Everett-Chia Li-Wilkerson Scholarship Grant

Everett-Chia Li-Wilkerson Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc
Last Updated: February 26, 2026

Summary

The Everett-Chia Li-Wilkerson Scholarship, administered by the North Carolina Community Foundation, supports Pitt County high school graduates attending East Carolina University. This scholarship aims to facilitate higher education for eligible students, promoting educational access and equity. The Foundation, established in 1988, focuses on enhancing community resources and addressing local needs through philanthropy, ensuring a lasting impact across North Carolina.

Overview

North Carolina Community Foundation The North Carolina Community Foundation is a statewide philanthropic organization dedicated to inspiring North Carolinians to make lasting and meaningful contributions to their communities by transforming individual generosity into permanent support for local needs. Founded in 1988 with a particular focus on rural areas, the Foundation stewards charitable endowments that grow over time and distribute funds through grants to nonprofit organizations and scholarships for students across North Carolina. Its mission centers on harnessing philanthropy to strengthen communities throughout the state, while its vision emphasizes supporting vibrant, resilient communities where resources are available to meet evolving needs. The Foundation’s funding priorities include community grantmaking through a network of affiliate foundations and giving circles that support human services, education, youth development, health, food and nutrition, and the arts; disaster relief and resilience funding for communities affected by emergencies; and administering hundreds of scholarship opportunities that help students pursue higher education regardless of background or county of residence. By partnering with donors, fundholders, and community stakeholders, NCCF works to address local challenges, build philanthropic legacies, and ensure long-term impact across North Carolina’s diverse regions. Everett-Chia Li-Wilkerson Scholarship The Everett-Chia Li-Wilkerson Scholarship supports graduates of high schools in Pitt County, North Carolina, who are enrolled at East Carolina University. The scholarship is administered through the North Carolina Community Foundation and assists eligible students in pursuing their higher education at ECU.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.