The David Belk Cannon Family Scholarship

The late David Belk Cannon established this scholarship program to help students attend Gaston College and to continue their studies at a four-year institution. It was originally begun as a memorial to his wife, Rebecca Stearnes Cannon, and their two children, David Belk Cannon, Jr. and Rebecca Belk Cannon, who died tragically in a fire in 1964. The scholarship now also serves as a memorial to Mr. Cannon who died in 1998.

The recipients are selected based on character, academic achievement, and need. Students may be a full-time or part-time student, maintain a 2.0 GPA, attend the Scholarship Dinner. Recipients may be enrolled in any course of study at Gaston College. Scholarships are renewable for a second year.