Donna Davis Memorial Scholarship
Donna Davis was a beloved mother who led a passionate and full life and passed away in August 2025.
Donna worked in the Rockville Centre School District for many years before her retirement. She loved seeing the generations of students pass through school and embark on their academic and professional journeys. This leap is not always easy, as college comes with many costs that aren’t easy to pay for. Donna would have wanted to leave a legacy of uplifting bright young students.
The Donna Davis Memorial Scholarship honors the life and values of Donna Davis, who believed in education as a pathway to opportunity and positive impact. Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to college-bound South Side High School students.
Eligibility
• IB candidate planning to attend college
• Academics, community involvement, and financial need will be considered
To apply, respond to the essay prompt below.
How do you hope to make a positive impact in the lives of others, and how will your studies help prepare you to do so?
In your response, consider:
• What issues, people, or communities matter most to you
• How you hope to contribute or make a difference
• How your intended field of study will support these goals
Impact can take many forms—through service, leadership, creativity, advocacy, or everyday acts of care. We are looking for sincerity, reflection, and a clear connection between your goals and your education.
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FAQ
The application deadline is May 1, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 2, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 2, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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