Milnes Scholarship

The Milnes Fund of Pilgrim Congregational Church, UCC, was established in 1996 through a bequest from Jack and Marjory Milnes to provide scholarships for individuals studying to become ministers in the United Church of Christ. The award amount may be up to $5,000.

The window for receiving applications for 2025 has closed.

To apply for a scholarship, please submit the following:

1. Current curriculum vitae.

2. Cover letter which:

   • includes a statement of ministerial philosophy;

   • outlines future hopes/plans for ministry in the United Church of Christ;

   • describes financial need;

   • provides contact information for three references, including one from your pastor.

If you or someone you know is interested in applying for this scholarship, please submit your application via email to mail@pilgrim-church.com. Include Attn: Milnes Scholarship in the subject line.