Dr. Tujuana Hunter Memorial Scholarship
The Dr. Tujuana Hunter Memorial Scholarship Program was established in June 2023 by the East Houston Democrats in honor of the late Dr. Tujuana Hunter.
Dr. Hunter was a dedicated community leader committed to improving local education and supporting children’s success. She recognized the importance of academics in helping young people discover their passions, expand their minds, and achieve their dreams.
This scholarship aims to honor Dr. Tujuana Hunter’s legacy by supporting students from East Houston-area school districts.
Any high school senior in Texas from an East Houston area school district (Channelview ISD, Galena Park ISD, Sheldon ISD) may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Applicants should demonstrate academic promise, community involvement, and dedication to civic engagement.
To apply, tell us about your community service experience, your goals, and how this scholarship would help you. Additionally, upload a professional headshot and a letter of recommendation from an East Houston community leader.
Please share about your experience in community service. Include where/when you volunteered, what you did, and how the experience helped others and impacted you.
Please also tell us a little about yourself. What are your goals for the future and how will this scholarship help you achieve them?
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The application deadline is Apr 19, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 19, 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 May 19, 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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