four-year college or university.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Graduating seniors
  • Minimum GPA:
    2.0
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • School:
    Be graduating seniors of Shelby County Schools high schools
  • College:
    Be accepted by and plan to attend an accredited vocational or technical school, two-year, or four-year college or university
  • Extracurricular:
    Be involved in the community through volunteer activities with a nonprofit or other community group

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    One-page personal statement outlining education or career goals
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Two current letters of recommendation, including one from a nonprofit or community group where the student has a history of volunteer work
  • Other Materials:
    Completed Community Foundation of Greater Memphis scholarship application form; Copy of your ACT and/or SAT scores; Copy of your Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) Student Aid Report (SAR) and Expected Family Contribution (EFC) information, OR your College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile.

Contact Information

  • Phone: (901) 728-4600