Rahll Campus Scholarships
The purpose of the Louise and Gene Rahll Scholarship Program is to provide financial help to students or residents of Dallam or Hartley County, who seek to improve their lives through post-secondary education or vocational training.
The scholarship funds may only be used for tuition and fees at Frank Phillips College (FPC). These funds will be administrated by the Dalhart Education Foundation (DEF) directly to FPC. DEF will make their decisions based on an applicant’s financial need, ability to complete courses, and any other qualification that the Board may apply at their discretion.
Recipients must attend and pass all classes. Future awards will be based on the successful completion of the previous semester. Louise and Gene Rahll Scholarship Funds will not be available to retake failed or dropped courses. Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis. Students wishing to receive funds for Dual-Credit (DC) classes will be required to take at least one regular non-DC college course through FPC every semester. Students should register early so that funds can be applied to their account in a timely manner. Funds may not be available for students who register late.
The Scholarship Board has the final authority in the selection of recipients and the amount awarded to each recipient.
A scholarship fund has been established in memory of Brendan Torres, Dalhart Firefighter and Frank Phillips College student who passed away on October 4, 2022, serving others in the line of duty. All his life Brendan Torres was like a sponge, soaking up life's many duties, jobs, and what made them unique. If he could, he would have done them all! His zest for a purpose in life showed from day one and his need to be helpful was just as strong! An advocate for anyone big or small is what made him special and his drive to be greater is what we honor in this scholarship called "Brendan’s Blessing.” Honoring those special few that dare to dream but lack the resources to bring those dreams to fruition!
The purpose of Brendan’s Blessing is to provide financial help to students or residents of Dallam or Hartley County, who seek to improve their lives through post-secondary education or vocational training. Those seeking vocational training will have priority consideration for Brendan’s Scholarship.
The scholarship funds may only be used for tuition and fees at Frank Phillips College (FPC). These funds will be administrated by the Dalhart Education Foundation (DEF) directly to FPC. Brendan’s family will make their decisions based on an applicant’s financial need, ability to complete courses, and any other qualifications that may apply at their discretion.
Recipients must attend and pass all classes. Future awards will be based on successful completion of the previous semester. Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis. Students should register early so that funds can be applied to your account in a timely manner. Funds may not be available for students who register late.
The Scholarship Board along with Brendan’s family has the final authority in the selection of recipients and the amount awarded to each recipient.
Apply for the Brendan's Blessing Scholarship
Donna Thompson has worked in the medical field for over 30 years. She started working with mental health patients in Columbus, Ohio and became a CNA in 2000. She did private duty care before moving into working at nursing homes and assisted living locations. In 2010, she went to VRJC in Vernon, TX and worked at the Chillicothe Hospital before moving to Dalhart, TX where she began working at DFMC as a clinic nurse and then transferred to their home health/hospice team. After a few years, she switched to working for Accolade Home Health and Hospice (now Accent Care) where she worked until her death Easter Sunday of 2023. She would frequently talk about the shortage of nurses, especially after the hard-hitting Covid pandemic struck. This scholarship is given to honor her service to others and to provide a scholarship to deserving students who desire to have a career as a nurse.
The purpose of the Donna Thompson Memorial Nursing Scholarship is to provide financial help to students or residents of Dallam or Hartley County, who seek to improve their lives by seeking a degree in nursing.
The scholarship funds may only be used for tuition and fees at Frank Phillips College (FPC). These funds will be administrated by the Dalhart Education Foundation (DEF) directly to FPC. Donna’s family will make their decisions based on an applicant’s financial need, ability to complete courses, and any other qualifications that may apply at their discretion.
Recipients must attend and pass all classes. Future awards will be based on successful completion of the previous semester. Scholarships will be awarded on an annual basis. Students should register early so that funds can be applied to your account in a timely manner. Funds may not be available for students who register late.
The Scholarship Board along with Donna’s family has the final authority in the selection of recipients and the amount awarded to each recipient.
A scholarship has been established in memory of Eric Andrew Ruiz, a Dalhart High School graduate. Eric was a talented varsity baseball player and a welding student at Frank Phillips College. He was a determined young man who aimed to complete his welding program at Frank Phillips and return to work at Hydro. After completion of his certificate, he planned on pursuing a career in college baseball. Despite his passing on May 18th, 2023, Eric's memory lives on through the "Eric's Heart" scholarship, which celebrates his love for baseball, welding, and his community. Eric was a kindhearted individual who always went out of his way to help others. He believed in the value of hard work and wanted to encourage others to pursue their vocational goals. Let's honor Eric by supporting students who share his drive and passion for learning.
If you would like to donate to this scholarship, please send your donation to:
Dalhart Education Foundation
Attn: Eric's Heart Scholarship
302 Denrock Avenue
Dalhart, Texas 79022
Louise and Gene Rahll Scholarship Program
The following items must be submitted with your application (all forms must be submitted either by email to cdovel@fpctx.edu or online through the FPC website)
- High School Transcript
- College Transcript (if applicable)
- Letter of recommendation
- Typewritten narrative of school and career plans, including responsibilities, certifications, volunteer work, goals, and any other information you feel is important.
Louise and Gene Rahll Scholarship Application
Brendan's Blessing Scholarship Program
The following items must be submitted with your application (all forms must be submitted either by email to cdovel@fpctx.edu or online through the FPC website)
- High School Transcript
- College Transcript (if applicable)
- Letter of recommendation
- Typewritten narrative of school and career plans, including responsibilities, certifications, volunteer work, goals, and any other information you feel is important.
Brendan's Blessing Scholarship Application
The Donna Thompson Memorial Nursing Scholarship Program
The following items must be submitted with your application (all forms must be submitted either by email to cdovel@fpctx.edu or online through the FPC website)
- High School Transcript
- College Transcript (if applicable)
- Letter of recommendation
- Typewritten narrative of school and career plans, including responsibilities, certifications, volunteer work, goals, and any other information you feel is important.
Donna Thompson Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Eric's Heart Scholarship Program
The following items must be submitted with your application (all forms must be submitted either by email to cdovel@fpctx.edu or online through the FPC website)
- High School Transcript
- College Transcript (if applicable)
- Letter of recommendation
- Typewritten narrative of school and career plans, including responsibilities, certifications, volunteer work, goals, and any other information you feel is important.