William C. Doherty Scholarship Fund

The William C. Doherty Scholarship Fund awards five scholarships of $4,000 a year, renewable for three additional years (up to $16,000 total), to graduating high school seniors who are the son, daughter, or legally adopted child (stepchildren and grandchildren qualify if living with the member) of an NALC letter carrier in good standing for at least a year. One scholarship is awarded per USPS region. Winners are chosen on secondary school record, personal qualifications, and SAT/ACT scores, which must be taken junior or senior year. The preliminary application is due December 31, with test scores and school reports due by March 31.

Eligibility

DemographicsApplicant's parent must be an NALC letter carrier member in good standing for at least one year (active, retired, or deceased); stepchildren/grandchildren eligible if living with the member.

Applying

$4,000/year, renewable for three additional years (up to $16,000 total).