Lee Brand Scholarship Program (FMBCC Foundation)
Funding Amount
Approximately $1,000 per scholarship
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Lee Brand Scholarship Program
Funder: Former Fresno Mayor Lee Brand
Award Amount: Approximately five $1,000 scholarships per year
Total Fund: $50,000 allocated to Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce Foundation (part of larger $400,000 fund distributed to eight organizations)
Program Overview: Scholarship program designed to reach under-achievers and support disadvantaged students. Program targets students with 2.0-2.5 GPA range rather than traditional high achievers. The goal is to incentivize students to pursue college education or vocational apprenticeship programs.
Geographic Scope: Fresno, California; primarily serves Roosevelt High School area and broader community
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Funding Duration: Ten-year commitment (from time of article)
Contact Information:
How to Apply
Application Process
Specific application procedures are not detailed in available documentation.
Recommended Next Steps:
1. Contact Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce Foundation directly
2. Inquire about application procedures and deadlines for current year
3. Request application materials from Foundation President James Archie
Contact: (559) 441-7929 or info@fmbcc.com
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