Harry and Hilda Miller Family Scholarship

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The family of Harry and Hilda Miller established this scholarship in memory of their parents and grandparents. Mirroring the Millers’ contributions to the village of McComb, this scholarship will benefit a graduate of McComb High School who is committed to community and pursuing a career in a health-related field.

Harry and Hilda were both health care providers and passionate about their family and community. Hilda worked as a nurse until their four children were born. Harry followed in his father’s footsteps to become a doctor. Harry opened his practice in McComb in 1932, eventually establishing a 17-bed, 10-crib hospital in part of the family’s home. During his more than 50 years of practice, he made countless house calls, delivered over 2000 babies, was team doctor for the McComb Panthers, and served as the Hancock County Health Commissioner for a number of years.

Standards for Determining Eligibility

• The applicant must be a graduate of McComb High School entering their freshman year at an accredited two or four year institution.
• The applicant must be pursuing a degree in a health related field, i.e. medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy.
• The student must have demonstrated success in science courses.
• Applicant must be a citizen of the United States of America.
• The applicant must have maintained a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above while in high school/the most recently completed grading period.
• The applicant must be able to demonstrate involvement in organizations and volunteer service in the community.
• Financial need is a requirement.
• Any student who receives a full scholarship that includes all of the fees normally payable by policy of the Community Foundation will not qualify for this Scholarship.