2026-2027 Academic Legacy Scholarships

Open to Jump Start College Experience Graduating Seniors and Alum Scholars. The student must complete the application and essay. Applications Now Open

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Jump Start Capstone (Cohort 3)

A Guided Path Through the Scholarship Application Process

Jump Start Capstone is a structured, 4-session workshop designed to help high school juniors and seniors successfully navigate the scholarship application process. This program equips students with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to pursue funding opportunities with confidence and clarity.


Through guided instruction and hands-on learning, scholars will learn how to identify credible scholarship opportunities, write strong and authentic essays, and avoid common application mistakes that often lead to missed opportunities.


Capstone also provides practical guidance on college application fee waivers, including eligibility requirements and step-by-step instructions to help students reduce the financial barriers associated with applying to college.


The program concludes with personalized, one-on-one mentoring, where students receive direct support and feedback on their scholarship essays.


Jump Start Capstone is offered at no cost and serves as a required step for students who wish to apply for the Gaddis Legacy Scholarships.

First Session: Saturday, April 11, 2026 | Noon (Virtual)

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Gaddis Foundation Legacy Scholarships

Open to Jump Start College Experience Graduating Seniors and Alum Scholars

We honor and remember those from the Gaddis Family trees who dreamed about what they could not see. Our Legacy Scholarships carry forward their hopes and aspirations by supporting scholars today. Open to Jump Start College Experience Graduating Seniors and Alum Scholars. The student must complete the application and essay.


Applicants will be eligible to receive one of the following scholarships:


  • The Willie Lee Gaddis Legacy Scholarship
  • The Vivian Ann Thompson Gaddis Legacy Scholarship
  • The Debra Ann Gaddis-Sawyer Legacy Scholarship
  • The Jump Start Academic Scholarship
  • The Marvin and Essie (Flemister) Thompson Legacy Scholarship
  • The Willie and Eunice (McGee) Legacy Scholarship
  • The Ruby (Moncrief) Gaddis Legacy Scholarship
  • Jump Start Honors Scholarship
  • Jump Start Alum Scholarship
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2025 Scholarship Recipients

presented by the Willie & Vivian Gaddis Foundation