The Carter Hugh Epperly Foundation

08/27/2026

The Carter Hugh Epperly Foundation wishes all students, teachers, and families an amazing start to the new school year. We’re excited to continue our mission of supporting local students as we kick off fundraising for our next round of scholarships for the Class of 2027.

Last year, in our very first year, we were honored to award five scholarships to deserving students — a milestone made possible by your generosity and support.

We’re also thrilled to share that the Foundation will be at the Powhatan Festival of the Grape this year. Stop by, say hello, and learn more about how you can help us empower the next generation.

Here’s to a great year ahead and to making a difference together.

Donate to the Carter Hugh Epperly Foundation. Your contributions support special education scholarships and keep Carter's legacy alive.

05/19/2026

We were fortunate to award the first ever Carter Hugh Epperly Foundation scholarships to 5 deserving students tonight at Powhatan High School. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, these deserving individuals will each receive a $1000 scholarship to support their continuing education in the world of special education.

and the winners are...
• Addison Delaney - planning to pursue a degree in special education
• Marnie Garland - daughter of a Powhatan County special education teacher and planning to pursue a degree in special education
• Mazie Harmon - daughter of a Powhatan County special education teacher
• Rebecca Walter - planning to pursue a degree in special education
• Valentina Shultz - planning to pursue a degree in special education

We wish these exceptional students all the best on the next steps in their journey.

Pictured below Marnie, Addison, Rebecca, & Valentina. Mazie (not pictured) was at her PHS softball game.

05/07/2026

When we started this journey to remember Carter and give back, we had no idea the outpouring of support that we would receive would be so overwhelming. Today marks the 2nd anniversary of Carters passing. This evening, the Carter High Epperly Foundation Board met to review and select the recipients of the inaugural foundation scholarships. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we have selected 5 recipients for scholarships this year. This exceeds our modest expectations and targets when we started on this adventure a year ago. Recipients will be informed of their scholarship award the evening of May 18 at the Powhatan High School Senior awards ceremony. We sincerely appreciate the donations and support and look forward to sharing the names of the recipients after May 18.

Donate to the Carter Hugh Epperly Foundation. Your contributions support special education scholarships and keep Carter's legacy alive.

03/29/2026

Applications for the Carter Hugh Epperly Foundation scholarships for graduating seniors close on April 30th. If you know someone that may qualify, please encourage them to apply. The application process is very quick and easy.

Must meet one of the following criteria for eligibility:
- A Powhatan County student graduating from the special needs program
- A Powhatan County student planning to pursue a degree in special education
- A student who is the child of a Powhatan County special education teacher

This scholarship can support continuing education at a trade school, a two-year, or four-year college (public or private).

Submit your application for a $1,000 scholarship by April 30. For students connected to special education, apply online for trade or college education funding.