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    Abigail O. Adewunmi Memorial Scholarship

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    The Abigail O. Adewunmi Memorial Scholarship, offered by , awards $2000 to Black, female-identifying high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college in the fall and have completed 100+ hours of community service. The application deadline is May 22, 2026.

    May 22, 2026

    22 days left

    $2000

    Award amount

    554

    Scholarship applicants

    3

    Requirements

    Who can apply

    • High school senior
    • Will attend a four-year college starting in the fall
    • Black, female-identifying
    • 100+ hours of community service

    Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

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    Quick facts

    Status

    Open

    Study levels

    High school senior

    Field of study

    Education, History, Visual and Performing Arts

    Number of awards

    2

    Payout method

    Not stated on the listing

    Before you apply

    AI guidance

    Things to double-check on the official page.

    Important checks

    • Ensure you meet the community service requirement
    • Prepare an essay about your future goals and community service plans

    Missing or unclear on the listing

    • Provider's mission

    Next steps

    AI guidance

    A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

    1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
    2. Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
    3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
    4. Apply through the official site linked above.

    Example essays & guides

    • How to Write Your Essay for the Abigail O. Adewunmi Scholarship

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    Application tips

    AI guidance

    Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

    • Highlight your community service experience in your essay
    • Clearly outline your future goals both in college and beyond

    Key requirements (3)

    Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

    EssayShort answersGoals statementFinancial need
    • Essay prompt: What are your future goals - both while in college and post-graduation? Share more about your community service background and how you plan to continue that service through your studies and beyond. Essay requirements: min length 400, max length 600.
    • Education Level: High school senior College Plans: Will attend a four-year college starting in the fall Race: Black Gender: Female-identifying Background: 100+ hours of community service.
    • Abigail O. Adewunmi was a beloved daughter and sister who passed away too soon after a courageous battle with DIPG. Abby passed at just sixteen years old and was not able to live out all of her post–high school dreams.….

    Required documents

    Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

    • Essay or written statement

    Applying

    Submit an essay discussing your future goals and community service plans to apply for the Abigail O. Adewunmi Memorial Scholarship by May 22, 2026.

    Award & payment

    Amount: $2000

    Number of awards: 2

    Payout: Not stated on the listing

    About the provider

    Overview

    The Abigail O. Adewunmi Memorial Scholarship supports Black, female-identifying high school seniors with $2000 for college. Apply by May 22, 2026.

    Sponsor & application

    Information last verified Apr 26, 2026.

    Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

    FAQ

    Who is eligible for the Abigail O. Adewunmi Memorial Scholarship?
    Black, female-identifying high school seniors with 100+ hours of community service who plan to attend a four-year college in the fall are eligible.
    What is required in the application for the Abigail O. Adewunmi Memorial Scholarship?
    Applicants must submit an essay about their future goals and community service plans.