THE SONNY WALTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
$150.00
Sonny Walton began his life in Gordon Nebraska in 1929. Sonny was born into a very poor family and was helping contribute to the family income at a very early age. At age six he rented a wagon for one dollar and drove around the countryside picking up bones, iron or pop bottles to sell. He was always working or trying to help support his family. At age 8 he went to work on a ranch 9 miles from town. He walked or hitch hiked to work on weekends and then back to town for school on Monday. Finally he ended up living at the ranch and going to country school. He finished the eighth grade and had to go to work full time. He wasn’t given the opportunity to finish his education, however, he was always learning and driven to make something of himself. He read constantly and strived to better himself. He admired educated people and made sure his children and grandchildren were given the opportunity to get a good education. He was very proud of his family and had strong family values. He was a very accepting person who loved children and animals. His entire life was based on ranching and agriculture. He worked on a ranch, he hauled cattle and had a cattle hauling business, he was a cattle buyer, and he was a rancher.
The Sonny Walton Memorial Scholarship is given to a student who:
· Possesses strong values
· Strong work ethic (proof of employment during high school)
· Agricultural background
· Financial need
· Proof of acceptance to an accredited college
Requirements:
Students are required to write an essay (one page typed) about their life and their future plans. This essay can include information about their family history and how they will continue that history. This essay can include any information that would help the Walton family make a selection for this scholarship award based on the information above.
Attachments:
· Essay
· Proof of employment
· Proof of college acceptance
· Proof of financial need
Scholarship will be sent directly to the students.