James T. Godwin Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements

Background: Has a military family member (veteran or active duty)
Education Level: High school senior, trade school, undergraduate or graduate

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of James T. Godwin.

Master Sergeant James T. Godwin (ret) was a decorated United States Air Force member, serving his country for over 24 years. Throughout his military service, James received the Distinguished Flying Cross, 8 Air Medals, and an Air Force Commendation Medal. He accumulated a total of 819 combat hours and 111 combat support hours. During the Vietnam War, James was 1 of 6 Godwin brothers that simultaneously served in the armed services!

After his military retirement, James served as a federal employee where he accomplished another retirement, and then went on to start his own small business, which he ran for over 20 years!

Most importantly, James was a loving husband for over 61 years to Ruth Ann, a proud father to 6 children, and the best papa and great grandpapa you could ask for. He was extremely proud of each member of his family and when he wasn’t bragging about one of their accomplishments or asking about his “grandbabies,” James would share stories from his time in the military.

Everyone should be so lucky to have someone like James T. Godwin in their lives.

Any high school senior, trade school student or graduate who is the family member of a veteran or active-duty military member, may apply for this scholarship.

James loved to tell stories! To apply, please tell us a story about your military family member. It can be a fond memory, a funny story, or something they taught you.

Submission Tip: We are honored to read your stories, and it is apparent when an applicant takes time to write something from the heart. We read each submission, so please put time and thought into what you share because we love a good story (thanks to James!).

To apply, CLICK HERE!