Scholarships
College & Career Scholarships
Investing in Brighter Futures with College & Career Scholarships
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to dream big and achieve their goals.
Thanks to the generosity of community partners and donors, we offer our Club members a variety of scholarships for higher education, trade school, and career training. These scholarships encourage youth to pursue their passions, expand their skills, and build brighter futures. Each scholarship represents not only financial support but also a vote of confidence in our members’ potential. By removing barriers and opening doors, we help ensure that tomorrow’s leaders can take the next step toward success.
The Rebecca Ross Albers Youth of the Year Scholarship
“Winning the Youth of the Year scholarship meant a lot to me. It pushed me to keep volunteering and become the best leader I can be.” – Jared J.
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The Rebecca Ross Albers Youth of the Year Scholarship
Established by the Ross Albers Family in 2018, this Scholarship of $500 is awarded annually to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County Youth of the Year Award winner when they are a graduating senior and enrolled in college or a trade school.
The Chiavacci Family Scholarship
“The Chiavacci Scholarship was an incredible honor that gave me the chance to continue my education and reach goals I once thought out of reach.” – Chandice H.
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The Chiavacci Family Scholarship
Established by the Chiavacci Family – Tony, Kelly, Jenna, Dominic, Lindsay, Georgi, and Luca, in 2023. The recipient of this scholarship must be a Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County member, and a graduating high school senior with plans to pursue post-high school education at a trade school, community college, or four-year college.
The Shearer Discovery Scholarship
“When I received the Shearer Discovery Scholarship, I cried. It didn’t just help me pay for college, it showed me that others believe in my future.” – Jamison W.
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The Shearer Discovery Scholarship
Established by Janet and Mark Shearer in 2023 as an investment fund, this Fund will provide one Scholarship to support a college eligible student in good academic standing. Preference will be given to a Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County member who plans to study education and is a Club member at the Westminster Boys & Girls Club. The Scholarship award will be renewable for up to three additional years, contingent on the recipient continuing to meet the award criteria and making satisfactory progress toward degree completion.
Shearer Inspiration Scholarship
“Without the Shearer Inspiration Scholarship, I would not have been able to afford college. Now I am at McDaniel College working toward my dream of becoming a doctor.”
– Jade L.
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The Shearer Inspiration Annual Scholarship
Established by Janet and Mark Shearer in 2024, this Scholarship is awarded annually to a Club member attending the Boys & Girls Club of Westminster. Consideration will be given for this Scholarship to be awarded annually if there is an eligible member in good academic standing with financial need.
The Paisley Strevig Summer Camp Scholarship
” I love summer camp! I was so happy I got to come and spend a week with my friends” – Cecelia T.
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The Paisley Strevig Summer Camp Scholarship
Established in 2024 by The Law Office of David Ellin, P.C. to honor the life of Paisley Strevig (July 2, 2017 – March 29, 2024). This Scholarship is awarded to an elementary school age Boys & Girls Club member attending Summer Camp at the Westminster Boys & Girls Club. Preference will be given to the Clubs Elementary Youth of the Year recipient or to a family with more than one child attending Camp and in need of assistance.
The W&P Scholarship
“This scholarship gave me the chance to study abroad in Italy, something no one in my family has ever experienced.” – Dillon H.
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The W&P Scholarship
Established by an anonymous donor in 2018 as an investment fund, it is awarded for Excellence in “Work and Performance” to a Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County member from the Manchester/Hampstead school district. The Scholarship(s) will be used to pay for student’s expenses – including tuition, fees, supplies – at a two- or four-year college, university or technical institute that focuses on vocational training and can be renewed for up to three years with Committee’s review and approval of a renewed application.
The Yingling Family Scholarship
“Before receiving this scholarship, I wasn’t sure I would go to college. Now I’m pursuing my degree in business at Carroll Community College.”
– Bree V.
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The Yingling Family Scholarship
Established by Ben & Amy Yingling in 2022 as an investment fund, this scholarship is awarded annually to a Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County member pursuing continuing education. While all paths of postsecondary learning are valued, preference will be given to students enrolling in trade schools, technical institutes, or certificate programs that prepare them for in-demand careers. The Yingling’s believe strongly in supporting education that equips young people with the skills and credentials needed to enter the workforce quickly and successfully.
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