Strong Roots Scholarship

Richmond Defense Group

Award: $500

Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

To assist students and celebrate the importance of having a strong community. Qualifications: Candidates must be currently enrolled (or planning to enroll) in an accredited post-secondary program, which includes: community colleges, private or public undergraduate colleges, and universities, private or public graduate degree programs, law programs, and business programs; all candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater; all candidates must possess an interest in community building, as demonstrated by their essay and resumé. How to apply: Applicants must email their full application (including the required essay, resume and transcript); candidates must submit the following: an updated resumé that includes academic, professional, and volunteer experiences with a focus on community building; a 500-word essay.

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