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The J.T. – Minnie Maude Charitable Trust, a 501(c)(3) private foundation, was established in 2007 through the generosity of its sole benefactor, James T. Emerson, deceased. The Trust provides higher educational scholarships to students and makes charitable grants to tax-exempt organizations. Please read the biographical stories about Mr. Emerson and Minnie Maude to understand why the trustees and staff are committed to the Trust’s mission and vision.

MISSION

Following the directions of its sole benefactor, James Thomas Emerson, deceased, the J.T.- Minnie Maude Charitable Trust provides higher education scholarships to increase career opportunities for regional students and grants to tax-exempt organizations to improve the quality of life for residents of Danville/Pittsylvania County.

VISION

The J.T. – Minnie Maude Charitable Trust serves as a perpetual financial resource to area students and tax-exempt organizations allowing our community and its residents to compete and succeed.

IMPACT

Scholarships

Grants

Important 8th Grade Activities

Consider High School Course Options
As you register for 9th grade courses, talk with your school counselor about options such as honors, AP, Dual Enrollment, and Governor’s School.
Learn about Your Career Interests
Take a career assessment to learn about yourself and careers that might be a good fit.

Important 9th Grade Activities

Check College Entrance Requirements
Make sure you're on track to meet the course and grade point average requirements for college admission. Ninth grade is when you start building your transcript with courses and grades that colleges consider.
Discover College Preparation Opportunities for Summer
Participate in opportunities such as camps, classes, or volunteering to help you prepare for college.

Important 10th Grade Activities

Research College Options
Research two- and four-year colleges that match your career interests. Plan your college visits.
Learn about College Entrance Tests
Check out college entrance requirements as well as tools to help you prepare for the ACT and SAT.

Important 11th Grade Activities

Explore FAFSA Website
Familiarize yourself so you will be ready to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) next October.
Register for College Entrance Tests
Register for ACT or SAT for admission. Take the PSAT in your junior year if you want to participate in the National Merit Scholarship program.
Complete a Practice Application for Admission
Complete a practice application for admission to familiarize with what an actual application is like. Research how to order an official transcript from your school.

Important 12th Grade Activities

Complete Your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) soon after it becomes available October 1.
Apply to One or More Colleges
Apply for a J.T. – Minnie Maude Charitable Trust Traditional Scholarship
and seek out other scholarship opportunities.

Important Post High School Activities

Match Your Career Goals to Educational Opportunities
Complete Your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) soon after it becomes available October 1.
Apply to One or More Colleges
Apply for a J.T. – Minnie Maude Charitable Trust Traditional or Non-Traditional Scholarship
and seek out other scholarship opportunities.