Democrats announce 2025 Scholarship program

Graduating High School Seniors in Floyd County invited to apply

 NEW ALBANY, March 10, 2025 – The Floyd County Democratic Party has announced it will offer an academic scholarship to graduating high school seniors attending post-secondary education in 2025. Individuals interested in applying for the non-renewable $1,000 scholarship have until Friday, April 4, 2025, to apply.

“Our party believes in the value of a strong education system and this scholarship, now in its seventh year, is an extension of our commitment to empower local students to continue their academic endeavors,” stated Floyd County Democratic Party Chair Adam Dickey.

The scholarship can be used for tuition, school fees, campus housing, books, or meal plans. The recipient will be announced in May and will be recognized as part of the Party’s annual FDR Legacy Gala in June.

“This scholarship offers students an opportunity to advance their own education and improve their community by applying their studies,” said Dickey. “College and technical school affordability remain a serious issue for many families. Our Party is fighting to make higher education attainable for all citizens.”

To be eligible for the scholarship, individuals must currently reside in Floyd County, have a Grade Point Average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, and be accepted into a college, university, trade, or vocational school. As part of the application process, individuals must also complete a scholarship application, provide a high school transcript, and complete a two-page essay.

Dickey also expressed gratitude for the party’s scholarship committee who continues foster the party’s scholarship program.

“This opportunity wouldn’t be possible without the hard work of our scholarship committee and the generous donations offered by our party patrons,” he said. “Democrats are working each and every day to make our community a better place to live, work and raise a family.”  

Full details on the scholarship and the application process can be obtained on the Party’s website at www.floyddems.org. Individuals can also contact Democratic Party Headquarters at 812-725-2020 to learn more information.

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