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100 Black Men of Canton, Inc. Scholarship

This $750 scholarship is for a student in Madison County Schools graduating in May 2025.

Deadline to apply: 5:00 pm April 30, 2025, or postmarked April 29, 2025 (no exceptions)

Mail to:
100 Black Men of Canton, Inc
P.O. Box 202
Canton, MS 39046 

Qualifications: 

  1. Student must complete an essay on a topic of their choice that’s listed below, minimum of 500 words or more; must have some research and double-spaced typing.
  2. Student must score at least a 15 on the ACT; proof must be attached to the essay.
  3. Student must have 8 hours of community service; proof must be attached to the essay.
  4. Student must have at least a C average or above; proof must be attached to the essay.
  5. Student must be graduating in May 2025.
  6. Essay will be graded for neatness, accuracy and research.

Topics:

  1. Should money management be part of education in high school?
  2. Does the justice system in the US need to be improved?
  3. Is the role of affirmative action in the modern world important?
  4. How fair do you think our election process is? {Bonus points if you add this one with #1, 2, or 3}