McCormick Awards $105,000 Scholarships to Six Student-Athletes in May Event
MKC•McCormick & Company awarded $105,000 in scholarships—two $40,000 Charles Perry McCormick awards and additional $7,500 and $5,000 grants—to six student-athletes including Tempris Harrison and Avery Ray. The May 11 event featured keynote speaker Justin Forsett and honored more than 100 Unsung Heroes, reinforcing McCormick’s community engagement.
1. Scholarship Awards
McCormick awarded a total of $105,000 in scholarships to six student-athletes. Tempris Harrison and Avery Ray received the two principal Charles Perry McCormick scholarships of $40,000 each over four years, while four others earned $7,500 and $5,000 grants at the May 11 ceremony in Baltimore.
2. Unsung Heroes Program
The Unsung Heroes program, established in 1940, recognizes unselfish student-athletes for team play and leadership. This year’s nominees exceeded 100, with winners selected based on community impact, resilience, and dedication, reflecting McCormick’s commitment to the Power of People ethos.
3. Event Highlights
The in-person event was hosted at the M&T Bank Exchange in Baltimore’s France-Merrick Performing Arts Center and featured keynote speaker Justin Forsett, nine-year NFL Pro Bowl veteran and CEO of Hustle Clean. A Q&A session moderated by Scott Garceau further celebrated student achievements and company values.
4. Brand and Community Impact
By investing in local student leadership and academic success, McCormick enhances its community engagement and brand reputation. The scholarship program aligns with the company’s Purpose to Make Life More Flavorful and supports long-term goodwill among consumers and stakeholders.
