Donor: Bridget & Bric Shelton

Available to: Miss Texas' Teen delegates

Scholarship Amount: $500

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Scholarship Qualifications & About: 

The Payton Reed Inspired to Serve Scholarship honors a student leader whose involvement, energy, and commitment to her school and community inspires others to get involved and make a difference. Payton Reed is a 2024 graduate of Gordon High School and was known for being highly engaged in school activities, service, and community involvement. Through her involvement, she developed leadership, communication, and service skills that continue to shape her success today, while also encouraging others to step up, get involved, and find their place in their community.

This scholarship is rooted in the belief that inspiration leads to action. When young people are influenced by someone who serves and leads by example, they are motivated to do the same and create meaningful change in their own communities. This award is designed for students who demonstrate leadership, service, and initiative.

Application Requirements

Create a 30 second to 2 minute video highlighting the person who inspired you to get involved in your community. In your video, please include:

-Who they are (mentor, teacher, upperclassman, friend, family member, or community leader)
-How they are or were involved in their community
-What they did that inspired you
-How their example influenced your own involvement and personal “why”
-How you are continuing that impact through your own service

This video should share your “why” behind getting involved and reflect the ripple effect of inspiration and service.
[Optional, but highly encouraged] post the video on social media and tag the one who inspired you, if appropriate.

In the submission box below, please submit a public link to your social media post or a public link to the video on Dropbox or Google Drive