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Eunice Z. Gaddis Legacy Scholarship

Funded by
$500
1 winner$500
Open
Application Deadline
Jun 13, 2025
Winners Announced
Jul 13, 2025
Education Level
High School, Undergraduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school or undergraduate student
Race:
African American
Background:
Single mother
Field of Study:
Early childhood education

Eunice Z. Gaddis was a beloved mother who had a passion for education and a love for books, a fondness that she passed down to her children and grandchildren.

Educators are some of the most impactful and important people in students’ lives, shaping their lives, building their confidence, and encouraging their ambition. Teachers work tirelessly to give their students the motivation they need to maintain their enthusiasm about school for years to come.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Eunice Z. Gaddis by supporting students who share her commitment to education.

Any African American high school or undergraduate student who is a single mother pursuing early childhood education may apply for this scholarship opportunity.

To apply, tell us why early childhood education is important to you, how being a single mother has affected your educational goals and what the three most impactful books you have read are.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published October 3, 2024
Essay Topic

Why is early childhood education important to you?


How has being a single mother impacted your educational goals?


What are the top three books that have had an impact on your life and why?

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jun 13, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jul 13, 2025.