Who Can Apply:
- The Good Trouble Foundation was created as an offshoot of the Good Trouble golf club, which recognizes the value of golf.
- In addition to providing entertainment and exercise, the game of golf provides the structure in which a young person can learn the core values of respect, integrity, persistence, and humility. Golf can be an expensive sport to pursue, but it is a worthy endeavor.
- This scholarship seeks to support student athletes who are passionate about the sport of golf.
- Any undergraduate student who competes in golf may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they attend one of the universities listed below and have at least a 2.5 GPA or higher. However, underrepresented students and those with financial need are preferred.
- Students must attend one of the following universities: Alabama A&M University, Alabama State University, Arkansas-Pine Bluff University, Benedict College, Bethune-Cookman University, Bluefield State University, Delaware State University, Edward Waters University, Fayetteville State University, Fisk University, Florida A&M University, Hampton University, Howard University, Jackson State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Kentucky State University, Livingston College, Maryland Eastern Shore University, Miles College, Morehouse College, North Carolina A&T University, Paine College, Prairie View A&M University, Savannah State University, Southern University, Talladega College, Tennessee State University, Texas Southern University, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University, West Virginia State University, Wilberforce University, Winston-Salem State University.
Submission: To apply, write a short essay telling us about your background and how golf will help you achieve your academic goals.
Deadline: December 15, 2026
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/vernon-hawkins-memorial-scholarship/
