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The Rachel Donelson Chapter is committed to education, as are the National and State Societies. As such, there are many scholarships available through these groups.
All applicants must be citizens of the United States and must attend an accredited college or university in the United States. All applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter. The State Chairman of DAR Scholarships will assist in locating the nearest chapter. In Missouri, contact Ms. Shirley Brown. In addition, letters of recommendation are required from the principal, guidance counselor, and three teachers.
Awards are placed on deposit with the college or university; any unused portion shall be returned to the National Society. Awards are judged on academic excellence, commitment to field of study, and financial need. No affiliation with DAR is necessary unless specified.
The following scholarships are available from the Missouri State Society DAR:
- The MSSDAR Scholarship
- The Roberta Capps Scholarship: listed above as the American History Scholarship.
- The Irene and Leeta Wagy Memorial Scholarship: awarded to a young lady pursuing a degree in Education.
All applicants for the MSSDAR scholarships must be:
- in the upper 10 percent of the senior class of an accredited high school in Missouri
- a citizen of the United States of America and a resident of Missouri
- sponsored by a DAR chapter with a recommendation sent with the application
- recommended by the Principal, guidance counselor, and three teachers
The applicant must attend an accredited college or university in Missouri. Applicants for the Roberta Capps Scholarship may attend any accredited college or university.
The following scholarship is available from the Rachel Donelson Chapter:
- The Rachel Donelson Chapter Scholarship: an award in the amount of $500. Payment will be made directly to the college or university upon proof of enrollment. Scholarship must be used within one year of award or it is forfeited. Deadline December 1, to be sent to Mrs. Sally Napier Bueno, Rachel Donelson Scholarship Chairman.
The applicant shall be:
- A student, in the senior class of an accredited high school in southwest Missouri who is participating in JROTC and has a grade average of 3.0 or higher and has demonstrated the qualities of patriotism, leadership and love of country
- A citizen of the United States of America and a resident of southwest Missouri
- Recommended by the JROTC Unit Commander
- The applicant must attend an accredited college or university in Missouri
For more information about these awards, please contact the Scholarship Chairman of your local DAR chapter or your State Scholarship Chairman. The Rachel Donelson Scholarship Chairman is Mrs. Sally Napier Bueno. The Missouri State DAR Scholarship Chairman is Ms. Shirley Brown.