Who Can Apply:
- Tammurra Hamilton was a sophomore in college when she took her life in 2014. Tammurra was excited about life and had aspirations to pursue a career as a forensic scientist.
- Tammurra was a compassionate person who loved life and wanted the best for those she encountered. She valued family and loved to travel. Furthering her education was very important to her, as was her spirituality. Tammurra wanted the best for others and always wanted to make you feel seen and heard. She was cherished by her parents, extended family, and friends.
- This scholarship aims to honor Tammurra Hamilton’s legacy of prioritizing her education by supporting both high school and college students pursuing higher education.
- Any high school senior, undergraduate, or trade school student in Illinois may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
Submission: To apply, tell us why it is important to bring awareness to mental health and suicide prevention, how you can support these efforts in your community, and how your background in mental health has impacted your life.
Deadline: June 14, 2025
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/tammurra-hamilton-legacy-scholarship/
