Mother Teresa Scholarship
"For I know well the plans I have in mind for you—oracle of the LORD—plans for your welfare and not for woe, so as to give you a future of hope." - Jeremiah 29:11
Parish Scholarship Program
Purpose and Mission
To assist parish families with Catholic school tuition and foster a culture of volunteerism within our parish.
Scholarship Details
$2,000 Scholarships awarded annually in each age group: Kindergarten–Grade 2, Grade 3–5, Grade 6–8, Grade 9–10, and Grade 11–12. Funds will be sent directly to the student’s school.
Eligibility Criteria
Parish Involvement: Active member of MTCC, regular Mass attendance
Enrollment: Student in a Catholic school within the Diocese of Nashville
Ministry Participation: Volunteer service in parish ministries
Parish Requirements: Fulfillment of all parish obligations
To learn more about the Mother Teresa Scholarship 2025, please click the banner below.
Application Timeline
Application Opens: August 17, 2025
Application Deadline: October 1, 2025
Requirements:
Online application
Student-written essay (1–2 pages) on faith and volunteer experience
Parent assistance allowed for K–2 students
Evaluation Process
Applications will be reviewed by a cross-functional parish team. Final award decisions are approved by the Pastor. The Award will be announced on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
For questions and inquiries, please contact Lisa Zeisloft.
“It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.”
– SAINT TERESA OF CALCUTTA
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