The Walker Memorial Scholarship

The Walker Memorial Scholarship (WMS) is named after Rev. Malachi Walker (BR Class of1977) in honor of his late daughter, Chanelle Walker-Wells who was murdered by gun violence on July 19, 2008. It is awarded to financially assist college-bound students who show qualities of good character, leadership, and Christian faith.

Candidates should exemplify Christ-centered behavior through volunteer service to church, school, and/or community.

REQUIREMENTS

2.5 GPA

Demonstrate financial need

Be able to document community service activities during the year of application. Activity can be with church, community, or school

Actively involved in a church congregation and able to obtain and submit a letter of support from their church pastor

Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Christian ministry, Christian counseling, Christian leadership, Urban ministry, Christian/Community service (CSER), or Criminal Justice. Other majors will be considered at the discretion of the committee. Submit a 1-page essay on How/Why Community Service is Important for the Church.

Malachi has received numerous awards and accolades for his work with youth throughout the City of Indianapolis. A partial list includes the following:

• Ford Freedom Unsung Hero Award

• Stopover, Inc. Stew Wood Youth Advocacy Award

• Indianapolis Fire Department Peer Leadership Award Nominee

• City County Council Proclamation for Outstanding work with Black Males

• Indianapolis Fire Department Unit Commendation Award

• Fox59 Unsung Hero Award

• Indianapolis Links, Inc. Distinguished Leadership in Public Safety Award

• Jiffy Lube Gold Good Guy Award

• Indiana Jefferson Award

• WRTV Channel 6 Community Leadership Award

• Mayor Goldsmith Proclamation for Volunteer Leadership

• Great Commission Church of God Award of Excellence

• Indianapolis Education Association’s Human Rights Award

• Mayor Stephen Goldsmith Proclamation

• Police and Fire Department’s Community Leadership Award