Lottie Lee Memorial Scholarship – DE NAHRO

Scholarship Overview: Graduating high school seniors living in affordable housing continuing their education at a 2- or 4- year college/university or technical school
Application Available: August 1, 2024
Deadline Date: June 1, 2025

Scholarship Details:

The purpose of the DE NAHRO Scholarship Assistance Program (scholarship) is to help a graduating high school student to continue their education.

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Graduating high school senior from a Delaware high school
  2. 2.5 minimum cumulative GPA
  3. Students who live in subsidized housing defined as Project Based Section 8, Rural Development Section 515, Housing Choice Vouchers, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Delaware State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP), Public Housing, Habitat for Humanity Home, Self Help Homeownership Program, or USDA Rural Development Homeownership Program at time of application

Application Requirements:

  1. Copy of certification form from housing manager verifying that the student lives in subsidized housing at the time of the application
  2. Two letters of recommendation are required: one from a person in authority from the high school and one from a community leader.
  3. Must submit a 500-word essay
  4. Copy of official High School transcripts with GPA
  5. Verification of Class Rank and Grade Point Average by person in authority from the High School
  6. List of extracurricular activities in school and the community
  7. Statement of estimated cost of education

Selection Criteria:

Judging is based 60 percent on written application (academic performance and extracurricular activities) and 40 percent on essay.

 

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

Essay Details:

“Who or what has inspired you to further your education. Explain your future goals and aspirations.” (500 word essay)

Award Amount: $1,000

Award Details:

$1,000 scholarship that can be renewed each year up to 4 years for a total of $4,000.

Website/URL: https://www.denahro.org

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Name: Paula Marie Sims
Contact Email: paula@denahro.org
Contact Phone Number: 13022527531
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

Application with attachments must be sent by June 1 by email — paula@denahro.org or by mail to DE NAHRO, P.O. Box 7045, Newark, DE 19714-7045

Filters:

Eligibility: Financial Need, Minimum GPA/Class Rank
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior