Creating a legacy
about the scholarship
Our Mission
The Scholarship
The Scholarship
Sam had a dream that one day a scholarship would be named in his honor.
We strive to posthumously make that dream a reality, by supporting a young artist in their dream of a life in the arts.
The Scholarship
The Scholarship
The Scholarship
Sam Mossler Memorial Scholarship Fund is established to award an annual $5,000 scholarship to a graduating senior student from Booker High School Visual & Performing Arts Program who will be pursuing a postsecondary education in the arts.
The recipient of this scholarship will embody the talent, character, and passion for the arts that continues the legacy of Sam Mossler.
Our Committee
The Scholarship
Our Committee
Comprised of actors, artists, friends, and family who were all touched by Sam's amazing ability to connect with each of us on a personal level and even an audience he never met.
Mickey Mossler - Brother
Dave Russell - Uncle
Nicole Hancock - Life Partner
Jay Duval & David DeWald - Co-Founders
Laurie Miller
Bobby Mitchell
Rebecca Abrahamson
Mandy Woolfson
Meg Gilbert
Alex Teicheira
Scholarship - FAQs
Why - Keep Evolving, Please?
It was a song he wrote, containing poignant lyrics to live-by. You could call it Sam's "Mantra".
Who is Eligible?
Graduating seniors from Booker High School's Visual and Performing Arts Program who will be pursuing a postsecondary education in the arts.
What is the Application Process?
The application must be submitted by the 1st week of April of the senior's graduating year and will be a prerequisite for scheduling the interview.
Each eligible candidate will interview with the scholarship committee (virtually for now) in Spring of their graduating year.
- The interview will be a half-hour long and will consist of questions from the committee.
- Please include examples of your artistic work, as part of the selection process
Who Determines the Award?
The award is determined annually by the Sam Mossler Memorial Scholarship Committee.
The committee is comprised of the friends and family of Sam Mossler.
When is the Award Presented?
The award will be presented annually in the Spring of the senior's graduating year.
Can I Make a Donation?
Absolutely. Donations are much appreciated and will go a long way towards making the dreams come true for an aspiring young artist. Donations are tax deductible as we are covered under a 501(c)(3).
Please select Sam Mossler Memorial Scholarship when making your donation.