Scholarships
About the Scholarship
The Trooper Nolan Sanders Memorial Scholarship was established in March 2022 by the Trooper Nolan Sanders Foundation in memory of Senior Trooper Nolan J. Sanders of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, who was killed in the line of duty on March 27, 2020.
Participating Schools
One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from each of the following schools:
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Southern Wayne High School
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Eastern Wayne High School
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Goldsboro High School
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Charles B. Aycock High School
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Rosewood High School
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Spring Creek High School
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North Duplin High School
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Faith Christian Academy
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Wayne Christian School
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
• Be a graduating senior from one of the eligible schools
• Have been accepted to a postsecondary institution
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career as a first responder
Application Instructions
Students interested in applying must complete the google form linked at the top and bottom of this page.
The form requires a copy of acceptance letter from a postsecondary institution
Application forms must be submitted by May 1, 2026.
Scholarship Use
•Scholarship funds may be used for:
•Tuition
•Books and materials
•Housing
•Meals
Questions?
For questions about the Trooper Nolan Sanders Memorial Scholarship, please contact:
Tommy Sanders
📞 (919) 920-0776