CFG ScholarBank

Any undergraduate or graduate student who is attending a college or university in Virginia and studying creative media (video production, content creation, video editing, audiovisual work, multimedia specialization, videography, multimedia journalism, or documentary filmmaking) may apply for this scholarship opportunity.

Any undergraduate student in Virginia or North Carolina who has non-profit or volunteering experience, as well as a history of work while in school, may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Applicants should put the needs of others before their own and should have a long-term goal of respect and professionalism.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Nancy B. Shirley by supporting students who share her passion for nursing.

Any undergraduate student pursuing an undergraduate degree in nursing at San Jose State University, George Mason University, Virginia Tech, Virginia Commonwealth University, James Madison University, or Northern Arizona University may apply for this scholarship.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Paula C. Collie by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in education.

Any first-generation student in Virginia who is pursuing a degree in education may apply for this scholarship. 

The Virginia School Boards Association is holding a personal essay/speaking contest where the first-
place winner will present their essay before an audience of more than 200 school board members and administrators at the 2026 VSBA Conference on Education held July 16 at the Wyndham Virginia Beach
Oceanfront Hotel in Virginia Beach.

This scholarship is available to former EDMS students who plan to attend a two-year college or technical program after graduation.

The Connie Mae Bryce Scholarship will be awarded to a student who attended Byrd Elementary School who has dedicated time and effort to their school and community while maintaining a GPA of at least 2.5 and with plans to attend an accredited college, university, trade, or vocational school.

The Emily Cashion Hughes Scholarship was established in her memory. Mrs. Hughes was a CCPS school counselor for over twenty years. This scholarship is for graduating seniors for technical school tuition, skills trade training for HVAC repair, or any skilled trade or technical education.

A scholarship for female students in Chesterfield County. An essay about pursuing a career in the education field is required.

INTEREST IN TECHNOLOGY CAREERS
Demonstrate a sustained interest in technology careers. This can be shown through one or more of the
following:
• Participation in technology-related coursework (e.g., computer science, engineering, robotics).
• Involvement in tech-focused extracurricular activities (e.g., coding clubs, STEM competitions,
internships, tech camps).
• Personal projects or community initiatives related to technology.