Each year, VEC sponsors college scholarships for four graduating seniors whose parents or guardians are VEC customers. Scholarship awards are $500 per semester, renewable for up to four semesters.

Applications are available in December of each year, and the deadline is in March. Applications are available from area high school guidance counselors or at any VEC service center. Contact VEC Cooperative & Member Services (423-334-7052) or click here to download and print the Scholarship Application.

Over 100 scholarships awarded.

Lillard-Shadow Scholarship 2026 Winners:

• Jamestown: Sophie Tinch
• Decatur: Landyn Giles
• Crossville: Liya Patel
• Cleveland: Madalyn Dauphinais