When will I know if I will be awarded the scholarship?
You will get a letter in the mail confirming whether you have or have not received the scholarship before the end of the spring semester.
Questions? Please email [email protected].
Students applying must do the following
- Mail in a typed resume.
- Mail in a Letter of Intent stating why you are pursuing a technology-related field of study and how you can benefit from the scholarship, as well as goals and influences on your decision to pursue this course. Letter must be no more than one page, […]
How can I apply?
Apply by printing and filling out the application and mailing it to our office: 1000 Technology Drive, Suite 2000, Fairmont, WV 26554.
You may also scan the completed application, and email it to our office by sending it as an attachment to: [email protected].
What will I receive if I am awarded this scholarship?
Recipients of the High Technology Scholarship will receive an initial $500 scholarship that will be made payable directly to the student’s college at the start of their freshman year. Scholarship recipients may also be eligible to apply for a student loan that could be partially or fully forgiven if the student decides to […]
What are the requirements?
Applicants must be a high school senior preparing to pursue a technology related field of study. Applicants must be a resident of one of the following counties: Barbour, Brooke, Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Grant, Hancock, Harrison, Marion, Marshall, Mineral, Monongalia, Ohio, Pleasants, Preston, Ritchie, Taylor, Tucker, Tyler, Wetzel or Wood.
What is this scholarship for?
In order to support students pursuing a technology-related education, the ultimate goal of the High Technology Scholarship is to offer incentives that encourage students to work in West Virginia after obtaining a college education.
Can I discuss my grant proposal before it is submitted?
Yes. If you would like to discuss your grant proposal before submission, please contact our office by email at [email protected] or by phone at (304) 333-6783.
Are there any projects that the Mollohan Foundation will not support?
The Mollohan Foundation does not provide funding for “bricks and mortar” projects, i.e. we do not provide money for construction or renovation projects. Likewise, the Mollohan Foundation does not provide grants for general operating budgets, salaries, or overhead expenses. The Foundation also does not support annual campaign or general fundraisers.
Can I apply for the grant more than once?
Yes, but please be aware that the Foundation rarely awards funds to the same project twice.
When I submit my grant application, what documentation do I need to include?
Once you decide to apply for a grant through our Foundation, you should fill out the grant application. Along with the grant application, you should provide us with information about your organization and the program you are requesting funding for. You will want to include the organization’s primary mission and purpose, a brief […]