African-American Community Foundation - Hazel Carter Scott Scholarship Grant

African-American Community Foundation - Hazel Carter Scott Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Dayton Foundation
Amount: Up to US $7,550
Last Updated: November 12, 2025

Summary

The African-American Community Foundation - Hazel Carter Scott Scholarship, established in 2006 by The Dayton Foundation, aims to support graduating high school African-American students from Montgomery County. It provides scholarships to those planning to attend a four-year post-secondary institution full-time. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 and achieve at least a 21 on the ACT or its SAT equivalent, while also demonstrating financial need.

Overview

The Dayton Foundation The The Dayton Foundation, established in 1921, is the region’s oldest and largest community foundation serving Greater Dayton, Ohio. It helps individuals, families, and organizations fulfill their charitable goals by managing permanent funds, awarding grants, and offering scholarships. Having awarded over $1.2 billion in grants and managing more than 4,100 funds, the Foundation acts as a significant regional philanthropic partner committed to strengthening the social, economic, and cultural fabric of the community. Mission and Priorities The Foundation’s mission is to help donors and organizations "help others" through philanthropic services, strategic grantmaking, and community leadership. With a vision of creating a vibrant and inclusive Greater Dayton, the Foundation focuses on building capacity for nonprofits, promoting equitable opportunities, and collaborating across sectors to address community challenges. Its priorities include supporting education and workforce development, enhancing health and human services, advancing arts and culture, and responding to urgent regional needs through initiatives like disaster relief and community recovery. African-American Community Foundation - Hazel Carter Scott Scholarship The Hazel Carter Scott Scholarship was established in 2006 to provide scholarships for graduating high school African-American students in Montgomery County planning to attend a four-year, post-secondary institution on a full-time basis. Hazel Carter Scott was a member of the National Association of University Women, Dayton Chapter 2006 which promotes education and equity for women and girls.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Have a minimum 2.5 GPA,Have a minimum 21 on the ACT or SAT equivalent, andDemonstrate financial need.