Apply for the Marion Motley Scholarship Fund

09.21.2009

The Cleveland Browns Foundation is now accepting applications for the Cleveland Browns Marion Motley Scholarship.

The Browns areencouraging Northeast Ohio High School Seniors to apply for this opportunity to receive financial support to further their education and pursue their career dreams.

The Cleveland Browns Foundation established the Cleveland Browns Marion Motley Scholarship Fund through a partnership with Cleveland Scholarship Programs, Inc. The scholarship will provide financial assistance for Northeast Ohio students who are interested in going to college. Recipients will receive assistance for four years of their college career. Because serving our community is an important part of the Cleveland Browns, scholarship applicants must demonstrate a commitment to and a continued involvement in their community.

As its name states, the Cleveland Browns Marion Motley Scholarship Fund also acknowledges one of Cleveland Browns legends and NFL Hall of Famers, Marion Motley. Motley was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1968 for his abilities on the field as a rusher and blocker. More importantly, Motley earned a place in history as one of four African-American players to break through race barriers in professional football. In 1946, he earned a roster spot with the Cleveland Browns, which was part of the All-America Football Conference, becoming one of the first African-Americans in the sport. To recognize and honor Marion Motley, scholarship applicants will be asked to research his life and career and provide insight on how he impacted the Cleveland Browns and the NFL.

A total of two scholarships will be granted; each awarded student will receive $2,500 a year for four years to attend college.

Application deadline is October 23. Log on tohttp://www.cspohio.org/cleveland-browns.aspx tolearn more.