Meredith Brunner Scholarship

The Meredith Brunner Achievement Scholarship is awarded annually to an individual with Down syndrome who lives in Middle Tennessee and is continuing their education at a post-secondary program.This fund was established in the fall of 2015 to honor DSAMT Board of Directors’ President Bob Brunner, whose exemplary dedication and effort serves as an example of everything that DSAMT strives to be. Starting in fiscal year 2016, one scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $1,000. Recipient will be announced at the annual 3.21 World Down Syndrome Awareness Event. Online applications must be received by March 15th each year.

2024 The Meredith Brunner Achievement Scholarship Winner James Lampley

James Lampley is a 2024 graduate of Dickson County High School. He ran cross country and track for his middle and high school teams and was an active member of his church youth group. James served as the 2020 DSAMT Self-Advocate of the Year and has been an employee of House Blend Coffee Shop for the past three years. James will be attending the Union University EDGE program in the fall. He is very excited to have this opportunity to grow and prepare for his future. He is particularly looking forward to time in the Cooking Lab and being a part of the college student body and campus life. After-school interests include cooking and child care.

2023 The Meredith Brunner Achievement Scholarship Winner Emily Czap

Emily Czap graduated from Cheatham County Central High School in May 2023 with a honors general education. She was active in Theatre/Drama Club, Unified Basketball, Special Olympics, church camp, walks for DSAMT, and was the volleyball manager all four years of high school. In her spare time, she likes to watch TV, especially sports. Emily enjoys attending sports events such as football, basketball, volleyball, and soccer. Emily also likes spending time with family. Emily started in the IDEAL program at David Lipscomb in August of 2023. Emily is living on campus. She is hoping to learn helpful skills in the work program. Emily’s goals are to make friends, take care of herself, have a job in healthcare, manage finances better, cook more and drive a car.

Previous Recipients

2024 James Lampley
2023 Emily Czap
2022 No nominations
2021 Emma Ridge
2020 Brian Klippinger
2019 Trae Geier
2018 Will Brim
2017 Jason Rogers
2016 Jason VanWulven