M&K Scholarship

 In the summer of 1983, two Oconee County Rotary Club families suffered tragedies within six weeks of each other.  Melissa Norris and Karen Nasworthy lost their lives in separate automobile accidents in Oconee County.  Don Norris and G.A. Nasworthy were Rotary Club leaders at that time.  The Rotary Club decided to honor Melissa and Karen by establishing a Foundation in their memory.  Therein, the M & K Foundation was born.  By honoring the memory of Melissa and Karen, the M & K Foundation supports the academic and leadership development of young people in Oconee County.  Since 1984, the Foundation has provided more than $200,000 in college scholarships and leadership training to over 250 students.  Every year we strive to fulfill our vision of fostering youth leadership, scholarship, and service today for adult leadership tomorrow.

The M&K Foundation is pleased to confirm we have again authorized four (4) scholarships for each of the Oconee County public high schools for deserving graduating high school seniors.  The three selection criteria continue to be: Leadership Qualities, Scholarship, and School and Community Service.  These criteria have worked well in past years and are compatible with the M&K mission and vision for youth leadership (see mandkfoundation.com for more insight). Completed applications are due to the Counseling Office no later than 3:30 on April 15, 2022. 

M&K Scholarship Application