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Don Poier Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Don Poier Memorial Scholarship Program was created in 2006 in honor of the Memphis Grizzlies' legendary broadcaster. Don was the "voice" of the Vancouver Grizzlies from 1995-2001 and the Memphis Grizzlies from 2001 until his untimely death in January of 2005.
Don brought a passion for the game that was second to none. He was a treasured member of the Grizzlies, beloved by family, friends, athletes and fans throughout his career, which spanned two countries, three decades, dozens of teams, thousands of games and countless sporting events. Don is remembered for his wit, charm and warmth, but most of all for his genuine love of family and friends and the game of basketball.
The Don Poier Memorial Scholarship is designed to assist Memphis City Schools students who are interested in pursuing a degree in journalism and/or broadcasting. One scholarship will be awarded each year during the student's second semester of his/her senior year of high school and would be used towards the student's freshman year of college.
In order to qualify, students must matriculate to an accredited institution of higher education with the intent to pursue one of the aforementioned degrees. Students may apply during their senior year of high school. The deadline for applications is Friday, February 19, 2010.
In order to qualify, students must have maintained a minimum 3.0 GPA and minimum 17 ACT score.
Memphis City Schools students interested in the program must submit the following: Applications are due no later than 5 p.m. Feb. 19, 2010.
The following criteria will be used to evaluate candidates: - excellence in academic performance
- community interest and active citizenship
- personal statement articulating interest in a career in journalism or broadcasting
- acceptance to accredited college, university or post-secondary institution
Scholarship recipients would be entitled to: - $1,500 award to use toward tuition at accredited institution of higher education during student's freshman year
- invitation to participate in shadow experience with Memphis Grizzlies' broadcast department during the student's freshman year fall, winter or spring break (dates/times to be determined)
- recognition as scholarship winner at Memphis Grizzlies home game in March 2010
- dinner with family members and Poier family upon announcing scholarship award
A complete application will include: - a completed application form
- letter describing why you are applying for the scholarship and describing your career goals as they relate to your educational plans (please limit to one page)
- most recent high school
- copy of your Students Aid Report and Excepted Family Contribution information, which you will receive when you complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- copy of your ACT and/or SAT scores
Your application and all related attachments must be received in the offices of the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis by 5 p.m. Feb. 19, 2010.
Amount of awards in 2007: $1,500 total
Amount of awards in 2008: $1,500 total
Amount of awards in 2009: $1,500 total
Range of all awards: $1,500 total
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