The MADF believes that education is the greatest equalizer.

Edgar Leon Gray was a longtime volunteer with Making A Difference Foundation and served as MADF’s chaplain, providing our staff, clients, and veterans with guidance and encouragement in addition to serving as MADF’s board chairman.

Making A Difference Foundation is proud to honor the legacy of Elder Edgar L. Gray with this scholarship.

Learn more about Edgar L. Gray here.

Award

Individual students selected by The MADF Scholarship Selection Committee will be awarded up to a $1,500 scholarship to apply towards college educational expenses. Past scholarship awardees can apply annually up to a maximum of 4 years.

Eligibility

  • Scholarship applicant must be a U.S. citizen

  • Applicant must be a resident of Pierce or King County in Washington state.

  • Must demonstrate a financial need.

  • Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited school, university or college pursuing a degree in Pastor Leadership, Pastor Counselor, and Mission Service

  • Award must be used for educational expenses which include cost of tuition, books, supplies, room and/or board.

  • Employees including Board Members and their immediate family are not eligible.

Application Process

Applicant must submit:

  1. A completed application form
  2. Completion of scholarship questions
  3. A current headshot photo that captures:
    • Professional image
    • Appropriate attire
    • Shoulders and head up
    • Good lighting to distinguish features
  4. Official grade transcript
  5. A financial aid award letter by email to info@themadfseattle.org or by postal mail to:

MADF-Scholarship Program Application
P.O. Box 94545
Seattle, WA 98124

(All applications and documents are due by noon, Thursday, April 30, 2026)

Incomplete Applications will not be considered.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply below.

*Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee selection or receipt of a scholarship award.

2026 Scholarship Form (#16)

Applicant Information

School Information

Financial Assistance

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