Members, sons, daughters or grandchildren of members (who are in good standing or were at the time of their death) of the Order of the Eastern Star in Virginia; and/or members in good standing in Virginia of the Order of DeMolay. Applicants shall be a graduating senior from high school or shall be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning. No award shall be made to an applicant who has attained the age of 23 years or for studies beyond a Bachelor's Degree.

The members of the Grand Lodge of Virginia affirm their support of and commitment to our youth and invite members of our three Masonic youth groups to participate in this recognition program of outstanding youth group members. One individual will be selected from each of the three Masonic youth groups.

Applicants for this award must be graduating senior or have already received a High School Diploma or equivalent accepted by an institution of higher learning, who has not reach the age of 22 years at the time of applying for this award, and be a member in good standing in DeMolay International in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

U.S. citizenship and a verified affiliation with a Masonic organization required.

Every year the Timberman Temple Corporation administers the Scholarship Program on behalf of the Elmer Timberman Masonic Lodge No. 54. Scholarships in the amount of $1,000.00 (renewable up for three additional years - up to $4,000.00 total) are awarded to deserving high school seniors to help facilitate their college careers.

Students are selected on the basis of merit and need. Merit includes academic achievement, class rank, standardized test scores, participation in high school, community, church or synagogue activities, as well as the quality of application essays. Scholarship is open to High School Seniors only.