Anthony “Tony” Gobar Juvenile Justice Scholarship Fund Grant

The Anthony "Tony" Gobar Juvenile Justice Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Mississippi, honors the legacy of Anthony "Tony" Gobar in juvenile justice reform. This scholarship supports full-time juniors and seniors majoring in Criminal Justice and related fields at Mississippi public universities or Southern University in Louisiana. Awardees can receive up to $2,500 annually, provided they demonstrate a commitment to community service and have a clear career interest in juvenile justice.

The Anthony "Tony" Gobar Juvenile Justice Scholarship Fund, established at the Community Foundation for Mississippi, honors the legacy and dedication of Anthony "Tony" Gobar to juvenile justice reform. This scholarship aims to uplift and empower students who are passionate about making a difference in their communities.
Targeting full-time juniors and seniors at public universities in Mississippi or Southern University in Louisiana, this scholarship financial supports students majoring in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Social Work, Pre-Law, Sociology, or Counseling.
In honor of Tony's legacy, the Anthony “Tony” Gobar Juvenile Justice Scholarship Fund awards a non-renewable scholarship of up to $2,500 annually. Eligible students must have a clear career interest in juvenile justice or a related field and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to community and public service.

Eligibility

U.S. Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen.Academic Classification: Must be a college student classified as a Junior or Senior at the start of the Fall semester.Major: Must be majoring in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Social Work, Pre-Law, Sociology, or Counseling with a career interest in Juvenile Justice or a related field.Enrollment Status: Must be a full-time student with a minimum GPA of 2.5, attending a public university in Mississippi or Southern University in Louisiana.Financial Need: Must be able to prove financial need.