We would like to thank those of you who have been regular supporters of Gaston Memorial Scholarship, Inc.  Without your generosity this award would not be possible.

PAYPAL OR CREDIT CARD ACCEPTED...

  




Company Match - don't forget to ask if your company will provide a matching gift.

We encourage you to consider giving to the Gaston Memorial Scholarship fund in memory of a loved one or to honor the accomplishments/contributions of a loved one (we will send notification to the family if desired -please include address).

Ask how you can get involved and volunteer for Gaston Memorial Scholarship, Inc.  There is always work to be done.  Thank you for your kind consideration.

See additional information below...


Supporter Levels of Giving

 Allstar        $1000 or more annually

Gold            $500 -999.99 annually

Silver           $300 - 499.99 annually

Bronze         $100 - 299.99 annually 

Copper         $99 and below

Thank you for your generosity and for helping us provide encouragement and financial assistance to the youth in our community.

If you were a first-time giver this year, we want to personally say thank you again for supporting our efforts to help young people from Central Illinois pursue their higher education goals.  
 
Gaston Memorial Scholarship, Inc. is a non-profit public charity in accordance with Internal Revenue 501(c)(3),  Donors can deduct contributions they make to our organization under IRC Section 170.




Our History...
The first Year, 2006, seven monetary awards were give to graduating Seniors attending various High Schools in Bloomington-Normal, IL.: Jonathan Moore; Matthew Wright; Jamison Shaw; Valshun Powe; Cassandra Hosea; Cornelia Wood and Brian Alexander.

Since that time we have been motivated by the words of our departed parents which informed that "Education is Key," to continue to help young people to reach their goals and inspire them as they begin this exciting phase of their life.  Below is a list of GMS Award Recipients who continue to make us proud:
​  2007
Chad Emery                       NCHS                   Evelyn Young                  2008
Sabrina E.V. Kirkham          NCHS                   James Shaw                   2009
Domonique Hilt                  CCHS                   Gary Muhammad            2010
Briana A. Sparks                 NCHS                  Dr. Mary Graham-Buxton  2011
(Gary Muhammad spoke in the absence of Dr. Graham who had a family emergency)​
Trenton A. Jones                 BHS                     Erica Baird                     2012 
Michael T. Brooks                NCHS                   "                                       "
Kayla D. Palmer                  UHS                    Carmen L. Shears           2013
Maya Walker                       NCHS                   "                                       "
*Michael T. Brooks               Jackson State      David Walker                   2014
*Maya Walker                      Uof I Urbana        "                                        "
Danielle Nicole Baker          UHS                   James Joyner                   2015
Jordynn Palmer                   UHS                   "                                        "
​Carsen Hilt                          BHS                   Ramona Shaw                   2016
Raylissa Rusk                       CCA                   "                                        "
Jessica R. Baker                  UHS                  Hon. Judge Butler              2017
Steve L. Gay II                    BHS                   "                                        "
LeLanda R. Brewer              UHS                   Shirley Boykin                   2018
Deonte' Ra-Shan Mosely       BHS                    "                                       "
Boston Drayton Cooper III    UHS                  Rick Owens                        2019
Linnea Rose Skillrud            BHS                    "                                        "
Grace Spader                      NCHS                 Pandemic                          2020
Jackson Phillips                   BHS                    "                                        "
Myranda Wiggins                BHS                    "                                      2021
​Matthew Glen Steers          BHS                    "                                        "
Genesee Greenlee             BHS                    "                                      2022
Peter Yehl                          NCWHS               "                                     2022
Cana Brooks                       UHS                    "                                     2023
John Yehl                          NCWHS               "                                      2023


* First ever Motivational Ceremony.  The Last 5-recipients were invited to come back to share the many milestones achieved in their journey, and to receive an additional stipend to encourage and congratulate them on their successes (Junior & Senior Years in College).

Are you our next recipient?  

Be sure to apply between March 1,-June 1, of each year!   Print your completed application and mail it to Gaston Memorial Scholarship, Inc., P.O. Box 51, Bloomington, IL 61701-51
(not accepting electronic submissions due to fil).




































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Celebrating 19-years! Thanks for your support!
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We appreciate your generosity!

Dear Friend and Sponsor,

It seems like the challenges ahead of us are even greater now.  It remains a goal of GMS to help meet the needs of  young people in preparing for their future.  We must continue to emphasize how important continued education can be to their future.

As we look toward a new year of awarding scholarships, consider what our Youth may be up against and help us to increase our giving this year.  We want you to know that your gift is a major part of what allows Gaston Memorial Scholarship to be part of making dreams come true in the lives of so many young people.  Worthy graduates, who have excelled in their class, who value family, who have exercised  leadership in giving back, in ways that touch the heart, and that serve our community.

Thank you in advance for your generosity, care, and concern. 

Sincerely,

Treyce' L. Spears
Chairperson, GMS


Updated 10/2/2
GRADUATE!
GASTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
P.O. BOX 51
BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS  61701-51


updates 7/22/22
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