Texarkana College Endowment – In 1982 our club established an endowment with The Texarkana College Foundation to honor the lives of Dr. Tom Wilbanks and his wife, Bess. Dr. Wilbanks was President of our club in 1930, and later served as Lt. Governor. Each year we contribute funds to this endowment from our Pancake Day Fundraiser, and today this endowment is their largest endowment, valued at more than $1,000,000. In addition to this endowment, we contribute each year to the Texarkana College Presidential Scholarship Fund.
Sophomore of the Year – Each year, our club accepts applications from all of the high schools in the area and chooses the applicant most qualified to be “Sophomore of the Year.” The scholarship is not based on academics, but on leadership qualities and service.
Stuart Daniels Leadership Award and Scholarship – Stuart Daniels was a past president of our club and one of the most respected civic leaders in our community. Each year we honor him by awarding a scholarship in his name to an individual who exhibits those same qualities within their school.
Rick Lindsey “Thumbs Up” Award and Scholarship – Rick Lindsey was a past president of our club and former Lt. Governor. He is remembered most for his sense of humor and heart for service. Each year we honor him by awarding a scholarship in his name.
Scholarship For Outstanding Leadership – Each year we award a scholarship to the student who has demonstrated the ability to lead in their school and in their community.
Scholarship For Outstanding Service – Each year we award a scholarship to the student who has demonstrated a heart for service in their school and community.