Lando Young Memorial Scholarship

Funded by
$500
1 winner$500
Open
Application Deadline
Jun 11, 2025
Winners Announced
Jul 11, 2025
Education Level
High School
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school student
School Name:
Jefferson High School
State:
Texas

Lando LaKeith Young was a beloved friend who passed away far too soon on January 9th, 2025.

Lando was loved by everyone in his whole town of Jefferson, Texas as well as at the school he taught at in Cypress, Texas for twenty years (Cypress-Fairbanks). Lando was a coach and math teacher who changed the lives of over 30,000 kids over the course of his career. Lando was a kinesiology major at Stephen F. Austin in Nacogdoches, Texas, and was passionate about sports.

This scholarship aims to honor the life and legacy of Lando Young by supporting students in his honor.

Any high school senior at Jefferson High School in Texas may apply for this scholarship opportunity. 

To apply, tell us about an influential teacher or coach you have learned from and why you’re devoted to pursuing higher education. Award amount is expected to increase as funds are raised.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published February 24, 2025
Essay Topic

Tell us about a coach or teacher who has made a positive impact on your life and education. Why is attending college important to you?

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jun 11, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jul 11, 2025.