The Living Memorial Scholarship was incorporated in May of 1985 as a not-for-profit, Missouri organization for the purpose of the advancement of education and to administer funds for educational scholarships.  Jim Hutchinson was elected president of the corporation in 1985.  The first Living Memorial Scholarship formed was at the death of Randolph County Sheriff Orville Price.  At the formation of each scholarship, criteria and a selection committee are established with suggestions from the family, organization, or designated individual.

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The Living Memorial Scholarship, Inc., is a 501(c)3 organization, and contributions are tax-deductible.  The officers are bonded and financial records are audited annually.

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The Rothwell Scholarship monies come from a trust established by C. L. Rothwell.  All other scholarship money is invested; only the interest is used for the scholarships distributed to the recipients. The rate of return determines the dollar amount of the scholarship.

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The Living Memorial Scholarship, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, age, national origin, sex, color, or condition of handicap in the administration of its scholarship program. Eligibility guidelines are pursuant to such rules and requirements as The Living Memorial Scholarship Board may devise, establish, adopt, and amend from time to time.

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Applications for Columbia Insurance and D. Arlo McNary awards may be emailed to lmscholarships@cvalley.net. All other applications must be mailed.

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