The Benjamin F. Ward Scholarship, as a gift from Mr. Ward's estate is intended to honor his life and commitment to education and community service. Recipients must be high school seniors who are planning to attend a four-year public or private college or university. They are selected based on their financial need and commitment to community service. Applicants must have a household income which is 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines or below. The scholarship may be used towards any need listed under the school's total cost of attendance. Payments are made annually for up to four years. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Triangle Community Foundation for more information.