Drive Sober Scholarship

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Law Office of J. Gregory Marks

At the Law Office of J. Gregory Marks, we have met with and helped many people whose lives have been deeply impacted by negligent drivers. One of the leading causes of accidents across the country is drunk driving, and despite decades of alcohol education, it remains a serious safety hazard on the roads.

To support the fight against driving under the influence, we are opening the Drive Sober Scholarship for college students who are making a demonstrable effort to combat drunk driving in their communities. This $1,500 scholarship award can be put toward various college expenses, such as tuition, room and board, books, and supplies.

To reach our scholarship team, send all inquiries to scholarship@jgmarkslaw.com.

What Your Application Should Include

We require all interested students to submit a typed essay of 500 to 600 words responding to the prompt below:

Essay Prompt

What are you doing to combat drunk driving in your community? Describe the steps you have taken (raising awareness, petitioning local government, et cetera) and what change you hope to see.

Along with your essay attachment, please include proof of your GPA and enrollment at an accredited university. To satisfy this requirement, you can attach your unofficial transcript and acceptance letter.

Law Office of J. Gregory Marks

Evaluation Criteria

We will judge your essay according to how well it meets our rubric:

  • Do you provide concrete examples of what you are doing to fight drunk driving in your community?
  • Do you have a specific, actionable goal?
  • Is your essay original, authentic, and compelling?

Award Amount

$1,500 award to one student per college semester

Presented by

Law Office of J. Gregory Marks

Scholarship Deadline

The deadline to apply for this scholarship is February 15, 2027

Eligibility Requirements

Our scholarship support staff will review applications from students who meet all of our eligibility requirements listed below:

  • You must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above.
  • You must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate or graduate program within the United States for the Fall 2026 semester.
  • You must be at least 17 years old.
  • You must be a citizen of the United States.

Contact Us

If there is anything we can clarify about the submission process or eligibility for the Drive Sober Scholarship, you can contact our support staff at scholarship@jgmarkslaw.com. We are available during regular business hours on weekdays.

All the Best,

Law Office of J. Gregory Marks

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The Law Office of J. Gregory Marks Drive Sober Scholarship is managed through the OVC Scholarship Network.