Linda Craig Memorial Foundation

Scholarship Sponsored by Pacers Foundation

Description
**Purpose and scope**
The Linda Craig Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of Linda Lorraine Sharvelle Craig by providing targeted financial support to Indiana college students. It is funded by contributions from those who wish to remember and celebrate Linda’s legacy. The scholarship is intended for use at accredited Indiana postsecondary institutions and supports students pursuing higher education within the state.

Key takeaways:
- Scholarship created in memory of Linda Lorraine Sharvelle Craig.
- Funds are intended for study at accredited Indiana colleges and community colleges.
- Annual program focused on supporting Indiana students’ tuition needs.

History of the Award
**Founders and funding**
The scholarship was established by former Indiana Pacers athletic trainer and team administrator David Craig together with Dr. John Abrams. It is sustained by donations from people who remember Linda and want to preserve her legacy through ongoing student support. The fund reflects a personal and community-driven commitment to higher education in Indiana.

Key takeaways:
- Founded by David Craig and Dr. John Abrams.
- Supported by memorial contributions from friends and community.
- Designed as an ongoing, annual scholarship program.

Eligibility
**Who the award serves**
The scholarship is designated for students whose tuition will be applied to an accredited four-year Indiana college or university, or a two-year junior or community college in Indiana. Applicants should be enrolled in or planning to enroll at one of these eligible institutions. For specific residency, enrollment status, or academic requirements, applicants must consult the Pacers Foundation or the official scholarship guidelines.

Key takeaways:
- Eligible institutions: accredited Indiana four-year colleges/universities and two-year community/junior colleges.
- Applicants generally must be enrolled or planning to enroll at an eligible school.
- Confirm detailed eligibility criteria with the Pacers Foundation.

Award Value
**Amount and frequency**
Each year the program awards three scholarships. Each scholarship is valued at $2,500 and is intended to be applied toward tuition and related bills at the recipient’s eligible Indiana institution. The award amount and number of recipients are fixed for the current scholarship cycle.

Key takeaways:
- Three scholarships awarded annually.
- Each award is $2,500.
- Awards are designated for tuition-related expenses at eligible Indiana schools.

Application Requirements
**Materials you must provide**
Applicants must complete the general application questions and submit a detailed personal statement describing their goals and qualifications. A current college transcript must be uploaded, along with a letter of recommendation from a professor in the applicant’s major. Together, these materials form the basis for selection.

Key takeaways:
- Complete general questions on the application form.
- Submit a detailed personal statement.
- Upload current college transcript and a faculty recommendation from your major.

Application Submission and Timeline
**How to apply and when**
Applicants must complete and submit the official application form through the platform or process designated by the Pacers Foundation. Deadlines and any submission details (file formats, portal links) are set by the foundation each cycle, so prospective applicants should verify dates and instructions on the official site. The foundation’s listing will also explain any additional steps or verifications required before selection.

Key takeaways:
- Submit the completed application form via the Pacers Foundation’s designated process.
- Check the official scholarship listing for current deadlines and submission instructions.
- Confirm required file formats and any supplemental steps before submitting.

If Awarded
**Notification and disbursement process**
Selected scholars must provide their student identification number and the contact information (address and phone number) for their school’s bursar or cashier’s office. Scholarship funds are paid directly to the recipient’s college or university and are applied to the student’s tuition bill; awards are not paid directly to students. Award checks are mailed to the institution in August.

Key takeaways:
- Winners must supply student ID and bursar office contact details.
- Funds are paid directly to the school and applied to the tuition bill.
- Award checks are mailed to the institution in August.