Scholarship Fund
Established in 2008, the Charles Billingsley Scholarship Fund rewards a full scholarship to Liberty University to the winner of a singing competition. "Liberty Idol" is based on the popular television show "American Idol." The competition is open to all high school seniors who wish to attend Liberty University. Gospel singer Charles Billingsley, leader of the church's gospel choir, solely endows the scholarship fund. Billingsley is the judge of the competition.
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