Students
Music was Vern Sinclair’s passion and a part of his life starting as a young boy. He was an accomplished musician with a Master of Music degree in organ and French horn from the University of Michigan. Vern directed bands and choirs, taught private lessons, played in the Independence Symphony Orchestra (now Heritage Philharmonic) for 60 years, and occasionally joined the Kansas City Symphony at the Starlight Theatre. Vern also played the organ for his church for 60 years. Vern was supported in his life-long musical endeavors by his wife, Ruthel. This scholarship was established by their family to honor their memory and musical legacy.
Eligibility:
- Must be a graduating senior from Center Place Restoration School or a public high school in the Blue Springs, Fort Osage, Grain Valley, Independence, Lee's Summit, Oak Grove, or Raytown school districts;
- Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in music, music education, music performance, music therapy, or church music at any accredited four-year college or university;
- Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0;
- Must have demonstrated involvement in music and community service activities;
- Preference may be given to members of the RLDS Restoration Church.
Amount:
Up to $1,200 per academic year.
Renewable:
This is not a renewable scholarship.
Deadline:
The General Application for the 2026-2027 cycle will be available November 14, 2025 and due February 16, 2026 (including any requirements listed below).
Requirements:
- Transcripts showing grades from Fall Semester 2025. Any applications submitted with transcripts omitting Fall Semester 2025 will not be considered.
- A brief statement about your involvement with the RLDS Restoration Church (Involvement is not required to received this scholarship; however, preference may be given to members)
- A reference letter from a supervisor of an activity that is included in the resume submitted as part of the application.
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