The Kris and Kay Memorial Scholarship

The fund is established in memory and celebration of Kris Newsom and Kay Guleke and their battles against cancer. Applicants must be graduating seniors at an Austin or Eanes ISD High School and be planning to attend 4 year university or 2 year community college. Applicants must have experienced the financial and physical stresses of living with a parent or legal guardian who has lost their battle with cancer or who is currently fighting a battle with cancer. Applicants must demonstrate strong community involvement. Academics to be reviewed as a sign of success in higher education, not a top qualification.