Stipend awarded to a single mother enrolled in a college or university. Award must be used to assist with payment of childcare expenses. Applicants will need to provide documentation from childcare provider with their application.

Scholarship that will support an African American student who attended high school in the Wayne, Oakland, or Macomb County and has been accepted to and will attend a trade/technical school or a two- or four-year college. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).

Merit scholarship for African American student (male or female) who: (i) is from or resides in Metro Detroit area (preferably Wayne County); (ii) registered to attend Eastern Michigan University in undergraduate or graduate studies; and (iii) has a 2.7 GPA (out of 4.0) or above

Merit scholarship of $500 for up to four (4) full-time students matriculating at Eastern Michigan University who are members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Delta Beta Chapter. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).

Financial aid scholarship of $1,000 awarded to an African American female student who is graduating/has graduated from a high school in Wayne, Oakland or Macomb county who will be attending a four-year college in Michigan. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). The scholarship is renewable for three years if student maintains a 3.0 GPA in college as evidenced by college transcript – for a total scholarship amount of $4,000.

An award of $1,000 (One Thousand Dollars) annually will be granted to an African American male student applicant who meets the following criteria:

1.     Pursuing Higher Education; and has been accepted into a community college or a four-year college or university.
2.     Commitment to Self-Improvement; and demonstrates a dedication to continuous academic and personal growth.
3.     Community Upliftment; Shows a commitment to developing skills and experiences that benefit the community.Eligibility Requirements:
4.     Public High School Attendance; Must have attended a public high school in the Wayne, Oakland or Macomb County area.
5.     Academic and Character Progress; Can demonstrate progressive improvement in academic achievement and character.
6.    GPA Requirements; Has a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or provides an explanation for any deficiencies

The Kay Francis Hawthorne Hopkins Scholarship Fund is for a college student majoring in Education at a 4 year HBCU. They must have a 3.3 GPA, African-American Detroit Resident.  The scholarship will be awarded to 1 female and 1 male at $1000 each.  Must provide a 400-600 word essay on, “Why I decided to go into education and the impact I hope to make on future scholars”. This scholarship is renewable if the student maintains a 3.0 GPA, and 30 hours of community service evidenced by a letter from an administrator, on the organizational letterhead.

4-year merit scholarship to a Detroit Public Schools Community District high school student who has been accepted to and will attend a two year or four year college and can demonstrate community service.

A $2,000 book scholarship award to be paid over a four (4) year period at $500 each year to be awarded to students who have been active participants in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Detroit Alumnae Chapter GEMS youth program for at least 3 years.

Scholarship criteria is as follows: Applicants must have a 3.2GPA (on a 4.0 scale), graduating high school senior with an acceptance letter confirming admittance into a two or four year college, submit an essay with details of community service, Two letters of recommendation – (1) from a school official and (1) from a member of DST – DAC

Merit scholarship of $500 that will assist an African American student actively enrolled in the Mike Ilitch School of Business at Wayne State University. Applicant must have an overall GPA of at least 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).

Scholarship awarded to member of Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc who attends Wayne State University.

Awarded to a student in Southeastern Michigan, including the counites of Monroe, Lenawee, Washtenaw, Hillsdale, Jackson, Ingham, Livingston, Oakland, Wayne and Macomb.

Merit scholarship that will assist an African American student majoring in English or journalism at a Historically Black College or University. Applicant must have an overall GPA of at least 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).

Scholarship for a Michigan high school senior with a GPA ranging from 2.75 to 3.4 who will attend a 4-year college/university.

Scholarship awarded to children or grand/children of financial members of Detroit Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Applicant must be enrolled and matriculating as an undergraduate or graduate college/university student with a min. 2.5 GPA (on 4.0 scale) with evidence of community service within last 12 months via recommendation letter from nonprofit organization discussing applicant’s service.

Award to matriculating college student who is a current member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated at a Michigan college and is majoring in Business, Technology, Science or Engineering

Merit scholarship in memory of Dr. Puryear to assist a Detroit resident accepted into a masters or post masters’ degree program in Educational Leadership or Education Administration.

Applicants will be evaluated based on:
•    Academic achievements (GPA, coursework).
•    Relevance and clarity of their essay response.
•    Leadership and community involvement.
•    Potential for future contributions to law, technology, or business.

Renewability:
•    The scholarship may be renewable annually for up to 4 years, contingent upon having a minimum GPA of 3.0 and continued study in one of the eligible fields.

A $500 book scholarship awarded to two student applicants that attend Plymouth Congregational Church (Plymouth United Church of Christ), located at 600 East Warren in Detroit.

Merit scholarship of $1,200 that will assist an African American student who lives in or is actively enrolled in a metro Detroit (Wayne, Oakland, or Macomb county) area college or university and who maintains an overall GPA of at least 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale). Applicant must write a 300-500 word essay on the topic, “How My Academic Pursuits Will Help Me Positively Impact My Community,” which should also include a brief description of his or her community service involvement.

Book award of $500 given to assist students actively enrolled in a college or university. This fund provides financial assistance to students who have shown uncommon determination to overcoming obstacles impeding the pursuit of education and preparation for life. The scholarship will be awarded to applicants with diabetes, deceased parents, or are living in a single parent home. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and submit a personal statement describing the challenges they have overcome or difficulties they are working to address.

Financial aid scholarships awarded to students actively enrolled in and attending Wayne County Community College and pursuing an Associate’s degree or completing a certification program. Applicants must have a minimum 2.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). Applicant must write a 300-500 word essay on the topic, “How My Academic Pursuits Will Help Me Positively Impact My Community,” which should also include a brief description of his or her community service involvement. The applying student must have two letters of recommendation; one should be from a college counselor, and the other should be from a teacher, administrator, community leader, or mentor.