Order of the Golden Rule (OGR) Awards of Excellence Scholarship

International Order of the Golden Rule (ORG)

The Awards of Excellence Scholarship Program provides scholarships to students based on strong academic performance, funeral service experience, and the strength of the essay, which exemplifies a commitment to serving grieving families with compassion, fairness, and dignity. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited mortuary science school or college, be scheduled to graduate in the appropriate calendar year and committed to working for an independently-owned funeral home, and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

1. Be currently enrolled in a mortuary science degree program at an ABFSE-accredited mortuary school.
2. Be scheduled to graduate during the calendar year
3. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
4. Be involved in community service activities and school activities.
5. Demonstrate excellence in the pursuit of knowledge in mortuary science.
6. Commit to working for an independently-owned funeral home