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Bessie Clark Morant Foundation, Inc. Scholarship

The Bessie Clark Morant Foundation is committed to providing opportunities that foster family and community engagement in education. Eligible high school seniors are encouraged to apply for the Bessie Clark Morant Foundation Scholarship. Applications are due July 1st. The BCMF Scholarship supports first-year undergraduate students with the purchase of books and study materials.

To apply, contact Rosy Douglas, Registered Agent Bessie Clark Morant Foundation, Inc., 3514 Sweetgum Lane, Decatur, GA 30032. For more information, call or text 404/286-4473 or email info@bessieclarkmorantfoundation.org.

Related Resources:

http://gsfc.georgia.gov (State Student financial aid program information for Georgia’s high school and college students)

Qualifications for BCMF Scholarship

Winners of the scholarship are selected based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, community service, and demonstrated leadership potential:

A completed application must be received by July 1st.

  • A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale as evidenced by submission of an official high school transcript
  • A written narrative description of educational and career objectives, extracurricular involvements, leadership activity, and community service
  • A 1 minute video answering the following question: “How will you use your education to help your community?”
  • Two letters of recommendation from a high school faculty member/adviser and an employer/family friend
  • A recent head shot photo