Alexander-Bickley Scholarship Grant

Alexander-Bickley Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Dayton Foundation
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: November 09, 2025

Summary

The Alexander-Bickley Scholarship, established in 2016, supports female graduating seniors from Dayton Public Schools pursuing STEM degrees at accredited colleges. Inspired by Manuel Bickley's entrepreneurial spirit, this scholarship aims to empower recipients to achieve academic excellence and pursue their aspirations. Preference is given to applicants who have participated in band, emphasizing the importance of creativity alongside academic goals. This initiative reflects a commitment to fostering educational opportunities and honoring the legacy of the Bickley family.

Overview

Alexander-Bickley Scholarship This scholarship, established in 2016, supports female graduating seniors from Dayton Public Schools who plan to pursue a degree in a STEM-related field at a community college or four-year college or university. Inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit of Manuel Bickley, the grandchild of a slave, this scholarship embodies his vision and belief in what is possible in America. His determination and innovative spirit have been passed down through generations of the Bickley family. The scholarship aims to inspire recipients to achieve academic excellence and courageously pursue their goals. Preference will be given to applicants who have participated in band.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Be a graduating senior from a school in the Dayton Public School District,Be female,Be accepted to an accredited community college or four-year college or university,Must purse a degree in a STEM related field,Have a minimum 3.0 GPA, andDemonstrate financial need.