Samuel Shepherd Civil Rights Scholarship Grant

Samuel Shepherd Civil Rights Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Educational Foundation of Lake County
Last Updated: December 22, 2025

Summary

The Samuel Shepherd Civil Rights Scholarship, offered by the Educational Foundation of Lake County, aims to empower minority students, especially African-Americans, to pursue law degrees. Established in 1987, the foundation supports educational initiatives and provides scholarships based on merit and financial need. Annually, scholarships ranging from $500 to $20,000 are awarded to graduating seniors in Lake County, with a unique requirement for recipients to maintain a 2.7 GPA for continued funding.

Overview

Our Mission Our mission is to serve as the connection between our community and public education, evaluating needs and securing resources to enhance the quality of education. Originally established in 1987 as the Dial-A-Teacher program in Lake County, Florida, by local business leaders in collaboration with the Lake County School District. The primary objective was to provide homework assistance to students, particularly those facing academic challenges. In 1988, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization was renamed the Education Foundation of Lake County, Inc. This rebranding marked a broader commitment to enhancing public education in the community. Today, the foundation continues to serve as a vital link between the community and public education, offering various programs and initiatives to support students and educators throughout Lake County. We are a member of the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations. Scholarships Scholarships play a pivotal role in empowering students to pursue post-secondary education like a college or university degree, vocational credentials, or certifications. In partnership with our donors, the Education Foundation of Lake County offers scholarships based on academic achievement, talent and financial need. Annually, we award scholarships ranging from $500 to $20,000 to graduating Lake County seniors. Samuel Shepherd Civil Rights Scholarship This scholarship will be awarded to a minority student, preferably African-American, planning to pursue a law degree. Scholarship will be split into two payments with the subsequent payment contingent upon the recipient maintaining a 2.7 GPA while in college.

Eligibility

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