The application for the Alan & Mary Jo Lincoln (AMJL) Scholarship Program is now open. The scholarship aims to support career-driven African American high school seniors who’ve taken an active role in their schools and communities. Eligible applicants must also plan to enroll full-time at a college, university, or trade school for Fall 2025.
Alan and Mary Jo Lincoln are the owners/operators of Riverside Sales Group LLC, who believe in supporting the educational advancement of future African American leaders. Their goal is to reward youth who are actively committed to their school and local community and to alleviate some of the financial burdens of college/trade school attendance.
2025 marks the sixth year of the scholarship program. Previous AMJL recipients have matriculated to North Carolina A&T State University, The Ohio State University, Spelman College, Morehouse College, and UCLA.
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Criteria for Consideration:
-African American HS Senior graduating in 2025
-Plan to enroll full-time at a college, university, or trade school during Fall 2025
-Have at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average
-Be involved in both school activities and community service
Interested Applicants Must Submit the Following by June 22, 2025:
-A completed application form
-Two (2) letters of recommendation: one (1) from a school official (teacher, counselor, administrator) and one (1) from a mentor/community organization (mentor, coach, pastor, boss/supervisor).
-School Transcript: This MUST include first-semester SENIOR YEAR grades (a separate senior year report card can be submitted IN ADDITION to the transcript if necessary).
-An essay of at least 500 words on the following theme: “Race relations in my hometown.” You can address your personal experience, an historical perspective, or both.
CLICK HERE FOR THE 2025 APPLICATION PORTAL
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