Lovely B. Thomas Education Scholarship
Lovely B. Thomas believed deeply in the power of hard work and service to others and was known for lending a helping hand.
Students who share this spirit will grow into the next generation of changemakers and leaders in their communities, creating meaningful change in their neighborhoods and in the greater world. However, many students are hindered by financial challenges, systemic discrimination, or other hurdles that can make it difficult for them to earn the education they need to pursue their greater goals.
This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Lovely B. Thomas by supporting students who exhibit the same passion for helping others.
Any low-income, first-generation high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who is an underrepresented minority pursuing an education major may apply for this scholarship opportunity. However, applicants who are Georgia residents and those with 3.5 or higher GPAs are preferred.
To apply, tell us about a story from your life where you had to work hard to get through a challenge or to help someone else, and how this experience impacted your desire to pursue education or healthcare.
Additionally, submit a video no longer than five minutes sharing your story out loud — the same one from your essay. Speak from the heart and expand on your essay by adding anything you couldn’t fully explain in writing. This video could include: what motivates you personally to pursue education or healthcare, how your background shaped your values, what person or moment has made a lasting impact in your life, or how hard work and service (the values of Lovely B. Thomas) show up in your life. You can record the video on your phone, computer, or any device. No fancy editing is needed; just speak clearly and be yourself. Submit a shareable link (YouTube, Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) in the application form. Make sure the video is viewable by anyone with the link.
Share a story from your own life — one your friends or family would recognize — where you had to work hard through a challenge or help someone else. How has that experience shaped your desire to pursue a career in education or healthcare?
Your story should be specific and personal. Avoid general statements. Essays will be evaluated based on authenticity, clarity, and alignment with the spirit of this scholarship.
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The application deadline is Nov 14, 2026. Winners will be announced on Dec 15, 2026.
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The winner will be publicly announced on Dec 15, 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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