Who Can Apply:
- Michael Pride, Jr. was a beloved husband, son, father, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend who passed away far too soon on March 13, 2024.
- Mike was a passionate, intelligent, energetic, funny, kind, charismatic man, whose smile and laugh lit up any room he was in, in an unforgettable way. His true passion was giving his time to others. He spent countless hours talking with friends and family members, either in person or via phone, who were experiencing tough times or hardships. Mike was a compassionate ear, someone to lean on, even during the times he himself was going through hard times. He never turned anyone away who needed him. Giving back to his community, supporting mental health initiatives, and uplifting youth who were going through troubled times were what fueled Mike to keep pressing forward with his goals.
- Community-oriented leaders like Mike play a crucial role in uplifting those around them, especially the next generation of students who often need encouragement as they grow and develop their life plans. This scholarship aims to keep inline with Mike’s efforts in encouraging and supporting underserved black male students, to assist in overcoming financial obstacles they may face in an effort to achieve their educational goals.
- Any black male high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who is pursuing social work, behavioral science, human services, or substance abuse counseling may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
Submission: To apply, please discuss any humanitarian acts of service that you currently engage in. Also discuss how your educational goals will assist you in continuing to give back to your community in the future.
Deadline: June 2, 2025
Amount: $1,300
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/michael-pride-jr-projectex-memorial-scholarship/