Chambers-McCain
Scholarship Programs
The Chambers McCain Foundation in cooperation with the Social Action Committee of Beta Delta Boulé is committed to cultivating, achieving, and sustaining the highest quality of life through an improvement in the areas of leadership, economic development, education and social development in the Greater Charlotte Community.
The Chambers-McCain Foundation Seeks candidates for college scholarships:
Applications are open to Black male high school seniors in metro-Charlotte
We offer scholarships to enable high school students to attend and pay for their college education in the field of their choice. The Chambers McCain Foundation was founded in 2018 through the support of Beta Delta Boulé. It serves and works closely with the fraternity to cultivate Black Americans in the areas of leadership, education, economic and social development.
The awards are $2,500 per year for four years (totaling $10,000). To be eligible you must be a high school student graduating this year and planning to attend an accredited college or university. Have a minimal of a 3.0 grade point average. Be active in school organizations and community service. In addition to the award, we provide mentoring support and assistance finding internships.
Download the scholarship application form, complete and submit by March 1, 2024 to Andre L Powell, Scholarship Committee Chair
Scholarship Applicant Criteria
To be eligible, the student must be an African American male, with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better (unweighted); from any high school, public or private in the Charlotte metropolitan area. The student must be registering for full-time college enrollment (12 credits or more). The Social Action Committee has appointed a Scholarship Committee charged with determining the selection criteria and the evaluation of candidates. Criteria for the scholarship award will be:
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Prior academic performance
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Recommendations from persons knowledgeable of applicants’ capabilities
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Additional information regarding applicants’ school activities, community service, background and financial need
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Committee’s conclusion of applicant’s motivation, character, and potential
2024 Applications are due on Wednesday, March 1st, 2024