Scholarships
Twiddy & Company created two scholarships and we encourage all students to apply. The scholarship recipient will receive a $1,000 scholarship for tuition reimbursement.
Candis R. Richardson Memorial Scholarship
Candis was an inspiration to the Twiddy & Company team for her ability to remain positive at all times. No matter what the situation, she always had a smile on her face and found the silver lining. She began her career at Twiddy & Company in 2006 during Tropical Storm Ernesto. The storm’s forecast showed that it would not have much of an impact on the northern Outer Banks. However, Ernesto produced record amounts of rainfall and significant flooding in our vacation home communities. Although Candis had just started at Twiddy & Company, she remained calm and helped put frantic arriving guests at ease with her friendly conversation and a big smile. Her ability to stay positive during a very stressful situation proved early on that she was a valuable part of the Twiddy & Company team. It also earned her the nickname “Ernesto”, which she was lovingly called from that day forward. Candis contributed a consistently positive outlook that lives on in all of her coworkers at Twiddy & Company.
Eligibility
- Available to students enrolled at College of the Albemarle
- See full eligibility criteria on the COA Scholarships page
The Sharon C. Ryan Memorial Scholarship Program
TheSharon C. Ryan Memorial Scholarship Program awards two individual scholarships of $1,000 each to eligible students pursuing higher education. Scholarships are awarded for one academic year, and recipients are encouraged to reapply annually for renewal. Renewal applications are evaluated each year and are subject to continued eligibility and the selection committee's review.
Sharon was a longtime member of the Maintenance Department at Twiddy & Company. She was employed elsewhere when she met Doug Twiddy. Doug immediately knew that she would be an essential addition to the team at Twiddy & Company. For over 19 years in the Maintenance Department, Sharon worked with the maintenance team as well as local vendors to schedule and complete services for Twiddy’s vacation homes. Through this role, Sharon got to know many local folks on the Outer Banks, as well as their families. She became a loyal friend to many, both at Twiddy & Company and in the local community. At company events, she was always the first on the dance floor, and she’d stay there throughout the party. She is warmly remembered at Twiddy & Company for her big smile and excellent work ethic.
The Sharon C. Ryan Memorial Scholarship Program - New Applicants
Eligibility
Please review the eligibility requirements carefully before submitting your application. While familiarity with the Outer Banks is not required, applicants are encouraged to learn about the area before applying. Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee based on the following criteria.
Required Materials
- Be enrolled at a college or university in the United States.
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Be actively involved in on- or off-campus organizations or clubs and demonstrate leadership experience in those activities.
- Submit the following application materials:
- A completed application.
- Official college transcripts (or official high school transcripts for graduating high school seniors) showing courses completed and current GPA.
- Two letters of recommendation:
- One character reference.
- One professional reference.
- A professional résumé.
- A minimum 500-word essay on one of the following topics:
- How have family vacations or travel experiences shaped your understanding of relationships, personal growth, and community?
- How can emerging technology enhance guest convenience and operations in hospitality without sacrificing the human connections at its core?
The Sharon C. Ryan Memorial Scholarship Program - Scholarship Renewal
Eligibility
Please review the renewal eligibility requirements carefully before submitting your application. Renewal applications will be reviewed by a selection committee based on the following criteria.
Required Materials
Renewal applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled at a college or university in the United States.
- Have maintained a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Continue to be actively involved in on- or off-campus organizations, clubs, or other activities and demonstrate ongoing leadership and engagement.
- Submit the following renewal application materials:
- A completed renewal application.
- An official college transcript showing completed coursework and current cumulative GPA.
- An updated professional résumé.
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A minimum 500-word essay describing how receiving the scholarship has impacted your academic, personal, and professional growth, and how it has helped you work toward your educational and career goals.