Who it's for
A graduating high school member of New Hope
The scholarship is intended for a student who is ready to pursue a hands-on path and build a future through skilled work.
In honor of his 99th birthday
The William Ellison Jr. Vocational Scholarship
An independent scholarship honoring a life shaped by faith, service and skilled work.
Then and today · 99 years
99
Years of life
76
Years NHMBC founder
31
Years at TECO
U.S. Army
Veteran
A life still serving
Faithful service, skilled hands, and a legacy carried forward.
As Deacon William Ellison Jr. celebrates his 99th birthday, we honor a founding member of New Hope, a U.S. Army veteran, and a faithful servant still active in the New Hope community today. Over thirty-one years of skilled work at Tampa Electric Company, he has lived a life of service and craft — and this independent scholarship carries that spirit forward.
For the next generation of builders, makers and skilled professionals.
The scholarship
Opening a practical path after high school.
This independent scholarship helps an eligible graduating New Hope member take the next step toward a vocational or technical career.
How it helps
Support for a two year vocational or technical program
Gifts help with the cost of education after high school and make a practical, career-focused program more accessible.
Help launch the fund
Give a gift in his honor
Celebrate Deacon Ellison's life by helping an eligible New Hope student begin a vocational or technical education.
Prefer to give by check? Checks may be given to Mrs. Evelyn McFadden at New Hope, or mailed to PO Box 112, Balm, FL 33503. Payable to Mrs. Evelyn McFadden.