Payton S. Osborn Memorial Scholarship
Payton S. Osborn, a 2018 graduate of Hamburg High School, in Hamburg, Arkansas, was a beloved brother, son, and father to an equally amazing six- year-old son with a passion for welding and pipe fitting. He excitedly went to work each day with pride in the fact that he was “building America”.
Payton was unique and well-loved for his loud personality, humor, talent as a welder and pipe fitter, pride in his career, and a genuine love for his family that extended beyond relation to include his extended and work families. The impact he had on the lives he touched will never be forgotten.
On May 29, 2024, at age 24, Payton suffered a heat stroke and went into cardiac arrest while on his job site. This scholarship keeps the memory of Payton S. Osborn alive and honors him by supporting students that follow in his footsteps.
Too often, students who are interested in vocational fields are met with little support. With few scholarships offered for paths in the trades, it can be difficult for students to come up with the financial resources they need to embark on their career goals. With this scholarship we aim to relieve some of that burden.
Any high school senior in Arkansas who is pursuing welding, pipe fitting, steam fitting, or plumbing may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
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The application deadline is Apr 14, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 15, 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 May 15, 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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