Rhea of Hope Foundation Scholarships

The Rhea of Hope Foundation, Inc. was founded for the sole purpose of supporting underserved, at-risk adolescent and young women through group mentoring, coaching, and exposure to a wide array of cultural, intellectual, spiritual, psychological, and economic experiences. We have five separate scholarship categories designed to address the financial needs of deserving students seeking support for their educational endeavors, cultural enrichment, and career growth development:

​Academic Scholarships
A scholarship for 12th grade female students applying to a 2 year or 4 year college/university.

Continuing Education Scholarships
A scholarship for young mothers (between the ages of 17 and 31) applying to or enrolled in an accredited post-secondary academic or career program.

John A. Rhea Scholarship
​A scholarship for African-American male students, in grades 6 through 12, applying to a College or University or a cultural enrichment, leadership, college preparation, or career development program or camp.

​Academic Relief Award (ARA) Scholarship
The Academic Relief Award (ARA) targets young women, age 18 to 27 years old, who are currently pursuing a post-secondary education. They are enrolled in trade, undergraduate or graduate school. These young women are successful “overcomers” despite life challenges.

Scholarship Eligibility
All scholarship applications are to be submitted online. Carefully read each scholarship’s requirements and eligibility.