# Al Lucas Memorial Scholarship Fund

> Amount varies from Community Foundation of Central Georgia. Deadline Feb 28, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/al-lucas-memorial-scholarship-fund
- Provider: Community Foundation of Central Georgia (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: Deadline Feb 28, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ga
- Official page: https://cfcga.org/scholarship/al-lucas/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Al Lucas Memorial Scholarship Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, supports student-athletes from the Macon area who are pursuing higher education. The program is designed for graduating scholar-athletes from public high schools in Bibb County, specifically Northeast, Central, Howard, Rutland, Southwest, or Westside. To qualify, applicants must be accepted into an accredited two- or four-year college or university. 

Selection is based on athletic achievements, academic performance, personal character, and extracurricular participation, with preference given to students who demonstrate financial need. Applicants must submit a short essay about their athletic experiences and provide two letters of recommendation, including one from a school staff member or coach. While the scholarship application is managed directly through the foundation's online portal, applicants should also complete the FAFSA to document their financial need for the selection committee. The annual application deadline is February 28th.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: GA
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 12th grade
- Minimum GPA: 2.5
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Public college, Private college
- Must be a scholar-athlete graduating from a Bibb County public high school (Northeast, Central, Howard, Rutland, Southwest, or Westside) and accepted to an accredited two- or four-year college or university.

## How to apply

Apply online through the foundation's scholarship portal. Applicants must submit a short essay about their athletic experience and provide contact details for two references, including one school or athletic official.

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