The Dollarship
Foundation
No student should be held back by financial barriers.
The Dollarship Scholarship Foundation provides funding, resources, and pathways to HBCU higher education for deserving Standsfield U students and alumni. We invest in the whole student — because the world needs what they carry.
Scholarship Opportunities
Four distinct awards designed to recognize and support different dimensions of student excellence. Applications open March 1st each year.
Academic Excellence Award
Awarded to students demonstrating outstanding academic achievement and a commitment to higher education at an HBCU.
Performance Arts Scholarship
Recognizing students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to performance arts through Standsfield U programs.
Community Impact Grant
For students who have made a measurable difference in their community through service, advocacy, or civic engagement.
First-Generation College Fund
Supporting first-generation college students who are blazing a trail for their families and communities.
How to Apply
Check Eligibility
Review the requirements for each scholarship type. Most awards are open to current Standsfield U students and alumni aged 16–22.
Gather Your Materials
Prepare your transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal essay, and any supporting documents required for your chosen award.
Submit Your Application
Complete the online application form and upload all required materials before the deadline. Applications open each March 1st.
Interview (if selected)
Finalists for select awards will be invited to a brief virtual or in-person interview with the scholarship committee.
Award Announcement
Recipients are announced each April at the Standsfield U Annual Scholarship Gala. Funds are disbursed directly to your institution.
Applications open March 1, 2027 · Deadline March 31st · Awards announced in April
Fund a Future
Every contribution — large or small — directly funds scholarships for deserving students pursuing their HBCU dreams. Standsfield U is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible.
Supporter
- Recognition on our website
- Annual impact report
- Tax-deductible receipt
Champion
- All Supporter benefits
- Named in scholarship program
- Invitation to Annual Gala
- Quarterly newsletter
Legacy Donor
- All Champion benefits
- Named scholarship contribution
- VIP Gala seating
- Personal impact letter from a recipient
Founding Sponsor
- All Legacy benefits
- Named scholarship fund
- Logo on all program materials
- Annual meeting with leadership
- Custom impact report
Corporate Sponsorship
Partner with Standsfield U as a corporate sponsor. We offer custom packages with branding, event presence, and direct scholarship naming rights.
In-Kind Donations
Donate goods, services, or professional expertise. We accept laptops, school supplies, professional attire, and more for our students.
Planned Giving
Leave a lasting legacy by including the Dollarship Foundation in your estate plan. Contact us to learn about endowment and legacy gift options.
Invest in the Next Generation.
Whether you're a student ready to apply or a donor ready to give — your next step changes everything. The Dollarship Foundation is built on the belief that every deserving student should have the resources to reach their full potential.