We are offering a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating African American High School Senior who plans to attend College/University or Trade School full-time in the Fall of 2026.

Criteria for Consideration:

-African American HS Senior graduating in 2026

-Have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA

-Be involved in school activities and community service

-Plan to enroll as a full-time student at a College/University, or trade school during Fall 2026

Interested Applicants Must Submit the Following by June 30, 2026:

-A completed application form

-One letter of recommendation from a school official (teacher, counselor, administrator) or mentor/community organization (mentor, coach, pastor, boss/supervisor).

-School Transcript: This MUST include first-semester SENIOR YEAR grades (a separate senior year report card can be submitted IN ADDITION to the transcript if necessary).

-An essay (500 words MINIMUM) responding to ONE of two essay prompts.

The winner will receive their scholarship in the Fall of 2026 after submitting proof of full-time enrollment in a College/University or Trade School.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND/OR APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED CRITERIA WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.

For questions, please email amjlscholarship@riversidesalesgroup.com