JAMES B. COLLINS MEMORIAL FUND INC.


JAMES B. COLLINS MEMORIAL FUND
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM



Objective





The Scholarship Program within the James B. Collins Memorial Fund, Inc. (JBCMF) recognizes graduating high school seniors for academic achievement and community service. It provides financial assistance to help deserving students accomplish their future educational goals. The JBCMF does this in recognition of the continuing need to promote higher education for future generations.












Recognition



JBCMF was established in 2009 to honor the life of Mr. James B. Collins. He was employed with the U. S. Navy in Millington, TN. He excelled in the field of financial management and was a mentor to many. Mr. Collins was an advocate for education and continual professional development. He never sought to gain recognition, but appreciated it when he was recognized. As a way of honoring his life and love for education, the JBCMF established the Scholarship program in his name to give deserving high school seniors the opportunity to attend schools of higher learning.

This is a one-time award. Written evidence of college

acceptance, admittance or enrollment is required before disbursement of the scholarship check(s). The award presentations and names of scholarship recipients may be publicized at JBCMF meetings, in newsletters, press releases and at www.jamesbcollinsmemorialfund.org.



Award Criteria/Submission Requirements



• Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the final half of his/her school year, or a high school graduate within six months of the application deadline.

• Applicant must aspire to attend an institution of higher learning.

• Applicant must have a financial need (must be dis- cussed in essay portion of application to maximize points).

• Applicant must have an academic grade point average of 2.5 or higher.

• Applicant must provide service to his/her community.

• Application must be submitted on the current JBCMF Scholarship Form. Incomplete applications or submis- sions that do not follow the submission criteria will not be processed or considered for evaluation.

• Applicant must include two letters of recommendation from: (1) high school principal, academic dean, or guidance counselor and (2) a high school teacher.

• Applicant must include documentation of grade point average and must submit SAT and/or ACT scores.

• Applicant may attach any documentation of leadership honors and/or community service recognition.

• Applicant may attach documentation evidencing any advanced placement or college level courses.



Deadline



JBCMF must receive applications, together with

necessary attachments, by no later than February 27, 2026 to be considered by the selection panel. No exceptions to this deadline will be allowed. Any incomplete applications or applications received after this date will not be considered for selection. Complete applications shall be e-mailed or mailed to the addresses listed below.













Award Selection Procedures



Applicant's scholastic achievements, service to the community, leadership ability, extracurricular activities, career/academic goals and financial need will be considered and must be documented in letters of recommendation and summarized in the essay sections of the application form. Contact the committee at jbcollinsmemorialfund@yahoo.com for assistance with questions about completing your application. A selection panel, chaired by a member of the JBCMF Scholarship Committee, will review all applications received and make final recommendations to the JBCMF Board of Directors, who will approve the final award winners. Awardees will be notified in spring 2026 if they have been awarded a scholarship. No phone calls please. Checks are mailed no later than June 2026, after a school acceptance letter has been received.

When selecting individuals to receive this award, it is the policy of the JBCMF not to discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protect-ed by applicable federal, state or local law.



For More Information



Application forms may be obtained from www.JamesBCollinsMemorialFund.org

Inquiries may be e-mailed to jbcollinsmemorialfund@yahoo.com


Send Submissions to:

jbcollinsmemorialfund@yahoo.com or James B. Collins Memorial Fund, Inc.

Attn: Scholarship Program 4010 N. Tonya Marie Cove Bartlett, TN 38135













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James B. Collins Memorial Fund, Inc.
Scholarship Application

(Applications, including attachments, must be received by February 27, 2026, all data must be complete)


Please type or print legibly Applicant (Student) Data
Name:______________________________________________________ Telephone: (_____) _______________________

FIRST M.I. LAST Alternate Number ( __ )______________Home Address: (Include Zip Code) ______________________________________________________________________________________________ _________
E-Mail Address: __________________________
Anticipated School Choices: 1st Choice: _____________________________ 2nd Choice:________________________________
Anticipated Field of Study: _________________________ (Major)
Scholastic Achievements: Grade Point _________ of Maximum _________ (Attach documentation)
Class Standing ________ of ________.
ACT/SAT Test Scores (Attach documentation) You need only one, but you may include both. If you did not take one of the tests, please indicate by inserting “N/A
.” SAT Testing Date ________________ACT Testing Date ________________ SAT Score _________ ACT Score___________
How did you hear about the James B. Collins Memorial Fund, Inc.
Scholarship________________________________________________________________________
This is the only form that may be utilized to submit an application.




In 150 words or fewer, please provide comments on your leadership ability and activities of service to the community (applicant may attach documentation of any leadership honors or recognition of service to the community):








Provide an essay of 250 words or fewer. Essay must address Career/Academic Goals and Financial Need (for example, (1) student receives no parental or financial support (2) student’s parents are unemployed (3) student is single parent (4) student is head of household (5) student is independent (6) student is dependent living with single parent (7) student is unemployed (8) student is in foster care, homeless or an orphan). What do you want to accomplish? What specific circumstances prompt the need for financial support?












James B. Collins Memorial Fund, Inc. Scholarship Application Checklist


Full Name_____________________________________________________

Street Address:__________________________________________________

Email Address:___________________________________________________

Phone Number:___________________________________________________
Place this check list on top of your Scholarship Application. Check each corresponding box that has been completed to ensure your submission will be accepted for consideration.

[ ] Documentation for your grade point

[ ] Documentation for your ACT/SAT results

[ ] Completed Essay

[ ] Two letters of recommendation[ ] Completed application

[ ] Verified correct mailing address and phone numbers

[ ] Mailed before due date
Thank you for the submission of the JBCMF scholarship application.
For Official Use Only 2026




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