Who Can Apply:
- United African Organization (UAO) honors the memory of Sgt. Albert Dono Ware, who died from wounds sustained when his vehicle was attacked with an Improvised Explosive Devise (IED) in the Arghandab River Valley of Afghanistan on December 18, 2009. Sgt. Ware’s exemplary service to his adopted homeland, United States of America, lasted for six years in the military. He was assigned to the 782nd Combat Support Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg in North Carolina.
- This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Sgt. Albert Dono Ware by supporting students who share his commitment to helping others.
- Any African American undergraduate student who is involved in community service may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
Submission: To apply, write a short essay in response to the prompt below.
“Sgt. Albert Dono Ware’s legacy reflects the values of service, sacrifice, and bravery. How have these values shaped your personal journey, and how do they inspire your vision for addressing current challenges faced by the African diaspora in the US? What policy or community reforms do you see as most critical, and which key stakeholders should be involved in driving change?”
Deadline: May 17, 2025
Amount: $2,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/sgt-albert-dono-ware-memorial-scholarship/
