Pay It Forward Scholarship

01/23/2026

09/15/2025

Meet Chris, one of our extraordinary 2025 scholarship recipients.✨

Chris is pursuing a career in aviation, and he’s determined to break barriers in a field where less than 3% of pilots are African American. He hopes to prove that representation matters and inspire others to dream beyond limits.

A fun fact about Chris is that he served as captain of his high school football team and was named to the Dukane All-Conference 1st team.

09/12/2025

Meet Audrey, one of our marvelous 2025 scholarship recipients.✨

Audrey is a visionary leader who transforms challenges into opportunities for change. Through her work with different organizations, she has united youth, policymakers, and communities to confront systemic inequities while celebrating culture and identity.

A fun fact about Audrey is that she teaches traditional Chinese dance to high schoolers, and she loves cafe hopping for new matcha recipes.

09/11/2025

Meet Andrea, one of our talented 2025 scholarship recipients.✨

Andrea is a leader whose resilience and dedication shine in every space she enters. Grounded in service and driven by innovation, she is determined to use engineering as a tool to create meaningful change in the world.

A fun fact about Andrea: Being both a varsity tennis player and an older sister fueled her competitive spirit that helped her rank top 10 of her graduating class.

09/10/2025

Meet Christopher, one of our exceptional 2025 scholarship recipients.✨

Christopher is a leader who proves that impact comes from action. Ranked #2 in his graduating senior class and co-captain of Kenwood’s nationally ranked basketball team, Christopher balanced academic excellence with athletic achievement in an impressive manner.

A fun fact about Christopher is that he graduated from college before graduating from high school.

09/09/2025

Meet Gabrielle, one of our phenomenal 2025 scholarship recipients.✨

Throughout her life, Gabrielle has led with confidence and inclusion, amplifying voices around her, especially those of students. With her passion for nursing, she is determined to bring healing, hope, and service to her community.

A fun fact about Gabrielle is that she has a passion and enduring love for literature and writing.

08/27/2025

Meet Micah, one of our remarkable 2025 scholarship recipients and alumni award winners. ✨

From broadcasting club leader to future Pharmacist, Micah is determined to inspire, create opportunities, and give back to his community.

A fun fact about Micah is that he has an interest in planting trees and growing gardens.

08/22/2025

Meet Kennedy, one of our stellar 2025 scholarship recipients. ✨

Kennedy is a trailblazer who has excelled in rigorous academics, and she leads by making sure diverse voices are considered in every space she enters. Kennedy possesses a passion for business and marketing, and she is determined to transform the industry with equitable, innovative representation at the core.

A fun fact about Kennedy is that she is a remarkable dancer, having over 15 years of experience.

08/19/2025

Meet Rainey, one of our incredible 2025 scholarship recipients. ✨

Rainey is a prolific writer whose courage and vision have allowed her voice to serve as fuel for justice and change. Rainey is the co-founder of ReIntegreat, a nonprofit that supports the reintegration of incarcerated individuals through literacy and letter-writing.

A fun fact about Rainey is that she skipped a grade and graduated from high school at the age of 16!

08/13/2025

Back to School season is upon us, and our scholarship recipients are stepping into their next chapter with purpose and pride. Join us as we rally around them and spotlight each winner in the coming days! ✨🎓 📚

06/26/2025

Kennedy is a force to be reckoned with and an inspiration. We celebrate Kennedy and her many accomplishments! 🎉🎓

06/26/2025

Last but certainly not least, we honor our 10th scholarship recipient, Kennedy Bolton!