Are you passionate about healthy living, natural foods, or vegetarianism? What if your lifestyle and values could actually help pay for college?
Well, you’re in luck!
Whether you’re a student from western North Carolina committed to nutrition—or a U.S. high school senior spreading the message of vegetarian living—there are scholarships out there just for you. Two standout opportunities are the Grayce Wills MacDonald and Ivan A. MacDonald Endowment and the Vegetarian Resource Group College Scholarship.
Below are all the key details you need to know—from deadlines to benefits and how to apply.
When is the Application Deadline:
- Grayce Wills MacDonald Scholarship: Deadline varies (check the NCCF Scholarships Portal).
- Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship: February 20, 2026.
🏆 Tell Me About The Award:
- The Grayce Wills MacDonald and Ivan A. MacDonald Endowment supports students from western North Carolina pursuing college or postgraduate degrees in nutrition focused on natural foods and the vegetarian lifestyle.
- The Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship offers awards to U.S. high school seniors who have actively promoted vegetarianism in their schools or communities.
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🎓 Which Fields are Eligible?
- Grayce Wills MacDonald: Nutrition, Natural Foods, Vegetarian Lifestyle.
- Vegetarian Resource Group: Open to all fields, but applicants must promote vegetarianism.
📄 Type:
- Partial Funding / Varies
- One-time award
👥 Who can Apply?
- Grayce Wills MacDonald: Students who attended high school in specific western NC counties.
- Vegetarian Resource Group: Graduating high school seniors in the U.S. who follow and promote a vegetarian lifestyle.
✅ How are Applicants Selected?
- Based on eligibility, application completeness, and alignment with the award’s values.
- VRG applicants are judged on compassion, courage, and commitment to promoting a vegetarian lifestyle.
🌍 Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Grayce Wills MacDonald: United States (specific NC counties).
- Vegetarian Resource Group: United States only.
📍 Where will the Award be Taken?
- U.S.-based colleges and universities.
🔢 How Many Awards?
- Grayce Wills MacDonald: Varies.
- Vegetarian Resource Group: 3 awards totaling $10,000.
💰 What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Grayce Wills MacDonald: Amount varies; supports tuition and related academic expenses.
- Vegetarian Resource Group: Up to $10,000 paid directly to the student’s college.
⏳ How Long Will the Award Last?
- One academic year.
📝 How to Apply:
- Grayce Wills MacDonald: Apply through the NCCF Scholarships Portal.
- Vegetarian Resource Group: Submit an essay, application, and supporting documents via VRG’s official website.
🔗 Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
- Grayce Wills MacDonald Scholarship: NCCF Scholarship Portal
- Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship: VRG Scholarship Page

