Who Can Apply:
- Zakita Bond was a single mother who worked hard to balance her pursuit of education with raising her child.
- As she considered the direction of her studies – whether she would finish a degree in nursing or pursue her personal entrepreneurial interests – she had to take into consideration her future, not only as a student, but also as a mother. Financial factors played heavily into her choices. The Zakita D. Bond Memorial Scholarship will honor her perseverance and dedication as a mother and student while also supporting a single mother much like her, who is working to earn an education.
- Single mothers of any education level – pursuing any type of degree – are eligible to apply.
Submission: In your application, write about techniques you’ve used, as a single mother, to reset yourself and focus when life becomes overwhelming.
Deadline: December 6, 2023
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/zakita-d-bond-memorial-scholarship/