Bettye Smith Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant
Funding Amount
US $10,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Geography
- In Warren County (Mississippi)
Other requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be accepted as a full-time undergraduate student at a four-year college or university; if available, provide a copy of the acceptance letter.
- Must prove financial need – eligible for a Pell-Grant
Overview
The Bettye Smith Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund honors a dedicated advocate for education, offering two $10,000 scholarships annually to high school seniors in Warren County, MS. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens with strong academic records and demonstrate financial need. This scholarship celebrates the legacy of Ms. Brown, who inspired many to pursue their educational dreams, ensuring her commitment to academic excellence continues to impact future generations.
The scholarship honors Ms. Bettye Smith Brown, a dedicated advocate for higher education and a proud native of Vicksburg, MS. It is designed for high school seniors who reside in Warren County. Two $10,000 scholarships will be awarded annually to two deserving high school seniors. Eligible students must have a strong academic record and demonstrate financial need.
Ms. Bettye Smith Brown was an unwavering champion of education and academic excellence, inspiring and uplifting countless individuals to pursue their educational dreams.
This scholarship, created in the loving memory of Ms. Brown, celebrates her dedication to education and academic achievement. Although she passed away in 2020, her legacy endures through this scholarship, which supports high school seniors striving for academic excellence.
Eligibility
Must be a U.S. citizen.Must be a high school senior attending a school in Warren County (Mississippi).Must be accepted as a full-time undergraduate student at a four-year college or university; if available, provide a copy of the acceptance letter.Must prove financial need – eligible for a Pell-Grant
What Community Foundation for Mississippi actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 104
- Total given
- $6.21M
- Median grant
- $20K
- Range
- $5,500–$800K
- By dollars: Mississippi 88%, Virginia 4%, Colorado 2%. Top recipient cities: Jackson, MS; Ridgeland, MS; Oxford, MS.
- 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 24% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
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Mississippi Charter Schools Association · Jackson, MS
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Mississippi Symphony Orchestra · Jackson, MS
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University Press of Mississippi · Jackson, MS
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Mississippi First · Jackson, MS
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Program Believe · Biloxi, MS
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$324K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Education
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