SFC Ronald Chatters - Triple Nickel - Second to None Scholarship

$1,500
1st winner$502
2nd winner$499
3rd winner$499
Open
Application Deadline
Dec 5, 2025
Winners Announced
Jan 5, 2026
Education Level
High School
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school student
Identity:
Underrepresented minority
Background:
Participates in JROTC

Ronald Chatters was a beloved husband who devoted twenty-two years of his life to fighting for the freedom we enjoy in the United States.

Ronald served in the all-Black 503rd Artillery Battalion Second Infantry Division, “second to none.” He was brave and dedicated not just to his family, but also to his country. Unfortunately, despite their courage and selflessness, underrepresented minorities who serve often don’t receive the recognition or gratitude that they deserve.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Ronald Chatters by supporting minority students who are interested in pursuing a military career.

Any high school student who is an underrepresented minority who participates in JROTC may apply for this scholarship opportunity.

To apply, tell us about your exposure to military life, your knowledge about the minority experience in the military, what your goals are, and how participating in JROTC has impacted you.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published April 29, 2025
Essay Topic

What has been your exposure to military life and what have you researched or heard about minorities in the military? How has participating in JROTC in high school impacted you thus far and what are your future goals within the military?

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Dec 5, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jan 5, 2026.