Halifax EMC Accepting Applications for the Retired Manager’s Scholarship

Posted: February 23, 2024 at 10:17 am

Halifax Electric Membership Corporation (Halifax EMC) is currently accepting applications for the Retired Manager’s Scholarship. This scholarship program is aimed at supporting the educational aspirations of current high school seniors whose parents or guardians are members of Halifax EMC.

Eligible applicants must be intending to enroll as full-time students in accredited North Carolina universities or colleges, including junior, community, vocational, or technical colleges.

“The Retired Manager’s Scholarship reflects Halifax EMC’s commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders and supporting their pursuit of higher education,” said Julia Allsbrook, manager of member services and community engagement at Halifax EMC. “We are dedicated to investing in the academic success of our community’s youth and providing them with opportunities to achieve their educational goals.”

The scholarship program aims to alleviate the financial burden associated with pursuing higher education and assist deserving students in reaching their academic potential. Halifax EMC will award scholarships to selected candidates based on their academic achievements, financial need, extracurricular involvement, and letters of recommendation.

To apply for the Retired Manager’s Scholarship, interested candidates can click here to access the application form and review the eligibility criteria. The deadline for submitting applications is April 1.

Halifax Electric Membership Corporation is a member-owned electric cooperative serving over 10,000 members in four counties of North Carolina. Since 1938, Halifax EMC has been dedicated to providing reliable electric service and supporting the communities it serves through various educational, economic development, and community outreach initiatives.