Michigan DeMolay

College bound? Need some financial assistance to help with tuition? There are a number of scholarship opportunities that are available to Active DeMolays. This is an ever evolving database of information, so check back frequently.

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DeMolay Foundation of Michigan Scholarships
Type: Grant
Sponsor: The DeMolay Foundation of Michigan
Award: Variable amounts starting at $500.00
Eligibility: To be eligible to receive a scholarship from the Educational Endowment Fund of the DeMolay Foundation of Michigan, an applicant must be an active or senior DeMolay. Applicant must be a High School graduate (age 25 or younger), or a High School Senior who is pursuing a college education, who has made application to an accredited institution of higher learning. This grant is not available for graduate studies. This is a highly competitive grant, and cannot be given to all who apply.

Applicants will be considered for a number of scholarships that the Foundation manages, including the Mom Marie Cole Memorial Scholarship, the Grand Chapter Royal Arch of Michigan scholarship, the Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star scholarships, and others.
Repayment: Not required
Deadline: Must be postmarked by June 1
Application: Download the Application Here
More Information:
Dad Lyester D. Billhymer
DeMolay Foundation of Michigan, Inc.
Scholarship Committee
18144 Whitmore Drive
Clinton Township, MI 48035

DeMolay Foundation Scholarship

Type: Grant
Sponsor: The DeMolay Foundation, Inc.
Award: Variable
Eligibility: Awarded to member of the Order of DeMolay in good standing who are enrolled in an accredited institution. There is no limit as to how often the scholarship can be received.

Repayment: Not required, however, each recipient is asked to replace the amount received in order to perpetuate the fund.
Deadline: Applications must be received by April 1. Awarded based based on availability of funds.
More Information:
DeMolay Foundation, Incorporated
10200 NW Ambassador Drive
Kansas City, MO 64153
(816) 891-8333

Paul R. Kach, 33° DeMolay Essay Scholarship

Type: Grant

Sponsor: The estate of Paul R. Kach, 33°
Award: Sixteen Regional Prizes of $300.00 and two national grand prizes of $1,200.00 each; one award for each category.
Eligibility: Awarded to the active DeMolay who writes the best essay on the annual assigned topic. There are two categories- DeMolays in 11th grade and above; DeMolays in 10th grade and below.
Repayment: Not required
Deadline: Essay must be received by February 1.
More Information:
Michigan DeMolay
Paul R. Kach Essay Contest
P.O. Box 130345
Ann Arbor, MI 48113
866-MI-DeMolay

York Rite General Grand Chapter Royal Arch Scholarship

Type: Grant

Sponsor: York Rite General Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons
Award: $1,000
Eligibility: Awarded active or Senior DeMolays in support of post-baccalaureate education.
Repayment: Not required
Deadline: April 1
More Information:
DeMolay Foundation, Incorporated
10200 NW Ambassador Drive
Kansas City, MO 64153
(816) 891-8333

Knights Templar Educational Foundation

Type: Grant
Sponsor: The Grand Encampment, Knights Templar, USA
Award: Amount Determined by the Committee yearly
Eligibility: To be eligible to receive an award from the Knights Templar Education Foundation, Michigan Division, applicant must be pursuing a 2 or 4-year college degree, graduate or trades school education. The KTEF Committee, Michigan Division, shall consider all applicants without regard to age, race, religion, National origin, sex or Masonic ties or affiliations.

Applications will not be considered unless the following is complied with: Pages 1 thru 6 of this application completed, as applicable, with all required information and necessary attachments.

Official school transcript of your most recently completed academic term enclosed.

Deadline: Applications postmarked no later than April 15, 2007 for receipt of applications.

Mail completed application and all related paperwork to:
S. K. Vernon Barnhart, PGC
Secretary/Treasurer
9617 Riverside Drive
Grand Ledge, Ml 48837-2215

Leon M. Abbott Scholarship

Type: Grant
Sponsor: The Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Northern Masonic
Award: Grants vary. Generally $1,000 or more.
Eligibility: Awarded annually to the children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren of Scottish Rite Masons, and/or Michigan DeMolays, Rainbow Girls, and Job’s Daughters. Applicant must be a graduate of a public or private secondary/preparatory school. There is no limit as to how often the scholarship can be received. The scholarship is also available to majority members of DeMolay, Rainbow Girls, and Job’s Daughters.
Repayment: Not required
Deadline: Applications must be received by March 15.
More Information: Contact the Secretary of your closest Scottish Rite Valley.

