In Memory Of Mom And Pop Byrnes

The James F. Byrnes Foundation Scholarships are living memorials to the memory of James Francis Byrnes and his wife, Maude Busch Byrnes, two of South Carolina's outstanding citizens of their times.

Volunteers Needed

Executive Secretary Kenya White is working on Byrnes Brothers/Sisters assignments for the 2012 Scholars. If you’re interested, please contact her so we can make some connections. The goal is to have Brothers/Sisters in place prior to the June 9 luncheon.

Kenya also is working with high school guidance counselors to arrange scholarship presentations at school awards ceremonies for 2012 Scholars. If you are interested in presenting a scholarship, please contact her.

Luncheon Reminder

Be on the look out for your June Luncheon Invitation from the Scholars board. The 2012 luncheon is Saturday, June 9, at the Columbia Marriott. Check your family calendar now so you will be able to RSVP (before time). Luncheon information also will be posted to this site.

2012 Byrnes Scholars Named

The James F. Byrnes Foundation has named its 2012 Byrnes Scholars. The 64th class of Byrnes Scholars (and their high school, hometown, and college plans) are:

  • Erika Hubbard, North Middle High, North, Clemson University
  • Jewel Eckmyre, Aiken Prep School, Aiken, Charleston Southern University
  • Tyler Peake, South Aiken High, Aiken, USC Columbia
  • Savannah Weber, Summerville High, Summerville, USC Columbia
  • Susannah Nunamaker, Richard Winn Academy, Winnsboro, Lander University
  • Chad Pope, South Aiken High, Aiken, USC Columbia

2011 Graduating Scholars

The 2011 graduating class of James F. Byrnes Foundation Scholars.The James F. Byrnes Foundation recognized its 2011 graduating scholars at its 48th annual luncheon June 11, 2011, in Columbia. The grduating scholars, from the 2007 scholars class (and the hometown of each), are, pictured left to right: Taylor Edward Butler, Charleston; Lauren Gabrielle Flynn, Williamston; Cierra Dushone Gilliam, Greenville; Zachary Michael Miller, Galivants Ferry; Brittany Erica Parkhurst Inman; and Lacreisha Dayshana Williams, Columbia. Not pictured: Courtney Rebecca Smith, Cope.

The Byrnes Scholars Site

The information concerning Byrnes Scholarships and The Byrnes Foundation is taken from materials developed by The Byrnes Foundation, especially the 1988 index to The James F. Byrnes Foundation.

The historical information on Mr. Byrnes was developed by The Byrnes Scholars under the editorial guidance of Neil Johnson and Matt Lockhart. The editors wish to thank David Damon, Rachel C. Drake, Johnna Ferguson, Dr. Sara Hollingsworth, Cal Johnson, Brad Jordan, Elaine Russell Matlock, Pam Galloway McElveen, Barbara Tartaglia, Margaret B. Walden and Charles Wall.

The Byrnes Scholars information is taken from various sources, including the organization's bylaws and various materials developed by The Byrnes Foundation.

2012 Application Process Closed

The application process for 2012 is closed. Scholarship announcements will be posted to the website in early June. Application packets for 2013 will be available at the end of November 2012.

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