Tacoma (WA) Chapter, The Links, Incorporated Scholarship 2026

The Tacoma (WA) Chapter,

The Links, Incorporated

Scholarship Application
The Links, Incorporated is an international, not-for-profit corporation, established in 1946. The
membership consists of more than 16,000 professional women of color who operate 288 regional chapters in the United States and abroad. It is one of the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer service organizations with a distinct commitment to strengthen and enrich the cultural and economic well-being of African American communities using strategies such as fundraising, education, advocacy, and volunteering.

Established in 1966, the Tacoma (WA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated has been a cornerstone in promoting educational excellence and community service. The Tacoma (WA) Chapter is dedicated to enriching, sustaining, and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other people of African ancestry in the greater Puget Sound area. Over the years, the Tacoma (WA) Chapter has made significant contributions through various initiatives, including awarding scholarships to deserving high school seniors. The chapter's commitment to education and civic engagement has had a lasting impact on the Black community in Tacoma, fostering opportunities for academic achievement and personal growth among its youth.

Eligibility Requirements:
1. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen of African American descent.
2. Applicant must be pursuing an undergraduate degree at an accredited 4-year college/university or technical training at an accredited technical college or trade school. (online degrees and for-profit trade schools do not qualify.)
3. Applicant must be graduating from high school and continuing his/her educational training in the fall following high school graduation.
4. Applicant must reside in the greater Puget Sound area including, but not limited to, Pierce County, Kitsap County, South King County, and Thurston County.
5. Applicant must be accepted and enrolled at an educational institution on a full-time basis as defined by institution of attendance.
6. Applicant must have a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
7. Handwritten and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted and will disqualify the applicant. A complete application packet includes a completed application form, required essays, three letters of recommendation, a front-facing facial only photo, and transcript.
Application Requirements:
1. The complete application package should be submitted by April 20, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.
2. The scholarship committe will only accept one submission per applicant.
3. Two of the three letters of recommendation must be from a teacher, counselor, or principal. The third letter may be from anyone other than a family member.
- Name*
  
  First NameMiddle NameLast Name
- Address*
  
  Street Address
  
  Street Address Line 2
  
  CityState / Province
  
  Postal / Zip CodeCountry
- Phone Number*
  
  Area CodePhone Number
- E-mail*
- Date of Birth*
  
  MonthDayYear
- Ethnicity*
- Gender*
- U.S. Citizen*
- Headshot*
  
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- Name of Father/Guardian*
- Father/Guardian Occupation*
- Address of Father/Guardian*
- Father/Guardian Phone Number*
  
  Area CodePhone Number
- Name of Mother/Guardian*
- Mother/Guardian Occupation*
- Address of Mother/Guardian*
- Mother/Guardian Phone Number*
  
  Area CodePhone Number
- Total number of individuals in the home, including yourself:*
- Total number of siblings in the home:*
- The Gross annual income (before taxes) for my household is:*
- List scholarship awards you have received.*
- Current School Name*
- Graduation Date*
  
  MonthDayYear
  Date
- GPA*
- Do you plan to attend a college, university, or trade school?*
- Intended Major/Minor?*
- Applications for college admission have been submitted to?*
- Into which institution(s) have you been accepted?*
- List any academic and other special awards or honors received:*
  
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- List extracurricular activities and community/church involvement:*
  
  0/250
- List leadership positions held:*
- Do you have any special talents that you would like to share?*
- In a narrative of no more than 250 words, please discuss the following:
  
  Why I deserve this scholarship?
- Personal Narrative*
  
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- In an essay of no more than 1000 words, please discuss one of the topics below. Use your own words and do not plagiarize. If you conduct research, be sure to use proper citation of source(s).
  - Is it safe to be young and Black in America?
  - How have you been personally impacted by the shooting of unarmed Blacks in recent years?
  - Do you believe the U.S. democratic process is under threat? Why? or Why not?
  - What advice would you give to your peers about drug use?
  - How would you minimize the impact of climate change?
  - How would you make this world a better place?
- Essay*
  
  0/1000
- Recommendation Letter #1*
  
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- Recommendation Letter #2*
  
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- Recommendation Letter #3*
  
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- I pledge that the information submitted in this application is true and correct. I realize I may be disqualified if any portion is incomplete, inaccurate, or false.
  
  I pledge to adhere to the requirements and expectations as a recipient of the Tacoma (WA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated scholarship and to use scholarship funds towards books, tuition, fees, and other costs associated with attending college.
  
  I agree that the Tacoma (WA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated may use my photograph in a program booklet, or video presentation during the awards program and/or for other marketing purposes.
  
  Student: By electronically signing or typing your full name below, you pledge that all information contained herein is true and accurate and constitues an official signature.
  
  Parent/Guardian: Your full name below electronically signed or typed below constitutes an official Parent/Guardian signature.
- Student's Signature*
- Date Completed*
  
  MonthDayYear
- Parent/Guardian's Signature*
- Date Completed*
  
  MonthDayYear
- Scholarship Application Checklist
  
  Use the following checklist to ensure you have completed all the requirements for your application packet. Please be sure you are able to check off each item before submission.
- Application Checklist*
- Should be Empty: