Do you know about the outstanding Ernie Davis Memorial Scholarship? If you are in a high school in Chemung County or Corning, NY, you should not miss this excellent opportunity. Ernie Davis Scholarship Committee is now happily expecting applications for its marvelous Ernie Davis Scholarships. Applicants must seniors attending high school in Chemung County or Corning, NY, and active in academics and athletics. Students are asked either to develop a project to spread the word about Ernie Davis’s legacy or to volunteer for 44 hours while spreading the word.
The purpose of the scholarship is to support the athlete students in doing better in their careers and their passion. A group of local educators and community members familiar with Ernie Davis’s legacy began to raise funds to construct a statue in his honor. The resulting memorial was dedicated in 1988. One year later, the Ernie Davis Memorial Scholarship was established. It continues today with the support of the local community. The main aim of these scholarships is to benefit and teach society about the great work of Ernie Davis.
Ernie Davis (1939 – 1963) was a talented, dedicated athlete and a role model both on and off the field. Born in New Salem, Pennsylvania, in 1939, he moved to Elmira, New York with his mother and stepfather at the age of twelve. Though he starred in basketball, baseball, and football at Elmira Free Academy, Ernie approached every day as a team player. Marty Harrigan (1922 – 2005), Ernie’s high school football coach, was born in Dalton, Massachusetts. A talented athlete in football, baseball, and hockey, he turned to a career in coaching after serving in the Marine Corps in World War II. Marty earned a Purple Heart during the battle of Iwo Jima in the South Pacific.
Brief Description
Take a look at the table below for more details of the scholarships:
| Organization | Ernie Davis |
| Educational Level | Athlete students |
| Subjects | Any |
| Amount | Multiple |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | Undefined |
| City | NY |
| Nationality | Domestic and International |
| Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | April 1, 2021 |
| Application Fees | Nil |
| Requirement | Application, References, Test scores |
Who May Be Eligible?
Check the requirements below to confirm your eligibility:
- Applicants must seniors attending high school in Chemung County or Corning, NY, and active in academics and athletics.
- Students are asked either to develop a project to spread the word about Ernie Davis’s legacy or to volunteer for 44 hours while spreading the word.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should apply for the program by downloading an application. Any candidate applying to the Ernie Davis Scholarship is encouraged to seek a mentor while working on completing the project or volunteer service. The Ernie Davis Scholarship Committee can help to connect students with community mentors to guide with their efforts. Please contact the committee directly at ernie.davis.scholarship@gmail.com. Applicants need to submit all the required details and materials to the Community Foundation, 301 S. Main S, Horseheads, NY 14845.
Supporting Documents
- A completed application form (it is important to answer ALL appropriate questions)
- Reflection essay questions (see application form for questions and specifications)
- Two reference letters that speak to the qualities and characteristics exhibited by Ernie Davis the applicant shares that.
- Activity Listing/Resume (see an application for details) and a transcript that includes a GPA of 80 or higher, class rank, and SAT/ACT scores if available.
- A copy of your parent/legal guardian’s most recent tax return and a copy of any material used for project/volunteer service.
Benefits
The benefits of these scholarships are given below:
The Ernie Davis Scholarship – Up to $15,000 throughout the recipient’s attendance at a 4-year college.
– Up to $7,500 throughout the recipient’s attendance at a 2-year college.
The Marty Harrigan Scholarship – Up to $6,000 over the course of the recipient’s attendance at a 4-year college.
– Up to $3,000 throughout the recipient’s attendance at a 2-year college.
Application Deadline
Applications should be submitted before April 1, 2021. No late or incomplete applications will be accepted to review.
