The Bob Marley: One Love Social Impact Scholarships will support 10 rising sophomore, junior and senior students pursing degrees in community organizing, nonprofit management, public policy, or social justice related degree programs with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicant must be enrolled at one of the following academic institutions: Bowie State University, Clark Atlanta, Dillard University, Florida A&M University, Hampton University, Morehouse College, Morgan State University, Spelman College, Texas Southern University and Xavier University of Louisiana.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Applicant must identify as Black or African American
  • Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Current classification must be freshman, sophomore or junior
  • Must attend one of the listed Historically Black Colleges and Universities
  • Must be pursuing a degree in one of the majors listed

Application Materials:

  • Complete 2-part online application (must be submitted by 11:59 pm ET by April 30, 2024)
  • Submit response to essay prompt
  • How has the life and legacy of Bob Marley influenced your life and social activism aspirations?
  • Submit Transcript (unofficial accepted)
  • Submit two (2) letters of recommendation
  • Submit resume demonstrating work experience, extracurricular activities, honors, community service and other special skills
  • Submit recent professional photograph suitable for publication. Photograph must be high resolution, no less than 72 dpi (does not have to professional taken)

For assistance or questions contact [email protected].

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Application deadline: April 30, 2024

Date posted: April 12, 2024