Scholarships
The Salem Education Foundation offers many scholarships that are made possible through endowments from our local community members.
Scholarship forms are available at your high school counselors office. Forms can also be printed from the website. Please visit the FORMS page to download and find instructions for submission. |
"Big" Kenny Alphin Music Scholarship
The "Big" Kenny Alphin music scholarship was established to assist a graduating Culpeper County Public School Senior in pursuing a career in music. Kenny Alphin graduated from Culpeper County High School and achieved success as a nationally known country music performer. The successful applicant may use the scholarship for college or university tuition/expenses. Checks will be payable to the institution for the account of the successful applicant. 2025 Recipient Izzy Hallberg Shenandoah University |
Ian and Mary Lou Phillips Scholarship
The Ian and Mary Lou Phillips scholarship was established to recognize a graduating senior of Culpeper or Rappahannock County that has demonstrated a significant commitment to leadership and organizational skills to improve their community. Ian and Mary Lou have both played significant roles in serving their community as volunteers to assist youth in achieving their goals, improve health care and community planning, strengthen community organizations and their church. The successful applicant may use the scholarship for college, university, vocational or trade school tuition and expenses. A letter of acceptance from an appropriate institution is required to claim the scholarship. Checks will be made payable to the institution for the account of the successful applicant. 2025 Recipient Kelsey Dugger James Madison University |
Bill Kyle Memorial Scholarship
The Bill Kyle Memorial Scholarship was established to recognize a graduating high school senior from Culpeper or Rappahannock County who has demonstrated a significant commitment to community service. Mr. Kyle was committed to serving his community and it is fitting that his legacy be carried forth. Successful applicants may use the scholarship for college, university, vocational or trade school tuition. A letter of acceptance from an appropriate institution is required to claim the scholarship. Checks will be made payable to the institution for the account of the successful applicant. 2025 Recipient Johnathan Johnson Averett University |
Gallo Criminal Justice Scholarship
The Gallo Criminal Justice Scholarship has been established to assist a Culpeper County youth who wishes to study criminal justice or to enhance the skills of existing Culpeper County law enforcement personnel. Phillip and Carol Gallo have made Culpeper County a second home for many years. It is their desire to contribute to the community by providing assistance to help strengthen the skills of public safety personnel. The successful applicant of this scholarship may use the money for college/university tuition and expenses. The check will be made payable to the institution for the account of the successful applicant. 2025 Recipient Kyndal Healey Laurel Ridge Community College |
William and Mary Strother Alphin Scholarship
The William and Mary Strother Alphin Scholarship assists a graduating Culpeper County Public School Senior in pursuing a career in Primary, Secondary or Early Childhood Development Education. The Alphins have demonstrated a longstanding interest in the education of our youth and it is fitting this legacy be carried forth. Successful applicants may use the scholarship for college or university tuition. Checks will be payable to the institution for the account of the successful applicant. 2024 Recipient Alycia McGuire Germanna Community College |
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Thornhill Family Scholarship
The Thornhill Family Scholarship was established to assist a Rappahannock County High School Graduating Senior in pursuing a college or university degree. The Thornhill Family has a long history of supporting Rappahannock County youth and this scholarship represents continuing dedication to youth and their development. A letter of acceptance from an appropriate institution is required to claim the scholarship. The check will be payable to the institution for the account of the successful candidate. 2025 Recipient Hugh Garner Christopher Newport University 
Phoenix Scholarship
The Phoenix Scholarship is offered to college students that are permanent residents of Culpeper or Rappahannock County, have completed at least one year toward their degree, and are in clear need of financial assistance to continue their course of study leading to the completion of their degree or professional certification. The program of study may be at an accredited institution. Checks are made payable to the institution for the account of the successful applicant. 2025 Recipient Kelsey Dugger James Madison University |
The Phillips-Yancey-Southard Scholarship
The Phillips-Yancey-Southard Scholarship rewards a graduating senior from Rappahannock or Culpeper County who has demonstrated true perseverance and determination when faced with unfair challenges and obstacles. Successful applicants may use the scholarship for college or university tuition. Checks will be payable to the institution for the account of the successful applicant. 2025 Recipient Grayson Parker Virginia Tech University 
The Paul Kite Yancey, Katie Baron Yancey and Mary Lou Yancey Phillips Phoenix Scholarship
The Paul Kite Yancey, Katie Baron Yancey and Mary Lou Yancey Phillips Phoenix Scholarship was established to recognize graduating high school seniors from Culpeper and Rappahannock Counties who demonstrate a financial need in which attending college would cause significant adverse circumstances, beyond their control, making it impossible to attend college without incurring significant debt. Paul and Katie Yancey were Culpeper dairy farmers who operated Mountain View Farm, located on both sides of Mount Zion Church Road. Successful applicants may use the scholarship for college, university, vocational or trade school tuition. 2025 Recipient Abigail Brown University of Virginia |
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