The Troop 626 Eagle Scout Scholarship offers a one time monetary award towards college expenses to a Troop 626 Eagle Scout. While the focus is on scouts in high school, the scholarship is open to applications from Troop 626 alumni who are already attending college, so long as they are currently active in Scouting. The selection is based on the applicant’s contributions to Troop 626, Venture Crew 1626, or a Boy Scout affiliated organization after having attained the rank of Eagle.

The purpose of the Eagle Scout Scholarship is to recognize exceptional dedication to Troop 626 and Scouting by an Eagle Scout after the achievement of the rank of Eagle. The scholarship hopes to encourage Troop 626 Eagle Scouts to continue their involvement in the Scouting program, and especially to provide leadership to Troop 626 after achieving Eagle Scout rank. Eagle Scouts who remain active in the Troop set an exemplary example to the younger Scouts in the Troop. The scholarship attempts to recognize the Eagle Scout for supporting the Troop beyond Eagle and to recognize early potential for a lifetime involvement with Scouting.

The Award

• A one time financial disbursement will be made the summer previous to enrollment in the recipient's next school year*
• The monetary amount of the award will vary year to year between $100.00 and $500.00 based on benefactor contributions and Troop contributions.
• The recipient’s name will go on a plaque that is displayed at Windwood Presbyterian Church
• A letter will be mailed to any secondary school and/or institutions of higher education where the recipient has applied, notifying the admissions committee of the award and its significance;
• The recipient and all applicants will receive a scouting memento during a Troop 626 Court of Honor in recognition of their achievements.
• An announcement will be made in the Windwood Presbyterian Church newspaper and Troop 626 newsletter.
• Previous recipients are eligible and encouraged to apply for the scholarship multiple times.

Application Criteria:The Award

• Have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout
• Be considered a member of active standing of Troop 626, Venture Crew 1626 or affiliated scouting group
• Be a part or full time student in high school or a university
• Demonstrate high moral character and Scout Spirit

Applicants must:The Award

1. Complete the Troop 626 Eagle Scholarship application.
2. Write 2 essays, a minimum 500 word each on the prescribed topics.
3. Submit two (2) letters of recommendation – one being a letter from a scouting leader.

Application Essays:The Award

1. Describe your involvement in Troop 626 since achieving Eagle Scout, how you supported the leadership goals of the Troop 626 and the Boy Scouts of America.
   
   
2. Why was it important to you to continue your involvement with Troop 626 after earning Eagle Scout? How do you feel continued involvement with Scouting in high school, college, and beyond positively impacts our community?

Parents, Troop 626 Boy Scouts, and friends of Troop 626 are encouraged to donate to this scholarship fund at any time. The account is held in a seperate Troop Scholarship account. The Troop Treasurer, Sharon Kiel, has the account number and information. Checks made out to "Boy Scouts of America, Troop 626 - Scholarship Fund" may be deposited directly at the bank. There is currently only enough money for one scholarship. Let's help it grow!