Scholarship Program
Supporting Graham-area student athletes in pursuit of higher education
Our Mission
The Donzil Hall Scholarship Endowment Fund exists to honor Donzil Hall — teacher, coach, veteran, mentor — and the legacy he continues to build, by providing financial support to Graham student-athletes pursuing secondary (college or trade) education. Through this fund, we carry forward Hall's ethos of discipline, community, service, and opportunity.
Why It Matters
Supporting Education
By removing financial barriers, we empower talented student athletes to focus on their studies and athletic pursuits, ensuring that financial circumstances never stand in the way of educational opportunity.
Continuing the Legacy
By investing in the next generation of Graham student athletes, we honor Donzil Hall's lifelong dedication to education, discipline, and service.
Learn about Donzil HallHow to Apply
Application Requirements
- Be a graduating senior from Graham Local Schools
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Demonstrate active participation in high school athletics
- Show financial need through FAFSA or similar documentation
- Submit the application through the Springfield Foundation portal by the deadline
- Provide two letters of recommendation from teachers or coaches
- Write a 500-word essay on educational goals and career aspirations
Application Deadline
Applications are accepted online through the Springfield Foundation scholarship portal
Apply OnlinePast Recipients
Celebrating the student athletes who are carrying forward Coach Hall's legacy
Marcus T.
Graham Local High School
"Coach Hall's legacy inspired me on and off the field, and in the classroom. This scholarship helped make my dream of becoming a sports medicine physician possible."
Sarah M.
Graham Local High School
"The Donzil Hall Scholarship gave me the opportunity to continue my education while honoring the values of discipline, community, and service that Coach Hall embodies."
Jake R.
Graham Local High School
"Thanks to this scholarship, I'm pursuing a degree in welding technology and building the skills Coach Hall values: hard work, dedication, and the tools to succeed."
Ready to Apply?
Take the first step toward your future. Applications for the Donzil Hall Scholarship are open through February 7, 2027.