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Lumbee River EMC Scholarships

Lumbee River EMC Scholarships

Lumbee River EMC created a scholarship program to help students continue their education. Since the program began, LREMC has invested over $1,000,000 in scholarships to support students in our community.

 

Questions? Email scholarships@lumbeeriver.com

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New to scholarships? Here is the simplest way to think about it:

  • You apply online.
  • If selected, Lumbee River EMC sends the money directly to your school.
  • The funds help pay for education costs (tuition, fees, etc.).

Deadline + who can apply

  • Deadline: First Friday of March
  • You can apply if you are a Lumbee River EMC member, or if your parent/guardian is a member (the account must be in their name).
  • You must start school in the fall of the year you receive the scholarship.

Scholarship options

Pick the scholarship that matches the type of school you plan to attend.

Lucy Smith, John S. O'Briant, Thomas Wade Bethea, and Elias Rogers Scholarships

Open to any high school senior attending an accredited four-year college or university in the fall.

Amount: $8,000 each
🎓 4-year school ✅ High school senior

J.W. Hunt Scholarship

Open to any high school senior attending an accredited four-year college or university. Preference may be given to students pursuing an agri-business curriculum. (Requires the Agri-Business Scholarship Application.)

Amount: $8,000
🌾 Agri-business preference 📝 High school senior

J. McN. Gillis Scholarship

Open to any high school senior and non-traditional students planning to attend a two-year college or technical school.

Amount: $2,000
🏫 2-year or technical 🔁 Non-traditional or High school student

How the money is paid

Scholarships must be used for educational costs. Checks are made payable to the school by Lumbee River EMC.

🏦 Paid to school

Apply

Use the links below to start your application.

2026 LREMC Scholarship 2026 Maddie Rae Locklear
Questions? Email scholarships@lumbeeriver.com
© Lumbee River EMC
Scholarships supporting students in our community
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  • Board Meetings
  • About Us
    • Leadership
    • News & Updates
    • Annual Meeting
    • Annual Report
    • Articles of Incorporation
    • Form 990
    • The Cooperative Difference
    • Touchstone Energy
  • Member Services
    • My Account
      • Payment Options
      • Understanding Your Bill
      • Payment Assistance
    • Become A Member
    • Member Handbook
    • Member Safety Guide
    • Cooperative Bylaws
    • Service Rules & Regulations
    • Electric Rate Schedules
    • Capital Credits
    • Vegetation Management
    • Sponsorship & Donation Request
  • Educational Programs
    • Scholarships
    • Bright Ideas Educational Grant
    • Electric Cooperative Youth Tour
    • Touchstone Energy Sports Camp
    • Career Days
    • Safety Demos
  • Energy Programs
    • Residential Rebates & Offers
      • Rebate Programs
      • Smart Thermostat Program
    • Customer-Owned Generation
    • Renewable Energy
      • NC Green Power
      • Renewable Energy/Member Generation
    • ElecTel Energy Loans
      • Energy Efficient Loans
      • Electric Vehicle Loans
    • Electric Vehicle (EV)
    • HomeServe
    • Energy Saver NC
    • Energy Saving Tips & Tools
  • Contact Us
  • RIVR Tech