Lester and Coque Gibson Community Service Scholarship
Lester and Coque Gibson are not only pillars in their community but also giants in their family.
Together, they built a legacy centered around hard work, community service, and keeping family first. As the first elected African-American commissioner in McLennan county, he served the constituents of precinct two. Lester Gibson made a tremendous difference by giving a voice to those who did not yet know how to speak for themselves. His can-do attitude and determination left a lasting impact on his community and family.
This scholarship seeks to continue the legacy of Lester and Coque Gibson by offering financial assistance to students pursuing higher education in an effort to serve their community and build a legacy of their own.
Any undergraduate student at a two or four-year degree program who is a resident of Texas with community service experience may apply for this scholarship.
To apply, share about who you are and what you hope to accomplish with your degree and how you plan to serve your community.
In 250-500, provide insight into who you are and what you hope to accomplish in the realm of community service upon completion of your college degree/certificate.
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The application deadline is May 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jun 1, 2024.
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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 1, 2024. 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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