2026 Crimson and Cream Community Impact Scholarship Application

CRIMSON AND CREAM COMMUNITY IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Congratulations on reaching this academic milestone!
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is an organization dedicated to aiding in the education of talented youth throughout our community.
The Crimson & Cream Community Impact Scholarship recognizes students who exemplify outstanding leadership, service, and dedication to improving their communities. Rooted in values of scholarship, public service, integrity, and brotherhood/sisterhood, this award honors individuals who create meaningful,
measurable impact through volunteerism, advocacy, mentorship, or local initiatives.
This scholarship seeks applicants who not only serve but lead—those who identify community needs, collaborate with others, and work with persistence and passion to uplift underserved populations. Recipients of the Crimson & Cream Community Impact Scholarship demonstrate a deep commitment to academic excellence, civic engagement, and sustained community involvement.
Requirements for the scholarship, application, and media waiver are included below.
Please only apply for one of the scholarships offered.
We wish you success as you continue your academic career!

COMMUNITY IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
● Must be an African-American female or male.
● Must have a minimum unweighted G.P.A. of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
● Must graduate from a Duval, St. Johns, and Nassau County (public, private, or charter) high school at the end of the 2025-2026 academic school year.
● Must have completed at least 50 documented hours of community service within the last 12 months or show significant leadership in a community-based project or organization.
● Must attend an accredited institution of higher education after graduation.
● Must provide an official high school transcript (should include ACT and/or SAT scores).
● Must submit one (1) typed letter of recommendation:

o One (1) letter must be from a community leader, teacher, counselor, or supervisor familiar with the applicant’s service work.
o Must be on the appropriate organization’s letterhead and include a signature—either handwritten, electronic, or typed name with date

● Must submit typed, double-spaced documents using 12-point Times New Roman font. The essays should include a detailed description of the following points to substantiate your request:

o Service Essay: Share one specific example of how your efforts in the community, school, or service-based organization mentioned above positively impacted those it served, including your role, responsibilities, and the total amount of service hours completed. (300–500 words)

o Impact Essay: How do you plan to continue making an impact in your community or career?
(250–350 words)

o Optional: Attach supporting documentation (photos, event flyers, project summaries, etc.)

● Student and parent/guardian must complete and sign the scholarship application no later than
February 14, 2026.
● Student and parent/guardian must sign the attached Dependent Acknowledgement Waiver and Media Waiver.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth*

Gender*

femalemale

Email*

example@example.com

Address*

Street Address Line 1

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Cell Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Home Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Email*

example@example.com

Parent/Guardian Cell Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Parent/Guardian Work Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Is your parent/guardian a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.? *

If you answered YES, please STOP HERE. You are ineligible for the scholarship.

High School*

Unweighted GPA*

Unweighted GPA

School Counselor Name*

First NameLast Name

SAT (Total Score)*

ACT (Total Score)*

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS AND SIGN BELOW: The information provided in my application packet is, to the best of my knowledge, complete and accurate. I understand that any false statements in this application may disqualify me from consideration of the scholarship award(s). I also understand and agree that any and all information submitted as part of this application packet will become property of the Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and will be kept confidential. By signing below, I agree to accept the decision of the scholarship committee.

Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name

Applicant Signature*

First and Last Name

Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Signature*

First and Last Name

DEPENDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT WAIVER: I, the undersigned parent/guardian of the above-referenced applicant/participant, acknowledge that she/he is my dependent and that she/he is NOT a dependent of a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., (locally, nationally, or at-large). I understand that dependents of members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., are ineligible to participate in the scholarship and cannot receive scholarship funds. If it is determined that the above-referenced applicant/participant is a dependent of a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., any scholarship funds awarded and/or received will be forfeited and must be immediately returned in full to the Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. BY MY SIGNATURE, I AM INDICATING THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOREGOING INFORMATION.

Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name

Applicant Signature*

First and Last Name

Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Signature*

First and Last Name

MEDIA WAIVER: I, the parent/guardian of the above-referenced applicant/participant consent to the release of photographs, videos, audio and other related recorded materials captured during the scholarship awards program. Such materials shall remain the sole property of the Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and shall not be sold to any entity. BY MY SIGNATURE, I AM INDICATING THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOREGOING INFORMATION.

Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name

Applicant Signature*

First and Last Name

Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Signature*

First and Last Name

High School Transcript*

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SAT and/or ACT Documentation (if not listed on transcript)

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Documented Proof of Volunteer/ Community Service Hours (if the hours are not listed on the transcript)

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Letter of Recommendation (from a community leader, teacher, counselor, or supervisor familiarwith the applicant’s service work.)*

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Impact Essay*

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Service Essay*

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Headshot Photo (Selfies will not be accepted)*

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Thank you for taking the time and initiative to apply

Due to the high volume of submissions, we’re unable to respond individually to every applicant.

If you do not hear from us by March 16, 2026, please note that we will not be moving you forward in the application process.

We appreciate your understanding and will be cheering you on from afar.

2026 Crimson and Cream Community Impact Scholarship Application

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