Kels Legacy Foundation of Virginia

03/30/2026

Good morning everyone! Tomorrow is the last day to get your applications in for an opportunity to receive a $1000 scholarship! If you or someone you know can from this great opportunity, please apply and share!

03/11/2026

Time is winding down!

$1,000 Scholarship Opportunity!

The Markel E. White Memorial Scholarship is now accepting applications through March 31, 2026. This scholarship honors Markel E. White’s life and supports students pursuing their educational goals.

Eligible applicants include:
• Students pursuing special education or a related field
• High school seniors with special needs who have an IEP or 504 plan

Preference is given to students who demonstrate financial need, community involvement, and plans to attend college, vocational school, or a specialized training program.

📌 Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/kelslegacyscholarship

Note: Applicants will need to sign in with a Google account to upload required documents.

Please share to help us reach students and families who may benefit! 💙

03/11/2026

At the Kels Legacy Foundation, we believe every student deserves support, encouragement, and opportunity.

Our scholarship application is now open, and we invite students to apply and step boldly into their future.

Deadline to Apply: March 31, 2026

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with students and families who may benefit. Legacy continues when we lift one another.

03/04/2026

$1,000 Scholarship Opportunity!

The Markel E. White Memorial Scholarship is now accepting applications through March 31, 2026. This scholarship honors Markel E. White’s life and supports students pursuing their educational goals.

Eligible applicants include:�• Students pursuing special education or a related field• High school seniors with special needs who have an IEP or 504 plan.

Preference is given to students who demonstrate financial need, community involvement, and plans to attend college, vocational school, or a specialized training program.

📌 Apply Here! Open the following link in your external browser.

https://tinyurl.com/kelslegacyscholarship

Note: Applicants will need to sign in with a Google account to upload required documents.

Please share to help us reach students and families who may benefit! 💙

12/09/2025

As the 2025 is coming to an end, we thank everyone for your support in this new journey celebrating this special and kindred soul! There is still time to tag or share with a student who qualifies or a person or organization to donate towards a great cause!

10/31/2025

There's still time!

09/22/2025

Tag or share with a student who qualifies or a person or organization to donate towards a great cause!

09/05/2025

Happy Heavenly 25th Birthday, Markel “Kels” White forever loved, forever remembered, and honored through the Kels Legacy Foundation.

If you’d like to make a donation in his name, please reach out to me. 🎂🎉🎊🎈

09/03/2025

09/02/2025

Our Mission

Kels Legacy Foundation exists to honor the life of Markel ("Kels") by providing scholarships, school supplies, and educational support to students with IEP/504 plans, and to those pursuing careers in special education. Through acts of kindness and encouragement, we shine a light of hope in memory of children with disabilities.

Our Vision

To build a compassionate community where all children with special needs are seen supported and celebrated. Where their caregivers never feel alone.

Kels Legacy Scholarship
Spreading Hope One Student at a Time

The 'Kels Legacy Foundation of Virginia proudly awards an Annual Scholarship in memory of Markel "Kels", celebrating students who demonstrate perseverance compassion, and the heart to overcome challenges.

Applications Open December 1, 2025 Application Deadline March 31, 2026

For More Information: Phone: LaWanda Haskins (Founder) 804-896-9365
Email: [email protected] Website: