Fred Murray Memorial Scholarship
Purpose of Scholarship
To help children of either Xerox Sales Agency Owners or full-time agency employees with the costs of higher education.Application Period
December 1 to February 28
Number and Size of Awards
One award of $1,500; may be split between two recipients. Award paid in one lump sum in the Fall and divided equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. Minimum award $500.
Allowed Use of Award
Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.
Eligibility Criteria
For children of either Xerox Sales Agency Owners or full-time agency employees who:- Are graduating from high school and continuing on to a two- or four-year college or who are currently enrolled in college pursuing an undergraduate degree, and
- Exemplify the characteristics of Fred Murray: integrity, honesty, leadership, trust, commitment, and dedication to work and family.
Application Process
To begin or continue your application, click here. This scholarship is one of dozens connected to our Consolidated Scholarship Application. Applying for this scholarship means you'll be considered for any other relevant opportunities within the Consolidated Application.Committee/Selection Process
The selection process is coordinated through the Community Foundation. A committee comprised of Community Foundation staff and community representatives reviews applications and selects the recipient(s). Note: Applicant names are sent to Xerox for confirmation of eligibility.Award Announcement and Payment
The Community Foundation emails an award notification with instructions for claiming the award to the recipient in the Spring. Payment is mailed to the school for the recipient’s account in one lump sum in the Fall and split between the Fall and Spring semesters once required documentation is received. To release the scholarship payment, upload the requested and required information including your class schedule and tuition bill verifying enrollment to the Community Foundation’s online Consolidated Scholarship Application between July 1 and August 15. Scholarships not claimed by February 15 in the assigned year will be forfeited. Email scholarships@racf.org with any questions or concerns.Renewability
This scholarship is not renewable; however, students may reapply each year they are eligible.Donor Information
Agent owners, Xerox colleagues, and other friends created this scholarship to memorialize Fred Murray and honor the commitment he had to education and knowledge. To learn more about Fred, click here.Questions?
Email Scholarships@racf.org or call 585.341.4350 for assistance.
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