Thursday, February 3, 2011 4:14 am

NASHVILLE – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization benefiting nonprofits in Middle Tennessee, announces its annual scholarship application process and invites students to apply by March 15, 2011, at www.cfmt.org.

Whether a student is studying law, horticulture, chiropractic medicine or musical composition; planning a career in technology or dentistry; or studying at a technical school or four-year university, The Community Foundation’s scholarship program offers opportunities for hundreds of students from various backgrounds and communities.

“Getting an education is one of the most important milestones in life, but for many, comes with a great burden,” said Ellen Lehman, president of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. “We feel honored to help students receive a quality education made possible by donors who wish to make a difference. It is a privilege to connect generosity with need in this way.”

For a complete list of scholarships and applications, visit The Community Foundation’s Web site at www.cfmt.org, or call Pat Cole at The Community Foundation at 615-321-4939. Applications must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on March 15. Applicants will be notified of results mid-May.

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee oversees more than 800 charitable funds. In the past 20 years, The Community Foundation has distributed $501 million to community programs and institutions. It is located at 3833 Cleghorn Avenue, #400 , Nashville , Tennessee 37215 . For more information, call 615-321-4939 or visit www.cfmt.org.