James Weldon Johnson Scholarship Grant

National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People

Funding Amount

US $1,500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

James Weldon Johnson Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People
Amount: US $1,500
Last Updated: April 03, 2026

Summary

Overview

James Weldon Johnson Scholarship The James Weldon Johnson Scholarship, powered by Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., is one of many funding opportunities available to students through the NAACP's Inspire Initiatives. We offer scholarships to outstanding and qualified students pursuing undergraduate degrees. Through the generosity of our donors, we advance efforts to ensure equity in educational opportunity that prepares students for success in school, work, and life. The James Weldon Johnson Scholarship is open to first- or second-year male students who will matriculate to full-time enrollment at an accredited academic institution in Fall 2025. Scholarship amount: $1,500 Amount of Scholarships: 15 This is a non-renewable scholarship opportunity.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Be a member of the NAACP. Be a male student.Be currently enrolled full-time or accepted to an accredited college or university in the U.S.Be a graduating high school senior or a first-year or second-year undergraduate student for applicable scholarships.Possess a grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 system.Demonstrate interest in pursuing a career in any field/study.Be a U.S. resident or citizen. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

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