The recipients of the Tennessee Valley Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution (TVCSAR), have awarded three scholarships to local Eagle Scouts. The recipients of the 2024 Arthur and Berdena King scholarships are:
1st Place, Matthew Sutton, Troop 142 (Decatur), $750
2nd Place, Benjamin Rayburn, Troop 83 (Madison), $300
3rd Place, Hunter Ward, Troop 228 (New Market), $150
Additionally, Matthew Sutton’s application was advanced to the State level of competition where he won Second Place, $300. Each applicant was scored according to their Scouting history, merit badges earned, academic success, community and leadership activities, religious and school activities, a four generation ancestor chart, and an essay on a Revolutionary America era topic. Congratulations to these Scouts.
Competition for this scholarship is held annually in December. For information on applying in 2025, contact Michael Acosta at: michaelacosta1836@gmail.com
Photo Caption: Left to Right, Chipp Pharr, President TVCSAR; Michael Acosta, Eagle Scout Scholarship Coordinator, TVCSAR; Matthew Sutton (1st Place) and family, Benjamin Rayburn (2nd Place) and family, Hunter Ward (3rd Place) and family
