Empowering Education.
Every donation to the Ray Pierce Scholarship directly impacts the lives of students at Bandys High School, ensuring they have the resources needed to pursue their dreams.
A memorial scholarship
In honor of Raymond Kenneth Pierce.
This scholarship honors Raymond Kenneth Pierce (1995-2012).
Ray was a part of Bandy’s 2013 senior class when he passed away in a car accident with his best friend, Jake Ziegler. During the two-week-long search for the boys, both families were greatly supported by the Bandys community.
In honor of Ray’s memory, the Pierce family helps a graduating senior in attending college each year.
Scholarship History
We’ve supported students for over 10 years.
$4,000
in Scholarships
10
Current Scholars
Our Core Vales
The values we look for in a scholar.
Strength
We believe that strength is not just about physical ability, but also about resilience in the face of adversity. We seek to support students who demonstrate the strength of character, determination, and perseverance in pursuing their academic and personal goals.
Leadership
We recognize that leadership takes many forms, from leading a team to taking initiative on individual projects. Our scholarship program seeks to foster leadership skills in students by supporting their academic pursuits and providing opportunities for community engagement and mentorship.
Activism
We believe that students have a powerful role to play in shaping our society and advocating for positive change. Our scholarship program aims to support students who are passionate about social justice and activism, and who are committed to using their education to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
Scholarship Application
Are you a senior at Bandys High School?
Have you taken a French class?
Then apply to Ray's Scholarship today!
Applications close on April 19th, 2024
Each year, the Pierce Family awards a scholarship to a graduating senior from Bandy's High School.
2023 Scholarship Recipient
CJ Schronce
2022 Scholarship Recipient
Amare Rearden
A beautiful thank you letter
The impact that we make together fund dreams.
Dear Pierce Family.
Thank you for the opportunity that you give me and the past and future students at Bandys High School. Thank you for bestowing your scholarship to me. This will allow me to relieve some of the financial burden off my mother. Thank you!
CJ Schronce
Our Financials
How your donations are used
Since embarking on our public fundraising journey in 2022, we've prioritized ensuring that the maximum portion of your generous contributions directly benefits the recipients. To achieve this, our family volunteers their time without charge, minimizing overhead costs and maximizing the impact of every dollar donated.
We'd love to hear from you.
Charlotte, N.C.
raypiercescholarship@gmail.com
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