DMJPS names 2026 Be Greater Scholarship winners

DMJPS PLLC has announced the 2026 recipients of its Be Greater Scholarship, a five-year, $75,000 program tied to the firm’s 75th anniversary. The awards support accounting students at five North Carolina universities and are meant to strengthen the state’s pipeline of future accountants. Why it matters: - DMJPS is using scholarship funding and internships to help build North Carolina’s accounting talent pipeline. - The program supports students who are already studying accounting and gaining real-world experience at the firm. - The initiative is designed to connect campus recruiting with long-term workforce development. What happened: - DMJPS PLLC announced the 2026 recipients of its Be Greater Scholarship on June 15, 2026. - The scholarship program was established in 2024 to mark DMJPS’ 75th anniversary. - The initiative represents a $75,000 investment over five years. - Recipients come from accounting programs at UNC Wilmington, UNC Asheville, UNC Charlotte, UNC Chapel Hill and NC State University. The details: - Eligible students must major in accounting. - Applicants must complete a busy season internship with DMJPS. - Scholarship applicants also responded to the firm’s “Be Greater” guiding principle and explained what it means to them personally and professionally. - One NC State University recipient who interned in DMJPS’ Durham office said the experience helped that student become a better professional, teammate and tax student. - A recipient from UNC Wilmington said the internship showed the value of working for a company whose actions match its values. - DMJPS currently partners with more than 17 colleges and universities across North Carolina. - DMJPS says it delivers proactive solutions through knowledge and trusted relationships. - The firm serves individuals, privately held businesses and corporations. - DMJPS has offices in Greensboro, Asheville, Boone, Concord, Durham, Marion, Monroe, Mooresville, Sanford and Wilmington. - More information about the scholarship and internships is available at dmjps.com . Between the lines: - The scholarship program gives DMJPS a way to identify future hires early and reinforce its culture with students before graduation. - The focus on internship performance and values alignment suggests the firm is prioritizing both technical skill and cultural fit. - The size of the program is modest, but the recruiting reach across multiple universities gives it broader impact. What’s next: - DMJPS is expected to continue awarding scholarships as part of the five-year commitment announced for the program. - The firm will likely keep using campus partnerships and internships to recruit accounting students across North Carolina. - Students interested in future opportunities can apply through the firm’s scholarship and internship channels at dmjps.com .