The Michael A. DeMayo Arrive Alive Scholarship: Empowering Students and Promoting Safe Driving
The Michael A. DeMayo Arrive Alive Scholarship, offered by DeMayo Law Offices, is an annual program designed to support academic excellence and raise awareness about the dangers of underage drinking and driving. For over two decades, this scholarship has provided financial assistance to local high school seniors, empowering them to pursue their college education while encouraging them to become advocates for responsible decision-making.
A Legacy of Support and Awareness
Since its inception in 2003, the Arrive Alive Scholarship has grown significantly in both scope and impact. Initially, the program awarded five $1,000 scholarships to Mecklenburg County seniors who demonstrated their understanding of how the community could help curb underage drinking and driving through compelling essays. Over the years, the scholarship program has expanded to include 10 winners, across 23 counties, each who receive a $5,000 scholarship. Over the years, DeMayo Law Offices has awarded over $825,000 in scholarships to high school seniors in our community. This expansion reflects DeMayo Law Offices' commitment to reaching a wider audience and fostering a culture of safety throughout the region.
Michael A. DeMayo, CEO & Managing Partner, recently sat down with QC Life on WBTV to discuss the scholarship’s history and how students can apply.
Addressing a Critical Issue
The Arrive Alive Scholarship is rooted in a deep concern for the devastating consequences of distracted and drunk driving. As Michael A. DeMayo states, “At DeMayo Law Offices we see the devastation of distracted and drunk driving on an almost daily basis. By raising awareness amongst our youth, it is our hope that we can make a positive impact in our community and save a few lives in the process." The scholarship program directly addresses this issue by encouraging students to develop and share innovative strategies for preventing underage drinking and driving. The Arrive Alive® Scholarship promotes peer messaging to encourage teens to avoid these dangerous behaviors.
Scholarship Details and Eligibility
The annual DeMayo Law Offices Arrive Alive® Scholarship Program is an exciting opportunity for local high school seniors to have a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship toward their college education. This year, DeMayo Law Offices will award $5,000 each to ten graduating seniors, totaling $50,000 in scholarships. Funds can be used for tuition, books, and other college expenses. The firm will be awarding a total of $50,000 in college scholarships to 10 high school seniors who reside and attend schools in counties served by the firm.
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To qualify for the Arrive Alive Scholarship, students must meet specific criteria:
- Age/Grade Level: Be a high school senior
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Residence: Reside and attend school in counties served by the Law Offices of Michael A. DeMayo L.L.P. which include North Carolina counties: Alexander, Anson, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Cumberland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Richmond, Robeson, Rowan, Scotland, Stanly and Union.
- School: Attend school in counties served by the Law Offices of Michael A. DeMayo L.L.P.
- Enrollment: Students must have applied for full-time enrollment at a four-year university or college.
In addition to meeting these requirements, applicants must complete and return a scholarship application to DeMayo Law Offices by the announced deadline. To apply, students must be high school seniors who have applied for full-time enrollment at a four-year college and must submit their completed scholarship packet. The deadline for 2026 submissions is Monday, March 23, 2026.
Application Requirements
A complete scholarship application typically includes the following:
- Application Form: A detailed form providing personal and academic information. Applications are Available for the 2026 Arrive Alive Scholarship Click Here to Download a 2026 Application
- Transcript: An official high school transcript demonstrating academic performance. Transcript:Required
- Recommendation Letters: Two letters of recommendation from teachers, athletic coaches, school administrators, club advisors, volunteer work supervisors, employers, religious leaders, or family friends. Recommendation Letters:Two letters of recommendation (from teachers, athletic coaches, school administrators, club advisors, volunteer work supervisors, employers, religious leaders or family friends).
- Presentation: Students are required to submit a presentation on how to educate their peers and promote the prevention of underage drinking and driving. Students are required to submit a presentation on how to educate their peers and promote the prevention of underage drinking and driving.
- Resume/Activity List: Not required.
Winners will be chosen by a selection committee. Winners will be chosen based on their submission quality, along with academic performance and recommendations.
Participating Counties
The scholarship program benefits high school seniors residing and attending schools in counties served by the firm, including: Mecklenburg, Gaston, Catawba, Union (NC), Cabarrus, Cleveland, Lincoln, Rowan, Caldwell, Stanly, Iredell, Alexander, Burke, Robeson, Scotland, Richmond, Anson, Cumberland, York, Lancaster, Chester, Cherokee, and Chesterfield.
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How to Learn More and Apply
For more information about the Arrive Alive Scholarship program, interested students and educators can:
- Call or text (877) 333-1000. Questions? Call or text (877) 333-1000 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form
- Complete a Free Case Evaluation form.
- Contact DeMayo Law Offices directly to receive more information about our scholarship program.
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