Scholarships and Grants

2026 HBCU Scholarship offered by the Wilson–Rocky Mount–Tarboro (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered, applicants must:

• Graduated during the 2025–2026 academic year from a high school within our chapter’s service area

• Plan to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in Fall 2026

• Have a minimum 2.5 unweighted cumulative GPA

Required Application Materials

Students must submit a complete application packet that includes:

• A completed scholarship application

• An official high school transcript

• SAT or ACT scores

• Two (2) letters of reference

• A student essay (per application guidelines)

• A copy of the student’s letter of acceptance from an HBCU

Submission Details

All application materials must be received by April 15, 2026.
Completed application packets should be emailed to:

 lavettefordaka@gmail.com

Check your school email for links to the application and cover letter. 

Please see the link below for the Clemons Foundation Scholarship Application.  

All applications must be submitted by May 1st. Finalists will be announced in June, and recipients will be awarded in July.   

The Clemons Foundation's 2025-2026 School Year Scholarship Application 

G. W. Bulluck Elementary School PTO Alumni Scholarship

What is the G.W. Bulluck Elementary School PTO Alumni Scholarship?

G. W. Bulluck Elementary PTO Alumni Scholarship provides financial assistance by awarding two scholarships (one male and one female) to graduating seniors that attend SouthWest Edgecombe High School or Edgecombe Early College High School.  The Scholarship Committee would like to reward deserving students that have been a “Bulluck Bear” and a part of ECPS their entire school career. The G. W. Bulluck Elementary PTO Alumni Scholarship will give two scholarships worth $250 each.  

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 

• Attended G. W. Bulluck Elementary School in Kindergarten through 5th grade

• Attended West Edgecombe Middle School in 6th grade through 8th grade

• Attended SWEHS or EECHS in 9th grade through 12th grade (or Super Senior Year for EECHS)

• If a student has left ECPS or attended another school in the district, other than those listed above, he/she is not eligible for this scholarship.

• Planning to continue his/her education beyond high school in an accredited institution of higher education or technical or vocational school. 

• Achieved a minimum weighted GPA of 3.0

GENERAL INFORMATION: 

The Scholarship Committee will consider the following for awarding scholarships: academic achievement, community service, demonstration of leadership, obstacles overcome, unique endeavors, and positive work ethic.  Scholarships can be used at any institution of the recipient’s choice and may be used at the student’s discretion.  Scholarship winners will be announced at Senior Awards Night in May, and recipients will receive a letter and a check from the G. W. Bulluck PTO.  

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION:

• Submit a complete typed resume that includes the following:  Demographic Information (name, address, telephone number, email, sex, ethnicity), Future Plans (name of college/university you will attend, planned major, career goal), Honors and Awards, High School Activities, Community and Volunteer Activities, Work Experience

• Official high school transcript

• Letter of acceptance from the accredited institute for higher learning, technical or vocational school

• Two letters of recommendation (high school teacher/counselor/community member/employer)

• Essay:  In 500 typed words or less, please respond to the following question: What experiences at 

G. W. Bulluck Elementary most shaped who you are today?  (This is a very broad topic and can encompass general life lessons or specific things learned in a teacher’s classroom or elective.  We want to know how your early education has impacted who you are today.) 

• Submit (scan and email) the completed application package to Anna Gay, Counselor at SouthWest Edgecombe High School at agay@ecps.us. Applications must be received by April 16, 2026.  Applications will be forwarded to the G. W. Bulluck Principal and PTO Members. Recipients will be announced at Senior Awards in May.

2026 Derrick Macklin Jr. Scholarship

This scholarship aims to support African American students in Nash and Edgecombe County Public Schools by providing (2) $2000.00 scholarships to senior students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, community involvement, and financial need. Our goal is to recognize and invest in students who embody these values as they pursue higher education and work toward making a positive impact in their communities.

* Application Link: http://tiny.cc/DJMMemorialScholarship

* Application Deadline: April 17, 2026 at 11:59pm

* Flyer attached to the school email sent to students

The Booker T. Washington High School Class of 1965 would like to provide two $1,000 scholarships to deserving seniors. We understand the importance of obtaining a higher education, and we know the cost. We desire to assist in the area of cost. The criteria for receiving the scholarship funds and the application are enclosed in this mailing. Please have your applicant(s) who are interested return the completed application and information requested by April 30, 2026 to: 

BTW Class of 1965 

PO Box 933 

Rocky Mount, NC 27802  

The scholarship applicant must:

1.Be a resident of North Carolina and attend a high school in Edgecombe County 

2. Have a grade point average of 3.0 or better 

3. Be active in the community, church, and/or school 

4. Provide an essay introducing themselves and their future plans (one to two pages) 

5. Provide a written reference from your school and two others of your choice (3 letters of recommendation)

6. Verification of acceptance from the institution you will be attending. 

7. Must have no felony convictions, serious misdemeanor convictions, or any pending criminal matters 

PLEASE NOTE: THE COMPLETED SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION AND ALL REQUESTED INFORMATION MUST BE RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE APRIL 30, 2026   

SEE your SWE email for the application or Mrs. Gay for a copy! 

