Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women Grant

Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: US $5,000
Last Updated: October 07, 2025

Summary

The Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women, provided by the East Texas Communities Foundation, is designed for graduating seniors from Upshur County high schools. This scholarship supports first-generation college students pursuing any major at accredited U.S. colleges or universities. Financial need is assessed through FASFA. Established in 1989, the Foundation aims to empower students to achieve their dreams through education, reflecting a strong commitment to community development.

Overview

East Texas Communities Foundation East Texas Communities Foundation was founded in 1989 by visionary leaders who saw the need for a community foundation to serve the people and communities of East Texas. The strong leadership of early organizers like Isadore Roosth, Norman Shtofman, “Dub” Riter, and an investment of the United Way of Tyler/Smith County launched the Foundation. By 1994, the Foundation’s assets had grown to more than one million dollars. Scholarships East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams. Yamboree Empowerment Scholarship YES for Women College Attending: Any 2 or 4 year accredited college or university in the United States School Status: Graduating senior Major/Field of Study: Any Financial Need Considered (FASFA required): Yes - FASFA required Length of Support 1 year Special Requirements: First generation in their immediate family to attend college

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. County/High School: Graduating senior from a public high school located in Upshur County in East Texas orA resident of Upshur County attending a public high school located outside Upshur County.