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The Concerned Ministers Fellowship has awarded the 2025 CMF Pearl Stallworth Scholarship to three deserving high school seniors: Kierra Menzies, Jonathan Grainger, and Nygel Bright. Each recipient will receive a $500 scholarship to support their educational pursuits in fields such as social work, cyber security, and criminal justice. The selection process honored their exceptional academic performance and commitment to community service, reinforcing the importance of both education and outreach.

Beech Island – The Concerned Ministers Fellowship (CMF) has awarded the 2025 CMF Pearl Stallworth Scholarship to three high school seniors who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance and community service. Each recipient will receive a scholarship of $500 to support their future educational aspirations.

The scholarship winners include Kierra Nicole Menzies from Beech Island, Jonathan Daniel Grainger from Augusta, and Nygel Mathew Bright from Graniteville. Their achievements are particularly noteworthy, reflecting a commitment to their education and their communities, which played a significant role in the selection process.

Kierra Menzies, a graduate of Silver Bluff High School, achieved a GPA of 3.452 and aims to pursue a career in social work. She is affiliated with Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, where she has been actively involved in the church’s dance ministry. Her essay for the scholarship highlighted her dedication and hard work, characteristics that impressed the selection committee. Menzies plans to further her studies at either USC Aiken or Aiken Technical College.

Jonathan Grainger, who graduated from Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School with a GPA of 3.1, aspires to a career in cyber security and digital design. He is a member of Hudson Memorial CME Church and has held several leadership positions within the church, notably managing media services. Grainger plans to attend Augusta Technical College to kickstart his career in technology.

Nygel Bright, a graduate of North Augusta High School, achieved an impressive GPA of 3.8 and intends to study criminal justice. He is associated with Pine Grove Baptist Church and has set his sights on attending Aiken Technical College for his undergraduate studies. Bright has long-term plans to transfer to Clemson University for a degree in criminal justice and subsequently pursue law school to become a criminal lawyer.

The CMF Pearl Stallworth Scholarship aims to support local students who not only excel academically but also demonstrate a commitment to their communities. The application process required candidates to submit an application form, write essays detailing their goals and aspirations, obtain recommendations from pastors, and provide proof of their enrollment in college.

The scholarship winners were selected based on a combination of their academic achievements, active participation in community service, and clearly defined future goals. The recipients’ dedication to their studies and the impact they have made within their communities undoubtedly contributed to their selection for this prestigious award.

The CMF strives to foster educational opportunities for deserving students while simultaneously encouraging a sense of responsibility and engagement within the community. The scholarship celebrates not only academic excellence but also the values of service and commitment to local outreach.

As Kierra Menzies, Jonathan Grainger, and Nygel Bright prepare to take the next steps in their educational journeys, they embody the ideals that the CMF Pearl Stallworth Scholarship seeks to promote.

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