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Bill Russell Scholarship Fund

Summit Bank Foundation

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Overview

Bill Russell Scholarship Fund

Geographic Scope: Oakland, California (McClymonds High School)

Award Type: Four-year scholarship

Eligibility:

  • Current student at McClymonds High School

  • Must have overcome adversity in their educational journey

  • Must strive to achieve greatness in educational pursuits

  • Must be recommended by school adviser or counselor
  • Focus: Honoring Bill Russell's legacy of persistence and excellence despite facing racial harassment and adversity. The scholarship supports students who demonstrate determination to succeed against all odds.

    About Bill Russell: Born in Monroe, Louisiana and raised in Oakland, California. Graduated from McClymonds High School before attending University of San Francisco on a basketball scholarship. Greatest defensive center in NBA history, won 11 championships with Boston Celtics, Hall of Fame inductee, and civil rights activist.

    Contact: sbfadministration@summitbanking.com

    Address: 2969 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611

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    educationk-12-schools

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