Joshua’s Hands is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2017 A Servant’s Heart Scholarship -- which was established to honor graduating seniors who truly understand the concept of serving others.  To date, we have awarded more than $30,000 in college scholarships.

The scholarship is essay based and expanded in 2008 to provide three scholarships.  A Servant's Heart Scholarship is intended to encourage the concept of serving others.

Jacquelyn  learned about service from her family, community mentors and from those she has served. Her  willing hands and servant heart have involved her in projects with 4-H, Loudoun Therapeutic Riding, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Keep Loudoun Beautiful, Backpack Buddies and  more.

In her essay she wrote: “Throughout my life I've been fortunate to have many people who have shaped my understanding of what it means to have a servant's heart...They have taught me how to see the joy in any situation.”

Joshua's Hands was established in 1999 in memory of Joshua Guthrie, who was an enthusiastic community volunteer.  Joshua’s years of service were cut short by his death at the age of 16.  Joshua’s Hands seeks to continue to be his hands of service in the community and to encourage others to serve. 

The organization established A Servant's Heart Scholarship to reward a Loudoun County senior for community service.  In 2008, the award was expanded to a potential of three $1000 scholarships.