Hester Richardson Powell Memorial Service Scholarship
Hester Richardson Powell Memorial Service Scholarship
Angela R. Powell offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $2500. Plan to apply by 2026-04-10T23:59:59Z.
Apr 10, 2026
1 day left
$2500
Award amount
1,094
Scholarship applicants
2
Requirements
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Who can apply
- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: African American
- Gender: Female
- GPA: 2.7 or higher
Quick facts
Status
_published
Study levels
high_school_senior, graduate_student
Number of awards
5
Payout method
Paid directly to the student
Key requirements (3)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Essay prompt: How have you demonstrated resilience to inspire someone else? Essay requirements: min length 400, max length 600.
- Education Level: High school senior Race: African American Gender: Female GPA: 2.7 or higher.
- Hester Richardson Powell was a strong and caring mother who overcame many barriers in her almost 92 years of life. Hester was the sixth of twelve children, the daughter of sharecroppers, and the granddaughter of enslaved individuals.….
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Essay or written statement
Award & payment
Amount: $2500
Number of awards: 5
Payout: Paid directly to the student
About the provider
The mission of the Hester Richardson Powell Memorial Service Scholarship is to provide assistance and encouragement for a demonstrated commitment to community service work. My mother was a lifelong educator and servant-leader. We honor her legacy of resilience by rewarding those with a thirst for education and inspiring others.
Overview
Credibility score:
This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Hester Richardson Powell by supporting students who share her spirit of love and service. Hester Richardson Powell was a strong and caring mother who overcame many barriers in her almost 92 years of life. Hester was the sixth of twelve children, the daughter of sharecroppers, and the granddaughter of enslaved individuals. Though her parents did not have much formal education, Hester and all of her siblings earned college degrees or became entrepreneurs. As a lifelong educ…
Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 9, 2026.
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