The Chi Omega Chapter is proud to support young women who demonstrate academic achievement, strong character, leadership, and service within their schools and communities.

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must:

• Be a female candidate for graduation from an accredited high school in Nash or Edgecombe County

• Have a minimum 2.5 GPA

• Exhibit high ethical and moral character

• Demonstrate involvement in extracurricular activities

• Provide documentation of volunteer service (school, community, and/or church)

• Have applied to a college or university at the time of application submission

Application Deadline:
All materials must be submitted online and postmarked by April 3, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.

Students may access and complete the online application at:
https://forms.gle/rT6cQE5NLddVxRnY7

Full application instructions, including transcript and recommendation requirements, are included in the attached materials emailed to your school email account.

For any questions, please feel free to contact scholarships.cochapter@gmail.com.

Jack C. and Hattie M. Williams Perseverance Scholarship

What is the Jack C. and Hattie M. Williams Perseverance Scholarship?

This is an annual scholarship in honor of Jack C. Williams and Hattie M. Williams for their ability to consistently apply a variety of tools to overcome and work through difficult situations while showing impeccable character.  The scholarship will provide financial assistance to an eligible senior who will attend a community college, 4-year university, or trade school and who demonstrates determination and grit to achieve success while overcoming obstacles.  One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $500. 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 

• Senior at SouthWest Edgecombe High School

• Been accepted into an accredited institution of higher education or technical or vocational school. 

• Any student with a minimum weighted GPA of 2.5

GENERAL INFORMATION: 

Candidates for this scholarship must submit a typed essay of 1000 words or less that explains how he/she persevered through a difficult situation and maintained good character.  Scholarships can be used at any institution of the recipient’s choice and may be used at the student’s discretion. Scholarship winners will be announced at Senior Awards Night in May and recipients will receive a letter and a certified check from Lula W. Wallace.  

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION:

• Submit a resume that includes demographic information (name, address, telephone number, email), honors/awards, extracurricular activities, community service, and employment

• Official high school transcript

• Letter of acceptance from the accredited institute for higher learning, technical or vocational school

• Essay:  In 1000 typed words or less, please respond to the following question: How did you persevere through a difficult situation while demonstrating good character?  Please make sure your essay has been proofread for grammar and content by an English teacher before submitting. 

• Submit the completed application package to Anna Gay, Counselor at SouthWest Edgecombe High School at agay@ecps.us. Applications must be received by April 13, 2026.

Ryan Scott Memorial Scholarship

What is the Ryan Scott Memorial Scholarship?

The Ryan Scott Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance by awarding one scholarship to a graduating senior that attends SouthWest Edgecombe High School and is a part of the SWEHS Varsity Baseball or Softball teams. The scholarship winner will receive $750 if they have a GPA between a 2.5 - 2.99 and $1500 if the GPA is 3.0 or higher.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 

• Current senior at SWEHS

• Current member of the Varsity Baseball or Softball Team

• Planning to continue his/her education beyond high school in an accredited institution of higher education or technical or vocational school. 

• Achieved a minimum weighted GPA of 2.5

GENERAL INFORMATION: 

The Scholarship Committee will consider the following for awarding scholarships: academic achievement, community service, and essay.  Scholarships can be used at any institution of the recipient’s choice and may be used at the student’s discretion.  Scholarship winners will be announced at Senior Awards Night in May.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION:

• Submit a complete typed resume that includes the following:  Demographic Information (name, address, telephone number, email, sex, ethnicity), Future Plans (name of college/university you will attend, planned major, career goal), Honors and Awards, High School Activities/Sports, Community and Volunteer Activities, Work Experience

• Official high school transcript

• Letter of acceptance from the accredited institute for higher learning, technical, or vocational school

• Essay:  In 500 typed words or fewer, please respond to the following question: What impact has being a part of the Varsity Baseball/Softball team had on your life?  

