Scholarships
Empowering the Next Generation
The Pearls of Purpose Foundation is proud to offer a single annual scholarship designed to support deserving students in their pursuit of higher education. By eliminating financial barriers, we aim to unlock potential, foster leadership, and drive academic success within our community.
Eligibility Requirements
Graduation Status
Must be a high school senior graduating in 2026
Residency Requirement
Must reside in Metro Atlanta or attend a school in the Atlanta Public or Fulton County School Systems.
Academic Achievement
Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale.
Leadership and Involvement
Demonstrate leadership through extracurricular activities, volunteer work, or community service. Including 2 letters of recommendation.
College Enrollment
Plan to enroll in a two-year or four-year accredited college or university for the upcoming academic year.
Application Timeline
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February: Application opens.
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March: Application and all supporting materials due by March 31st at 11:59 PM.
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Early April: Interview notifications sent to selected applicants..
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Mid April: Winners notified.
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Late April: Awardees attend the Selected Signature Event to receive their scholarship.
FAQs
Can I apply if I don’t live in Metro Atlanta? Currently, our scholarship is only available to students in Metro Atlanta or those attending Atlanta Public or Fulton County schools.
What happens if I don’t have all the required materials? Only complete applications will be considered. Please ensure all materials are submitted by the deadline.
Can I reapply next year? This scholarship is a one-time award.
What can the scholarship funds be used for? The funds must be used for tuition, books, or academic supplies.
Ready to Apply?
Click below to begin your journey toward becoming a Pearls of Purpose Scholar.
Meet Our 2024 Awardees
Brilliant. Bold. Benevolent.
Congratulations to our incredible 2024 scholarship recipients! Our awardees exemplify outstanding academic achievement, strong leadership, and dedicated community service.
Torrean Mozley
High School:
Westlake High School
College:
Tuskegee University
Award: $9,000
Roland B. Foster III
High School:
Pace Academy
College:
Carleton College
Award: $7,000
Roland B. Foster III
High School:
Charles R. Drew Charter School
College:
Alabama A&M University
Award: $7,000
Sanai McBean
High School:
Westlake High School
College:
Alabama A&M University
Award: $5,500
Mia Raymond
High School:
Hapeville Charter Career Academy
College:
Florida A&M University
Award: $5,500
Kyla Sewell
High School:
D.M. Therrell High School
College:
Spelman College
Award: $5,000
Brooke Shelton
High School:
Booker T. Washington High School
College:
Huntingdon College
Award: $5,000
Jaimorgan Jasper
High School:
Hapeville Charter Career Academy
College:
Tuskegee University
Award: $4,5000
Narkoryia Jones
High School:
Riverwood International Charter School
College:
George Washington University
Award: $4,500
Anyaa Black
High School:
Westlake High School
College:
Alabama State University
Award: $3,500
Derrice Hamlin
High School:
Westlake High School
College:
Fayetteville State University
Award: $3.500
Nia Knight
High School:
Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School
College:
North Carolina A&T State University
Award: $3,500
Caylie Renee Jefferson
High School:
Westlake High School
College:
Hampton University
Award: $3,500
Klarke Jackson
High School:
Westlake High School
College:
North Carolina A&T State University
Award: $3,000