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Rev. Leroy & Naomi Baker Memorial Scholarship

Funded by
$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Oct 27, 2022
Winners Announced
Nov 27, 2022
Education Level
Undergraduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate student
Race:
Black
Field of Study:
Criminal justice, political science, public service
Background:
Active volunteer in their community
States:
AR, AL, MS, LA, NC, SC, MO

Leroy and Naomi Baker were beloved grandparents and were community organizers in their small town. 

They always met with lawmakers to ensure that their community members had access to food, education, working polls, and other necessities. Through their work, Leroy and Naomi touched the lives of every community resident.

This scholarship seeks to support students in the southern region of the US who are active volunteers in their communities.  

Any Black undergraduate student in Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Alabama, Louisiana, South Carolina or North Carolina who’s studying criminal justice, political science, or public service and is active in volunteering in their community may apply for this scholarship.

To apply, tell us how your experience has impacted your desired career field and how you hope to benefit your state and your community through your career.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Need, Boldest Bold.org Profile
Published March 23, 2022
Essay Topic

How has your experience inspired you to pursue a major in criminal justice/public service? How do you plan to have a positive impact in your home state and your local community through your career?

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

Winning Application

Amia Conner
University of ArkansasFayetteville, AR

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Oct 27, 2022. Winners will be announced on Nov 27, 2022.