Derek Chastain Memorial Scholarship
Derek Chastain was a proud Hixson High School alumnus whose life was tragically cut short on August 1, 2020.
Founded by fellow Hixson High alumni Jennifer and Ryan Young, and sponsored by their Hixson-based company, George Grant Co., this scholarship represents a deep commitment to giving back to the community that shaped them, and to helping future graduates build safe, meaningful futures rooted in intention, integrity, and personal growth.
This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Derek Chastain by inspiring students to make thoughtful choices and lead lives of purpose.
Any graduating senior at Hixson High School in Tennessee may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Applicants should demonstrate perseverance, strong character, and a desire to make a positive impact. Students should show good judgment, responsible decision-making, should be purpose-driven, and should face adversity with resilience.
To apply, tell us what living a life of purpose means to you and how you plan to make an impact on your community.
What does it mean to live a life of purpose, and how do you plan to make intentional, positive choices that impact others and your community?
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The application deadline is Mar 22, 2026. Winners will be announced on Apr 22, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Apr 22, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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