Each year, USMRA awards scholarships to recognize excellence in leadership, service to community, and patriotism. Applicants are the son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of a USMRA member and must meet other strict criteria to be considered for this award. After due consideration of the applications, it is the decision of the 2009 USMRA Scholarship Committee that Craig Anderson son of Jim Anderson Kelly Chapman daughter of Kim Chapman be recognized as the winners for 2009. Each of these exemplary students will receive a $500 scholarship award. The 2009 USMRA Scholarship Committee wishes to thank the membership for the honor of having served in this capacity. We have once again had the opportunity to see first hand some outstanding young adults who have distinguished themselves by their pursuit of excellence and their willingness to serve their fellows. We also witnessed the tremendous comradeship and generosity of so many Rangers. Because of them, USMRA is able to award these scholarships. Indeed, Rangers Lead the Way! Respectfully submitted: Ranger J.D. Kirby Ranger Brian Cunningham Ranger Bob Williams

U. S. Mountain Ranger Association Scholarship Program

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The USMRA will award two $500 scholarships each year. The winners will be announced at the 5th RTB Open House.

Prerequisites are:

· Be the son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of a USMRA member.

· Be a graduating senior of a recognized public or private school or a home schooled senior student preparing to enter an accredited college or other post secondary institution.

· Be nominated in writing by a USMRA member.

· Submit an application packet including all the following:

· Biographical summary or resume of any or all of the following: extra curricular activities, civic or community services activities, religious or secular humanitarian service work.

· Written verification of qualification for graduation (from school counselor or home school teacher).

· A statement from the nominating USMRA member denoting why the applicant should be considered.

· A 500 word essay, typed or neatly written. The subject for the essay is “What Can I Do to Be A Better Citizen?” The essay should be written in first person, singular. The intent of the essay is to convey the applicant’s beliefs and values.

· Include applicant name and applicant phone number on all submitted documents.

· Once submitted, packets become property of USMRA and will not be returned to the applicants. Incomplete packets will not be considered.

· The checks will be awarded to the selected individuals upon proof of acceptance to an accredited college or post secondary education institution. If this is available at the time of packet submission, it should also be included.

· Scholarship application deadline is the April meeting.

Packets can be mailed to:

Brian Cunningham
P.O. Box 208
Gainesville, GA 30503

E-mail: ranger270@gmail.com

Donations can be sent to:
USMRA, 1 Camp Frank D. Merrill, Dahlonega, GA 30533