• Submit the completed application to Mrs. Gay by April 13, 2026. Completed applications will be shared with the family of Ryan Scott, and they will announce the recipient at Senior Awards Night on May 21, 2026. 

The Calvin Davenport Skills and Trades Scholarship is for current ECC

students and graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue a degree, diploma, or certificate in a skilled trade at Edgecombe Community College.

Programs Covered - 

Welding, Small Engine Repair, Construction, Automotive, Collision Repair, Cosmetology, Plumbing, HVAC-Air Conditioning, and Agribusiness

What the Scholarship Provides - 

*Financial support for selected recipients

*Trade-appropriate tools upon successful completion of the program (for qualifying scholars).

The link to apply - 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEKVD_E-AMXLngPIo1GzGgXjzxaV_wqfl-4kDW8An6Xdo7bg/viewform

Tri-City Chapter of Chums is offering a scholarship to benefit young adults attending college for the first time who have a documented financial need.  

The application and all supporting documents should be emailed in one PDF file by 5/15/26 to ivorycreecy@gmail.com.

https://www.chums-inc.org/_files/ugd/b52982_4efb2ccfd43c4ac4a4984e495b7ad0df.pdf

Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s (TMCF) 2026–2027 scholarship application cycle officially opened Monday, March 9, 2026! 

TMCF scholarships are an opportunity for your students to apply for life-changing financial support to help them in their college journey. The wave 2 application closes Friday, April 24, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST (Eastern Standard Time). No late submissions will be accepted.

Students Can Get Started Today:

• Explore all open TMCF scholarships at tmcf.org/scholarships/open-scholarships.

• When they’re ready, log in and apply directly at scholarships.tmcf.org.

Students who applied in Wave 1 should be sure to log in to the Scholarship Portal to explore additional scholarship opportunities.

TMCF offers some extra guidance.
We’ll host our final Best-Practice Webinar on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM EST. This webinar is designed to help students navigate the application process and put their best brand forward. This session will be held via Zoom. Register here to save your spot!

TMCF Virtual Office Hours

The Scholarships Team will be available during virtual office hours on Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST and 5:30 to 6:15 PM EST to answer students' questions about scholarship opportunities and the application process. Students are encouraged to drop in to have a member of our Scholarships Team answer their questions. No registration required. 

We encourage students to start early, plan ahead, and take full advantage of these resources to submit the strongest application possible.

We would love it if you would share TMCF Scholarships with your students.

If you or your students have any questions, feel free to reach out to our team scholarships@tmcf.org.

Edgecombe County Farm Bureau Scholarship is offering a one-time scholarship worth $2,000 for first-time college students attending an agriculture university or community college.  

*$2,000 Scholarship

*Parents must be Farm Bureau members

*A potential recipient must demonstrate:  an intention to pursue a career in Agriculture or an agriculture-related field; satisfactory grades; good character, leadership potential, extracurricular activities, or community service activities

Application deadline is April 15th, 2026.  Must include the application, recent photograph, ACT/SAT scores, and official transcript.  

See Gay for a copy. 

We are pleased to announce a scholarship opportunity for students from Nash and Edgecombe Counties who will attend North Carolina Central University for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Two $500 scholarships are available to Class of 2026 high school students (including Early College students) who have applied to or been accepted by NCCU for Fall 2026. One award will be granted to a student from Nash County and one to a student from Edgecombe County.

Requirements:

1. Complete application (Minimum 2.5 GPA)

2. A 500–750-word essay reflecting on NCCU’s motto “Truth and Service.”

3. A brief financial impact statement. 

   • Please note that we use a dignity-centered approach and do not require personal income documentation.

The application deadline is Monday, April 13, 2026.

APPLICATION LINK:  https://nea-nccu-scholarship2026.tiiny.site

Please instruct students to submit their completed application and essay as attachments from their personal email addresses, as they will lose access to school emails after graduation.

Link - https://thecwff.org/scholarship-program

*Must identify as a black or brown student

*Must be a rising freshman who has been accepted to one of these five institutions:  ECU, NC A & T, NCCU, UNC - Greensboro, UNC-Chapel Hill

*Includes essay component - Describe a meaningful life experience that shaped your worldview. Detail the challenges you faced, the perseverance required, the personal growth that resulted, and your plans to use those lessons to impact and empower others.

Submission Requirements: 500-750 words.

2026 Skechers Scholarship is now live on Scholarships360!

This year, Skechers will be awarding $300,000 in scholarships to high school seniors with demonstrated financial need across four scholarship programs: 

-Financial Hardship

-Academic Excellence

-Promising Leadership

-Athletic Performance

Here is how students can apply.