James R. Smith Scholarship Program
Education is a cornerstone of the Shareholder Services Association. The SSA has established the James R. Smith Scholarship Program to assist members' children and grandchildren who plan to continue education in college or vocational school programs. Renewable $1500 scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited institution of the student's choice.The application period is generally from November 1 to year-end each year. Participation in the program is open to dependent children and grandchildren of SSA members.
This scholarship program is administered by Scholarship Management Services, a department of Scholarship America. Scholarship America is a national nonprofit educational support and student aid service organization that seeks to involve and assist the private sector in expanding educational opportunities and encouraging educational achievement. Awards are granted without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, disability, or national origin.
2011 Scholarship Fundraising Events:
♦ 3rd Annual James R. Smith Scholarship Fund Golf Outing,September 12, 2011.
- Contests: putting, longest drive, closest to pin
- 50/50 Raffle
- Auction
- View the 2011 Golf Outing Highlight Video
- SSA Holiday Luncheon 50/50 Raffle, December 8, 2011.
Program Details
The application period is generally from November 1 to December 31. Applicants not selected in a previous year can reapply if still qualified.
Scholarship Information
Scholarship Application Instructions
Scholarship Application
Award Winners
Read about our previous scholarship recipients
2010 - Patrick Feeney
2009 - Matt Witman
2008 - Alicia Trezza
2007 - Heather A. Marsh
2006 - Allison Kirksey
2005 - Samantha O'Leary