Mission
TRPEF strives to improve the quality of life for all Tennesseans by promoting an appreciation and understanding of the merits and values of recreation and parks. The organization achieves these objectives through charitable causes, educational endeavors, and scientific research.
Support TRPEF's Mission!
- JOIN TRPEF Click here for the TRPEF membership form and the QR code above or click here and follow the steps for online payment.
- Donate now! Support TRPEF's mission by making your tax-deductible donation today by clicking here or scanning the QR code above.
Scholarships Available
- Professional Scholarships - for people attending professional training programs
- Certification Scholarships - for people applying for the CPRP or CPRE certifications
- Student Scholarships - for students majoring in a declared major and/or concentration in a recreation/parks field: Health and Human Performance, Recreation, Resource Management, Leisure Studies, Turf Management, Forestry or related majors.
For more information, please see each scholarship below.
Professional Scholarships
Application have been suspended for 2024. If your event is in 2025 please use the link below to apply. - Scholarships for schools/workshops (Application will be reviewed at the next TRPEF Board Meeting). Applications are currently halted while TRPEF makes some changes to the process. We look forward to receiving your application when we reopen the process.
Certification Scholarships
The purpose of these scholarships is to assist individuals with the application fee to become certified. The scholarships are made possible by generous donations from various agencies and individuals across the state of Tennessee. Individuals are encouraged to apply for the scholarship if they meet the certification criteria. Please note the application links and deadlines listed below.
- Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Criteria
- Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) Criteria
Application Deadline Was March 31, 2025. - Apply for the scholarship here: https://form.jotform.com/242187575110151
Student Scholarships!
The purpose of these scholarships is to assist students with their education by providing a monetary award. The scholarships are made possible by generous donations from various agencies and individuals across the state of Tennessee. Students are encouraged to apply for the scholarship if they meet the criteria. Please note the application link and deadlines listed below.
A. Application Eligibility Requirements
1. Applicant must be classified as a rising junior or senior, enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited four-year institution or university within the State of Tennessee that has a curriculum in a recreation and/or park field.
2. Applicants must have a declared major and/or concentration in a recreation/parks field: Health and Human Performance, Recreation, Resource Management, Leisure Studies, Turf Management, or Forestry.
3. The student must have a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA with a minimum 3.0 major GPA in the recreation and/or parks major, verified by attached transcript.
B. Selection Procedures
1. Shall be selected by a simple majority vote of the TRPEF Board of Directors.
C. Supplementary Selection Criteria
- Statement of Occupational Interest and Goals
- Statement of why Scholarship is Desired
- Statement of Paid and Volunteer Work Experience within the Field.
- Statement of Professional Involvement in related Associations and Organizations
- Statement of Financial Need
- Transcript (does not need to be sealed)
- Two Letters of Recommendation
D. Instructions
- Fill out application completely
- Each “STATEMENT” should be a brief paragraph
- Transcript/Proof of enrollment and grades may be supplied by the student. It may be printed from the University’s Student portal.
- Letters of Recommendation- at least one should be from a faculty member in the student’s major.
Application Deadline TBD for 2025.