HBCU Scholarships
Open Doors to Higher Education
Scholarship Information:
Our nonprofit is dedicated to supporting HBCU students by providing annual scholarships to those who exhibit academic excellence and have demonstrated financial need. Through these scholarships, we strive to empower talented individuals, fostering their pursuit of higher education without the burden of excessive student loans. Through our initiative we aim to to enhance retention and completion rates for students attending HBCUs.
Important Dates for Scholarship
Scholarship Opens
April 1, 2025 – April 20, 2025
Submit your application and take the first step toward funding your future.
Scholarship Review
May 2025 – July 2025
Our team carefully evaluates applications to select the next class of KR Scholars.
Scholarship Announced & Disbursed August 2025
Meet our recipients and receive the financial support to fuel your academic journey.
The Winner's Circle
As part of our prestigious Winner's Circle, scholarship recipients join the esteemed KR Scholars community, gaining access to invaluable resources and support. From mentorship opportunities to personalized care packages, we ensure our scholars receive the guidance and assistance they need to thrive academically and beyond. Our commitment extends beyond financial support, offering financial literacy and workforce readiness to empower success beyond graduation.
FAQ
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Do you accept donations year round?Yes, we accept donations around the year. We accept donations of any amount. No amount is too big or too small. Kreative Solutions HBCU Scholarship Foundation is recognized as a 501(c)(3) exempt organization and public charity. Contributions to KR Scholars are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. KR Scholar's tax identification number is 86-1253535.
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Is KR Scholars eligible for corporate matching?Yes! KR Scholars (Kreative Solutions HBCU Scholarship Foundation) is eligible to receive corporate matches. Please check and see if your employer will match your charitable gift and double your impact now!
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Who is eligible for your scholarship?Full time sophomore, juniors, and seniors at our nations Historically Black Colleges with a 2.75 GPA and higher are eligible for our scholarships. Our scholarship is open to all majors and student must demonstrate financial need.
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Why does KR Scholars focus on HBCUs?Historically Black Colleges & Universities were established to serve the educational needs of black Americans. Prior to the time of their establishment, and for many years afterwards, blacks were generally denied admission to traditionally white institutions. "At a time when many schools barred their doors to black Americans, these colleges offered the best, and often the only, opportunity for a higher education." Since their inception, the rich heritage of HBCUs has been a treasure in the Black community consistently transforming the lives of its students in all industries. Founders Rufus and Kristen Johnson are both graduates of HBCUs and have benefited from their experiences personally and professionally. KR Scholars wants to uplift the cause of HBCUs and is committed to supporting HBCU scholars that may be attending college as a first generation college student or coming from backgrounds that have limited financial resources. Additionally, we want to support the pipeline of future leaders emerging from HBCUs and help them navigate from campus to career. Our desire is to help bridge the wealth gap by lessening the burden of student loan debt and empowering our scholars with tools like stock investing and other wealth building tools at an early age.
Thank You to our Donors and Sponsoring Partners
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