Boosting Academic Opportunity & Success
The Williams-Franklin Foundation is proud to offer twenty (20) $5,000 scholarships to undergraduate students at accredited Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). In addition to the scholarships, awardees will receive professional and career development opportunities, mentor matching, community networking, and more!
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for a WFF Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled at an accredited HBCU for undergraduate studies
- Completed at least 24 academic credit hours by the end of the spring semester
- Obtained a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or above
- Be a U.S. resident at the time of application submission
- Demonstrate financial need
- Will still be classified as an undergraduate student for the 2026-2027 school year.
Click the red button to access the application. The application closes on April 15th.
Scholarship Benefits
Our scholarship program goes beyond financial aid; it is a holistic approach to nurturing future leaders. Recipients gain access to a range of benefits that support their academic journey and career aspirations.
Financial Support
Each scholarship is valued at $5,000, aimed at covering various educational expenses.
Professional Development
Scholars participate in instructional webinars and leadership programs.
Mentorship
Access to professional mentors aligned with scholars’ career interests and goals.
Internship Opportunities
Hands-on experiences with noted institutions and corporations.
Application Process
Ready to apply? Our streamlined application process is designed to be straightforward and user-friendly so that you can focus on what matters most—your education and career goals. Our application link isn’t available until the Application window opens, so come back March 1 to start the process.
Steps to Apply:
- Review Eligibility: Ensure all criteria are met.
- Prepare Documentation: Gather transcripts, proof of financial need, and any other required documents.
- Submit Application: Complete the online application form and submit it along with necessary documents by the deadline.
Important Dates for 2026 Scholarships:
Application Opens: March 1st
Application Closes: April 15th
Award Notification: June 15th
Recent Scholarship Recipients
Reagan Bussey
Alabama A&M University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Reagan Bussey, expected class of 2027, is from Columbus, Georgia. She is studying Chemistry at Alabama A&M University. In the summer of 2025, she continued to work as a certified…
Sunday Youmans
North Carolina A&T State University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Sunday Youmans, expected class of 2028, is from Atlanta, Georgia. She is studying Bioengineering at North Carolina A&T University. In summer 2025, she is serving as a summer intern with…
Cariuna Ellison
Fisk University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Cariuna Ellison, expected class of 2028, is from Chattanooga, Tennessee. She is studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Fisk University. In summer 2025, she participated in Meharry Medical College’s MSBIO-PATH…
Alysia-Renee Surrell
Howard University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Alysia-Renee Surrell, expected class of 2028, is from Stockton, California. She is studying Legal Communications at Howard University. In summer 2025, she interned at the District Office of Assemblymember Rhodesia…
Delilah Woods
Alabama State University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Delilah Woods, expected class of 2028, is from St. Louis, Missouri. She is studying Forensic Biology at Alabama State University. In summer 2025, she completed the MedPath Program at the…
Elijah Lusk
Morehouse College
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Elijah Lusk, expected class of 2027, is from Columbia, South Carolina. He is studying Biology Pre-Med at Morehouse College. In summer 2025, he worked as a camp counselor for children…
Nicole Butler
Prairie View A&M University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Nicole Butler, expected class of 2027, is from Spring, Texas. She is studying Health Science at Prairie View A&M University. In summer 2025, she worked as a medical assistant at…
Kaiden Drain
Grambling State University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
Kaiden Drain, expected class of 2026, is from DeSoto, Texas. He is studying Biology with a minor in Psychology at Grambling State University. In the summer of 2025, he participated…
Ashley Anderson
Howard University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
Washington Gas Lighting Company
Ashley Anderson, expected class of 2026, is from Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Ashley is studying Communications/Media/Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Sports Administration at Howard University. In the summer of 2025,…
Jaelyn Miri-Tatem
Howard University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
Black Nurse Collaborative
Jaelyn Miri-Tatem, expected class of 2028, is from Camden, NJ. She is studying Nursing at Howard University. In the summer of 2025, she interned at the University of Pennsylvania and…
Kandace Bryant
Spelman College
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Kandace Bryant, expected class of 2028, is from Flossmoor, Illinois. She is studying Health Science with a minor in Music at Spelman College. In the summer of 2025, Kandace is…
Chanae Davis
Howard University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
WFF Scholar
Chanae Davis, expected class of 2027, is from Elkton, Maryland. She is studying Chemistry at Howard University. In the summer of 2025, she is working as a research intern at…
Destiny Lewis
Bowie State University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
WFF Scholar
Returning awardee Destiny Lewis, expected class of 2026, is from Owings, Maryland. She is studying Chemistry at Bowie State University. In the summer of 2025, Destiny conducted undergraduate research on…
Sanai Neblett
Hampton University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
WFF Scholar
Returning awardee Sanai Neblett, class of 2025, is from Dacula, Georgia. She is studying Psychology (Pre-Med) at Hampton University. In the summer of 2025, she participated as a VCU Pauley…
Jada Mitchell
Clark Atlanta University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
WFF Scholar
Returning awardee Jada Mitchell, expected class of 2026, is from Lancaster, Texas. She is studying Computer Science at Clark Atlanta University. In summer 2025, she completed a Calculus III course…
Toriona Coakes
Florida A&M University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
Honorable Louis Stokes HBCU Scholarship
Toriona Coakes is the 2025 Honorable Louis Stokes HBCU Scholarship Award recipient! As the top-scoring WFF Scholar, she will receive a $6,000 scholarship instead of $5,000. Congressman Louis Stokes of…
Shelby Foulks
Hampton University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Returning awardee Shelby Foulks, expected class of 2027, is from Laurel, Maryland. She is studying Biochemistry at Hampton University. In summer 2025, she participated in a 9-week research internship through…