Beauregard Napoleon Gupton (Dr.) Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: $2,000 Scholarship to a deserving high school senior who has demonstrated perseverance, community service, and a commitment to serving others through higher education.
Application Available: October 28, 2025
Deadline Date: May 5, 2026
Scholarship Details:

Presented by NU Friendship Outreach, Inc.

Overview:

The Dr. Beauregard Napoleon Gupton Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Dr. Gupton through an annual $2,000 award supporting a high school senior who has demonstrated perseverance, character, and a commitment to community service. Administered by NU Friendship Outreach, Inc. and the Nu Upsilon Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., this scholarship is designed to assist students who have overcome obstacles and are dedicated to serving others through higher education.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• First in family to attend college (preferred)
• High School Senior
• Possibly, but not necessarily, a ward of the Delaware Foster Care System
• Demonstrated outstanding perseverance
• Record of noteworthy community service
• Intention to pursue a degree in one of the following fields:
  • Elementary or Secondary Education
  • Allied Health Sciences
  • Social Work
  • Criminal Justice
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Preference given to students planning to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Application Requirements:

A complete application must include:

• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
  • One confirming community service involvement
  • One addressing the applicant’s character
• A 50-word paragraph titled “How I Think Higher Education Can Prepare Me to Be of Service to Others”

Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA

Essay Details:

A 50-word paragraph titled “How I Think Higher Education Can Prepare Me to Be of Service to Others”

Award Amount: 2000
Award Details:

The award will be given at a presentation event that the recipient and their family are expected to attend in-person.

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Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Name: Kyle Hill
Contact Email: kylehill10@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 703-282-7947
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

Completed applications and supporting materials may be submitted by email or mail:
Email: kylehill10@gmail.com
Mail:
Kyle Hill
NU Friendship Outreach, Inc.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. – Nu Upsilon Chapter
P.O. Box 86
Wilmington, DE 19899

Filters:

Eligibility: Community Service, Financial Need, Male, Minimum GPA/Class Rank
Areas of Study: Biological, Biomedical Studies, & Pre-Med Studies, Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement, Education & School Supports, Health Professions, Kinesiology & Physical Therapy, Medical Assistants & Technicians, Public Health & Management
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior
Location Specific: Delaware
Institution Type: Historically Black Colleges/Universities (HBCUs)