The Linda Lorelle Scholarship Fund was formed in 1991 as the result of Linda Lorelle’s desire to use her visibility as a news anchor to give back to the greater Houston community. Linda, her husband Lou Gregory, and one of Linda’s colleagues at KPRC-TV, Martha Harvey, teamed up, and under the umbrella of the Houston Tennis Association established the Linda Lorelle Tennis Classic.  Funds generated from this annual event went toward scholarships to students of all ages who participated in a city-wide, free program sponsored by the National Junior Tennis League.

In 1997 the Linda Lorelle Scholarship Fund decided to expand the mission and scope of its work, and established a public, non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity.  During this time the Linda Lorelle Scholarship Fund transitioned from a tennis oriented model to targeting those students who need financial assistance, and may have fewer opportunities for scholarships because of social status or circumstances beyond their control. Thirty years later, more than $4.5 million has been awarded to 373 students.  Also, five former Lorelle Scholars have joined the Board of Directors, along with Linda and Lou’s daughter, Lindsey.