Katie Dunn Rogers Scholarship Grant

The Katie Dunn Rogers Scholarship, administered by the North Carolina Community Foundation, supports African American female students from public high schools in Wake County who plan to pursue higher education at colleges or accredited trade schools. Emphasizing financial need and character strength, this scholarship aims to empower students to achieve their academic goals, fostering a commitment to education and personal growth in their chosen fields.

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.
This scholarship supports African American female students attending public high schools in Wake County, North Carolina, who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year college or a specialized accredited trade school, such as culinary arts. Priority is given to students demonstrating financial need, strong character, and a clear commitment to pursuing further education in their chosen field.

Eligibility

African American female students who attend public high school in Wake County, North Carolina, and who desires to attend a 2- or 4-year college or a specialized accredited trade school (such as culinary arts). Priority will be given to a student who needs financial assistance and who has demonstrated strength of character and a desire to further her education in a field of her choice.