Anthony Ellis Special Events Grant
Born in Shinnston West Virginia in 1937, his love of music led him to learn to play the clarinet with lessens from his uncle and he soon joined the School Boy Patrol Band at age 10. Anthony went on to learn how to play the tenor saxophone and joined a dance band soon after. He went on to obtain his bachelor of science degree in biology from Wheeling College and went to work teaching in Clarksburg, West Virginia, where he also coached. He continued to play the saxophone making extra money playing jobs up and down the Ohio river. He never lost his love for music and wanted to share that with as many children as he could. This fund was set up by his family and students can apply for one-time grant to attend a music educational enrichment opportunity. Typical grants are for $250. Higher amounts will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Requirements
The student participates in the instrumental program at a school in West Virginia
The student has demonstrated a good work ethic in the classroom
The student is in good academic standing
The student has demonstrated an aptitude in music
The student is a responsible young person
Upload a Personal Essay in the field below. Essay needs to answer the following questions:
1. What do you hope to learn from this special event?
2. What questions will you have for the instructor?
Upload letter of recommendation from the band director in the field below