Legacy Through Learning

We honor the extraordinary lives of Lee Waller and Liza Hurt by investing in the futures of driven, purpose-filled students. Education is the bridge between who you are and who you’re called to become — and we’re here to help you cross it.

Family, Faith & Foundation

Rooted in the values passed down through generations — faith, resilience, and family — this scholarship uplifts students who embody integrity, compassion, and a commitment to building something greater than themselves.

We believe that greatness isn’t reserved for the spotlight — it’s built in the quiet acts of responsibility, ambition, and service. This scholarship supports students who work hard, give back, and lead with heart, even when no one’s watching.

Empowering Youth

Lee Waller and Liza Hurt met, married, and had 12 children — yes, you heard that right, 12.

It all started when…

This scholarship was born from their remarkable legacy: a story of love, resilience, hard work, and unwavering faith in the power of family and education. Lee and Liza didn’t just raise children — they built a dynasty of dreamers, doers, and difference-makers.

Through humble beginnings and the challenges of raising a large family, they instilled in each child the values of perseverance, kindness, community, and the belief that a life of purpose is one worth living. Their kitchen table became a classroom, a sanctuary, and a safe place to dream out loud.

This scholarship exists to honor the spirit of Lee and Liza — to carry forward their legacy by helping the next generation rise, dream big, and pursue the education that can open doors for years to come.

To every applicant: you are not just applying for funding. You’re becoming part of a story — one rooted in love, family, and the belief that every life touched can become a legacy in motion.