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Dr. Donald L. Clark Academic Scholarship

The Dr. Donald L. Clark Academic Scholarship is a scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors or currently enrolled students at accredited post-secondary institutions to help defray the expense in pursuing higher education.  Award amounts will not exceed $1,000 per student.  Dr. Clark was an esteemed educator dedicated to the achievement and advancement of all students, particularly those in underserved communities.  He was a champion that served his community to make sure that educational opportunities were open to all. 

CRITERIA

  1. Graduating high school seniors must submit:

    • Proof of admission to an accredited college, university, or vocational/trade school the semester/quarter immediately following graduation

    • A sealed, official high school transcript

    • Two recommendation letters (neither should be a relative or a peer):

      • One from an academic administrator or faculty member and

      • One that can attest to your character

  2. Students enrolled in accredited post-secondary institutions must provide:

    • Proof of enrollment in an accredited degree granting institution

    • Proof of minimum 2.5 GPA

  3. All applicants must submit a written essay that addresses both of the following:

    • Summarizes how your program of study, or planned major if high school senior, will best prepare you for your future career or entrepreneurial aspirations upon graduation

    • Describes your social, community, or extracurricular activities (sports, fine arts, etc.) and please cite any leadership roles and related achievements

  4. With continual, satisfactory academic progress in the identified areas of study/program, and continued enrollment, the student may re-apply for this scholarship.

  • Scholarship applications and supporting documents are due April 15, 2024. Awards will be notified by April 30, 2024.

 

All applicants must email completed application form and information listed above to apply@brownstonefdn.org, or by mail:

Brownstone Foundation Inc.

250 E. Georgia Ave. #1073

Fayetteville, GA 30214

 

Submit all questions to info@brownstonefdn.org

Support for Academic, Athletic, Fine Arts Programs (K-12)

Requests for assistance and support are reviewed throughout the calendar year.  Applicants must submit a completed application a minimum of 60 days prior to the start of the session, program, camp, lesson, etc.  The application shall include:

  • A description of the program or activity that the student will participate in,

  • A summary of how the program or activity will support and strengthen the development and success of the student

  • Summary of the reasonable efforts/measures being taken by the applicant on behalf of the student to participant in the activity/program,

  • The level and type of support being sought by the foundation.

Completed applications should be emailed to apply@brownstonefdn.org, or by mail to

 

Brownstone Foundation Inc.

250 Georgia Ave. #1073

Fayetteville, GA 30214

Submit all questions to info@brownstonefdn.org

 

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