Jerry P. Rainey Scholarship

Chapter IX, the Isaac Camacho Chapter, of the Special Forces Association is pleased to announce the 2015 Jerry P. Rainey Scholarship. 

The Jerry P. Rainey Scholarship Fund focuses on assisting qualifying students who display outstanding potential in their chosen major. Academic excellence, community involvement, and personal character are the primary considerations weighted for selecting a recipient.

The fund was established in memory of Jerry P. Rainey, a former Green Beret and Medic. Mr. Rainey’s lifelong endeavor, driven by his infectious optimism, to assist those with which he came into contact inspired this fund. His belief that each individual possesses the ability to positively impact others is the basis for the intent of the fund.

The intent is twofold; assist a student in obtaining his or her educational objectives and perpetuate the spirit of selfless giving to others, a standard which Mr. Rainey so admirably inspired those around him to follow.

Three (3) scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each will be awarded in person annually on or before August 15, 2015. The review process will be limited to the first 50 applications received NLT June 20, 2015.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants will meet the following requirements in order to be considered for the scholarship:
 Must reside in the greater El Paso, Texas/Las Cruces, New Mexico area
 Must be enrolled in an accredited university, college, or technical school
 Must have completed at least 24 credit hours of college coursework
 Must have maintained a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
 Must have contributed or are contributing to the local community

Submit an application packet no earlier than May 20, 2015 and no later than June 20, 2015 via U.S. mail or E-mail to:
Jerry P. Rainey Scholarship Fund
c/o Samuel Morgan
P.O. Box 640188
El Paso, Texas 79902
or via email submission to: samuelmorgan01@gmail.com

The application packet will include:
 Completed Application Form
 Proof of GPA
 Proof of completion of at least 24 credit hours of college coursework
 Written or typed essay, 500 words or less, describing contributions to the community and life goals
 Reference letter(s) from two members of the community other than family members


Fill out the form below and submit to request a scholarship application and packet.  Applications/Packets must be returned no earlier than May 20th, 2014 and no later than June 20th, 2014. 

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2011 Winners of the Jerry P. Rainey Memorial Scholarship

On Saturday 20 August, Special Forces Association Chapter IX was pleased to award two $500 scholarships to very deserving individuals. From Left to Right Below: Steve Franzoni, Scholarship Committee; Omar Gutierrez, Scholarship Recipient; COL(P)Doyle, Commander of William Beaumont Army Medical Center and Scholarship Presenter; Bridget Tokode,Scholarship Recipient;Greg Brown,Scholarship Committee; and, Leo Enriquez, Scholarship Committee.



The Chapter is very pleased with the caliber of winners since the scholarship inception until now. In fact, the following conversation took place on e-mail just to articulate one winner's character:

To Greg Brown, Scholarship Committee:

"Sir, I was surprise to have seen $500.00 check instead of $250.00. Pls sir, let me know if it is mistake so as to return the check or the change. Once again, thanks, I felt honored and motivated. God bless you, the family and the organization. Thanks, Bridget."


To Bridget(Scholarship Recipient):
"Bridget, It is not a mistake. We advertise $250, but if we have enough money we give $500. We had enough money this year to do that. You are welcome. I felt it was also my privilege to meet you and your husband. I enjoyed sitting and talking with you. Good luck with your schooling. Sincerely, Greg"

Jerry P. Rainey Scholarship Award

On Saturday 21 August 2010, SFA Chapter IX awarded two $500 Scholarships for the 3rd year in a row under the Jerry P. Rainey Scholarship.

Jerry Rainey was veteran of the Korean War and Vietnam where he served as a SF Medic on several "A" Teams. He was a past President of Chapter IX, as well as a close friend to Chapter namesake Isaac Camacho. Jerry's focus on helping others, and thinking of himself last, prompted the Chapter three years ago to develop and financial support a scholarship in his name. Read Jerry's bio here.

This year's highly deserving winners are Sonia Takacs who will graduate from Texas Tech Medical Center's Nursing Program in December with a B.S. in Nursing, and, Jenee Duran, a Senior at New Mexico State University majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology.

From Left to Right in the photo below: Steve Takacs - Border Patrol Agent and husband of Sonia Takacs, Sonia Takacs, Ike Camacho, Pete Peral -Chapter President, Carol Rainey - widow of Jerry Rainey, Jenee Duran, Mr and Mrs Duran - parents of Jenee.