General Criteria
Applicants Must:
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Be an African American female
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Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
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Reside in the United States (open nationwide)
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Seek growth and learning experiences
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Demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact in their school, community, or through service to others
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Actively engage with our social media community through likes, comments and shares to support our mission and sisterhood
Enrichment Scholarship
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Open to students from middle school - graduate school
Nursing Scholarship
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Ages 20–26
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Actively enrolled in an accredited nursing program (e.g., BSN, ADN, or Accelerated BSN)
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Have completed at least one semester of nursing-specific coursework
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Pre-nursing students and students who have not yet begun nursing-specific coursework are not eligible
Ariana Ruffin, Future Doctor
College Completion Scholarship
Fueling the Finish Line!
This scholarship awards $1,000 to graduating college seniors pursuing a four-year degree or higher.
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Enrichment Scholarship
Sponsor a Girl!
This scholarship is designed to broaden her exposure and fuel her academic, personal and leadership potential.
Must fall in one of the focus areas:
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STEM programs
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Educational travel
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College preparation
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Career-advancing exams (e.g., LSAT, NCLEX, MCAT, GRE)
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Leadership development
Scholarship Status: Closed
The total scholarship funds of $1,000 have been fully awarded for 2026.
We are proud to partner with Girls Going Global and their passport initiative to provide 40 girls with their first passports, and the opportunity to attend their international travel camps.
Established in 2022 in honor of the life and legacy of our founder’s brother, Jeffrey, a compassionate nurse dedicated to serving others. This scholarship supports nursing students and helps address healthcare disparities by increasing access to nursing education for African American women through reduced financial barriers.
Each recipient receives $1,000, with up to $5,000 awarded annually.
Winners are announced during Black History Month.
Jeffrey A. Mattos, RN
Memorial Nursing Scholarship
2026 Winners!
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Philly Girl Scholarship
This scholarship was created during the pandemic to uplift young women during a time of deep hardship, as they faced the realities of racial injustice and rising violence in Philadelphia. We wanted it to serve as a powerful reminder on their college journey that they are seen, valued, and truly unstoppable!
