Helen Marie Orr Memorial Scholarship
A Scholarship Rooted in Legacy and Love
The Helen Marie Orr Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the strength, faith, and nurturing spirit of Dre Orr’s late mother. A single mother who raised her children with resilience and grace, Helen Marie Orr instilled in her son the values of compassion, faith, perseverance, and education. In her memory, this scholarship awards high school seniors or current college students who have:
- Overcome significant adversity
- Demonstrated academic growth and leadership
- Contributed to their communities or peer groups
- Shown character, consistency, and commitment
Eligibility Requirements:
Football Coach & Athletic Mentor
Advisor to the Sigma Beta Young Gentlemen’s Club
Board Member of AGES (Academic Girls Empowering for Success)
Youth Motivational Speaker
Certified Behavior Coach & Foster Parent
Member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc
Additional Roles & Affiliations:
- Must be a graduating high school senior or currently enrolled college student
- Submit a 500-word essay on resilience, mentorship, or personal transformation
- Provide one letter of recommendation
- Provide a transcript and proof of community involvement
Application Deadline
Annually in May
Award Amount
Varies annually
Donate to the Fund
thedorreffect@gmail.com
to contribute to the scholarship in Helen Orr’s honor
This scholarship changes lives by recognizing the power of perseverance — just as Helen Marie did for her family.