Michigan Scottish Rite Scholarship

Type: Grant
Sponsor: Michigan Council of Deliberation, The Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction
Award: Grants vary. Generally $1000 or more.
Eligibility: Awarded annually to the children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren of Scottish Rite Masons, and/or Michigan DeMolays, Rainbow Girls, and Job’s Daughters. Applicant must be a graduate of a public or private secondary/preparatory school. There is no limit as to how often the scholarship can be received. The scholarship is also available to majority members of DeMolay, Rainbow Girls, and Job’s Daughters.
Repayment: Not required
Deadline: Applications must be received by March 15.
More Information: Contact the Secretary of your closest Michigan Scottish Rite Valley

Valley of Detroit, Charitable Foundation Scholarship

Type: Grant
Sponsor: Valley of Detroit, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction
Award: Grants vary. Generally $1,000 or more.
Eligibility: Awarded annually to the children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren of Scottish Rite Masons, and/or Michigan DeMolays, Rainbow Girls, and Job’s Daughters. Applicant must be a graduate of a public or private secondary/preparatory school. There is no limit as to how often the scholarship can be received. The scholarship is also available to majority members of DeMolay, Rainbow Girls, and Job’s Daughters.
Repayment: Not required
Deadline: Applications must be received by March 15.
More Information:
Valley of Detroit
907 Monroe Street
Dearborn, MI 48124-2309
(313) 831-7072
Toll Free 877-320-6432

The Wolcott Foundation, Inc.

Type: Conditional grant, Relocation assistance loan
Sponsor: High Twelve International
Award: Maximum grant covers tuition and fees for 36 hours of Master’s Degree study. An additional relocation assistance loan is available for a maximum of $1,800.00.
Eligibility: Awarded to graduate students at The George Washington University enrolled in either the School of Business and Public Management or the Elliott School of International Affairs. Applicants must have obtained a B.A. or B.S. from an accredited college or university and have a “B” average.
Repayment: Tuition and fees are considered a grant if, upon graduation, recipient works four years in government, or international service or is employed in international business approved by the Trustees of theFoundation; otherwise repayment is required.
Deadline: Applications are available from October 1st to February 1st of each year and must be submitted by February 15 for the following Fall admission.
More Information:
Ms. Geri Rypkema, Director
Office of Fellowships and Graduate Student Support
George Washington University
Washington, DC 20052
(202) 994-6822

Tall Cedars Of Lebanon Scholarships

Type: Grant
Sponsor: The Supreme Forest, Tall Cedars of Lebanon of North America
Award: Three awards at $1,000.00 each
Eligibility: A member of Rainbow, DeMolay or Job’s Daughters in a state where a Tall Cedars Forest exists; or the son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter of a Tall Cedar in good standing may apply. Must be accepted as a full-time student in any associate, baccalaureate degree, technical or vocational program. Additional criteria, includes required letters of recommendation.
Repayment: Not required
Deadline: March 1. All scholarship money will be paid directly to educational institution.
More Information:
Tall Cedars of Lebanon
2609 N. Front St.
Harrisburg, PA 17110

National League Of Masonic Clubs, Inc.

Type: Grant
Sponsor: National League Of Masonic Clubs, Inc.
Award: Four grants awarded annually in the amount of $1,000.00 each.
Eligibility: Awarded to members of a Masonic club, which is affiliated with the National League of Masonic Clubs. The grant is also available to the children or grandchildren of members of such clubs. Must be an entering a college, university, vocational, or technical institution.
Repayment: Repayment is voluntary, but highly desired to replenish and make funds available to others.
Deadline: Application deadline is April 15.
More Information:
Mr. Harry Miller
Scholarship Chairman
2004 Black Oak Drive
Red Lion, PA 17356
(717) 755-1238

Grotto/DeMolay Dental Scholarship

Type: Grant
Sponsor: The International Grotto, M.O.V.P.E.R.
Award: Four scholarships of $1,500.00 each.
Eligibility: Awarded to members of the Order of DeMolay enrolled in a dental, medical, or pre-medical program at an accredited institution. There is no limit as to how often the scholarship can be received.
Repayment: Not required, however, each recipient is asked to replace the amount received in order to perpetuate the fund.
Deadline: Applications must be received by April 1.
More Information:
DeMolay Foundation, Incorporated
Attn.: Grotto Dental Scholarship
10200 North Ambassador Drive
Kansas City, MO 64153
(816) 891-8333