2017 Recipient Presentation (Video)
Scholarship Award Programs
The North Carolina Motorsports Foundation’s mission is to support the racing industry of North Carolina through scholarship awards for students aspiring to a career in the motorsports industry. The Foundation awards scholarships through two programs – the Sam Belnavis Scholarship Award and the General Scholarship Awards.
The Sam Belnavis scholarship is given annually in the amount of $5,000 to a single selected candidate. It is named after Sam Belnavis, a 30-year veteran of the racing industry serving numerous capacities including Marketing Department Manager for Miller Brewing Company, Chief Diversity Officer & Owner-Designate with Roush Fenway Racing.
The General Fund Scholarship Program provides awards of no less than $2,500 per award.
Applicants will be considered for either of the programs.
To be considered for an NCMF Scholarship Award, applicants will meet the following criteria:
- Entering or currently attending a North Carolina educational institution which may include: Four-year College or University (graduate and post graduate), Two-Year Community College, Technical or Trade School.
- Aspire to a career in motorsports.
- Good scholastic standing (2.5 GPA).
- Essay of no more than 500 words that includes personal background, interests and scholarship need.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
TIMELINE
- Application period for scholarship award opens September 15 and closes October 15
- Scholarships announced December
- Presentation of Scholarships in January
If additional information is required, contact NCMA / 5555 Concord Parkway South / Suite 335 / Concord, NC 28027 / 704-455-5606 / office@motorsportsnc.org