Hatcher-Dollarson Legacy Scholarship
The Hatcher–Dollarson Legacy Scholarship honors a powerful multigenerational tradition of service, education, and community uplift. Paying homage to Ernestine Hatcher-Dollarson and Alice Hatcher—sisters, Albany State University alumnae, and lifelong educators—this scholarship celebrates a family rooted deeply in helping professions.
From classrooms to counseling rooms, from ministry to community work, the Hatcher–Dollarson family has produced generations of servant leaders dedicated to lifting others. This scholarship continues that legacy by supporting students who share the same commitment to service, compassion, and community impact.
Founded by Y’ticcia Dollarson-Williams, daughter of Ernestine and niece of Alice Hatcher, and an ASU Social Work alumna, the scholarship reflects her family’s belief that education is a pathway to empowerment and generational change. Through her work as Founder of Dollarson’s Den Counseling & Consulting, LLC, Y’ticcia carries forward the values instilled by the family who shaped her: integrity, empathy, resilience, and a heart for helping others.
This scholarship seeks to support students pursuing education, social work, counseling, human services, or other helping professions, especially those who demonstrate leadership, community involvement, and a desire to serve.
Any undergraduate or graduate student at Albany State University may apply for this scholarship opportunity. However, applicants majoring in education or social work are preferred, as are students from Albany or Lee County, Georgia, or South Carolina. Applicants who demonstrate a commitment to community service, mentoring, or youth support are also preferred.
To apply, tell us about a change you would like to see in your community and how you hope to bring that change to fruition.
Describe a change you want to see in your community and explain how you are working—or plan to work—to make that change a reality. In your response, consider addressing the following:
- What specific issue, challenge, or need have you observed in your community?
- Why does this issue matter to you personally?
- How have your experiences, values, or career goals shaped your desire to address this need?
- What actions have you already taken, or what steps do you plan to take, to create positive change?
- How will your chosen field of study (education, social work, counseling, human services, or another helping profession) equip you to make a lasting impact?
- What does “servant leadership” mean to you, and how do you hope to embody it in your work?
Your essay should reflect your passion for service, your understanding of community needs, and your vision for creating meaningful, sustainable change. We encourage you to share personal stories, lived experiences, or moments that shaped your commitment to helping others.
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The application deadline is Oct 1, 2026. Winners will be announced on Nov 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 Nov 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 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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