Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Kenneth Sourjohn Sr. Scholarship Grant

Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Kenneth Sourjohn Sr. Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Muscogee (Creek) Nation
Amount: US $500
Last Updated: November 05, 2025

Summary

The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation offers the Kenneth Sourjohn Sr. Scholarship to assist enrolled citizens in pursuing higher education. This scholarship aims to help those demonstrating financial need, supporting tuition, fees, and necessary educational costs. Inspired by Kenneth Sourjohn Sr.'s legacy of hard work and community service, the program promotes self-sufficiency and empowerment among Muscogee (Creek) Nation students. The scholarship is available for various educational institutions, ensuring accessibility for all eligible applicants.

Overview

Mission The central purpose and role of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation Program established by the Muscogee (Creek) National Council is to promote self-sufficiency, proactive community participation, self-reliance, self-determination, tribal sovereignty, and a sustainable future for Muscogee (Creek) Nation citizens through traditional gift-giving and support of academic scholarship, community initiatives, and research that benefit the growth and prosperity of Muscogee (Creek) Nation communities. The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation Program is a Muscogee (Creek) Nation tribal government non-profit program qualified under Section 7871(a) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. This status is only afforded to federally recognized tribes. All contributions to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation Program are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Kenneth Sourjohn Sr. Scholarship Description Kenneth Sourjohn, Sr. was an extremely hard working family man, skilled welder and proud Muscogee (Creek) Nation citizen. He instilled in his children to work hard, be honest, be respectful to others and most importantly to be respectful of our elders. He instilled in his children to live a persistent and purpose driven life just as God and our lineage has intended. Kenneth modeled living for the greater good of others and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. It is in the spirit of his gentle and giving nature, this educational scholarship is open to any citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation to assist in their own persistent and purpose driven journey. Purpose The purpose of this scholarship is to financially assist Muscogee (Creek) Nation students that might not otherwise have the financial means to further their education. This scholarship award can be utilized to pay for the required cost of tuition, fees, books, tools, supplies, testing or examination fees, transportation, or other incidental required cost related to the cost of the post-secondary education institution. This scholarship is to be awarded to a Muscogee (Creek) Nation student who is attending an institution of higher education, a technical or vocational trade school. Funding $500

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be an enrolled citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. Must be currently attending an institution of higher education or enrolled as a first-time entering student.Must demonstrate financial need. Must agree to authorize the Scholarship Foundation Program to publicize the scholarship award if selected.Students may submit one application per semester.Required Documents -In order to be considered for a scholarship please submit the following:Completed Scholarship Application Form Muscogee (Creek) Nation Citizenship ID Card Personal essay Educational records: Official high school transcript or GED certificate, or most recent college transcript. College admissions acceptance letter. Any supporting documents: Certifications, awards, letters of recommendation, financial aid, etc.