2026 Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Application

2026 Scholarship Application

Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated
APPLICATION DEADLINE:

May 31, 2026

For additional information, contact:

Scholarship Committee Chair

scholarship@dstpvac.org

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, is a public service organization of black, college-educated women that strives to improve the condition of African Americans and, in so doing, build a stronger, more just country for all Americans. During its 113-year history, the organization has developed an extensive array of public service projects through its Five-Point Programmatic Thrust of Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement.

Since its chartering in 1985, the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has served the Greater Montgomery County, Maryland area. The Chapter continues to address the conditions of low-income communities within its service area, with a particular focus on African American communities.

The Potomac Valley Alumnae Scholarships are designated for Montgomery County High School graduating seniors and Adult Learners based on the following criteria:
- Community Service
- Academic Achievement
- Personal Statement
- Financial Need
For more information about the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter and our programs, visit our website at www.dstpvac.org.

Daphne Page Reaves, President
Scholarship Types and Eligibility

Expand the sections below to review scholarship requirements and application instructions
- The minimum award will be $2,500.
  
  Applicant must:
  - Be a high school senior who lives in or attends school in the communities of Potomac, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Rockville, Poolesville, Darnestown, or Seneca.
  - Not be a daughter/son of a member of the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
  - Have an overall unweighted GPA of 3.0 or above.
  - Be enrolled full-time in an accredited institution by Fall 2026, seeking an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
  Application Instructions:
  1. Complete all sections of the application.
  2. Save your progress as needed: When you click “Save,” you can create a Jotform account or skip that step and enter your email address to receive a draft link to return and complete the application later.
  3. Upload a 500-word personal statement detailing how a scholarship from PVAC will help you achieve your future goals. (12-point font, double-spaced).
  4. Upload a current community service recommendation letter (2025-2026 academic year) - MUST BE SIGNED, DATED, AND TYPED, and on the organization's official letterhead, and cannot be from an immediate family member. If you do not have the letter when submitting the application, you must provide the name and email address of the individual who will write the letter. This individual will be sent an email with a link to upload the letter after you submit the application.
  5. Upload a current recommendation letter from a school official, such as a teacher, guidance counselor, or advisor (2025-2026 academic year) - MUST BE SIGNED, DATED, AND TYPED, and on the school's official letterhead. If you do not have the letter when submitting the application, you must provide the name and email address of the school official who will write the letter. The school official will be sent an email with a link to upload the letter after you submit the application.
  6. Upload a copy of the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Submission Summary.
  7. Submit a current official electronic transcript submitted directly from the applicant's school to the following email: scholarship@dstpvac.org. The transcript must be received by May 31, 2026.
  8. All items listed above must be included in the application package (except the transcript, which must be sent separately), along with the applicant's and parent/guardian's signatures. Omission of any of these items will exclude the applicant from consideration.
  9. If awarded the scholarship, the recipient must provide proof of enrollment from the college or university by November 1, 2026, to receive funds. Class schedules will not be accepted as proof of enrollment.
  10. Completed applications must be received electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on May 31, 2026.
- The minimum award will be $2,500.
  
  Applicant must:
  - Be a high school senior who lives in or attends school in the communities of Potomac, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Rockville, Poolesville, Darnestown, or Seneca.
  - Not be a daughter/son of a member of the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
  - Have an overall unweighted GPA of 2.5 or above.
  - Be enrolled full-time in an accredited institution by Fall 2026, seeking an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
  Application Instructions:
  1. Complete all sections of the application.
  2. Save your progress as needed: When you click “Save,” you can create a Jotform account or skip that step and enter your email address to receive a draft link to return and complete the application later.
  3. Upload a 500-word personal statement detailing how a scholarship from PVAC will help you achieve your future goals. (12-point font, double-spaced).
  4. Upload a current community service recommendation letter (2025-2026 academic year) - MUST BE SIGNED, DATED, AND TYPED, and on the organization's official letterhead, and cannot be from an immediate family member. If you do not have the letter when submitting the application, you must provide the name and email address of the individual who will write the letter. This individual will be sent an email with a link to upload the letter after you submit the application.
  5. Upload a current recommendation letter from a school official, such as a teacher, guidance counselor, or advisor (2025-2026 academic year) - MUST BE SIGNED, DATED, AND TYPED, and on the school's official letterhead. If you do not have the letter when submitting the application, you must provide the name and email address of the school official who will write the letter. The school official will be sent an email with a link to upload the letter after you submit the application.
  6. Upload a copy of the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Submission Summary.
  7. Submit a current official electronic transcript submitted directly from the applicant's school to the following email: scholarship@dstpvac.org. The transcript must be received by May 31, 2026.
  8. All items listed above must be included in the application package (except the transcript, which must be sent separately), along with the applicant's and parent/guardian's signatures. Omission of any of these items will exclude the applicant from consideration.
  9. If awarded the scholarship, the recipient must provide proof of enrollment from the college or university by November 1, 2026, to receive funds. Class schedules will not be accepted as proof of enrollment.
  10. Completed applications must be received electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on May 31, 2026.
- The minimum award will be $2,500.
  
  Applicant must:
  - Be an adult at least 3 years out of high school.
  - Be a resident currently living in or enrolled in a school in a city within the chapter’s service areas: Potomac, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Rockville, Poolesville, Darnestown, or Seneca.
  - Plan to be enrolled in an accredited institution by Fall 2026, seeking a Certificate, Associate, or Bachelor’s degree.
  Application Instructions:
  1. Complete all sections of the application.
  2. Save your progress as needed: When you click “Save,” you can create a Jotform account or skip that step and enter your email address to receive a draft link to return and complete the application later.
  3. Upload a 500-word personal statement detailing how a scholarship from PVAC will help you achieve your future goals. (12-point font, double-spaced).
  4. Upload a current community service recommendation letter (2025-2026 academic year) - MUST BE SIGNED, DATED, AND TYPED, and on the organization's official letterhead, and cannot be from an immediate family member. If you do not have the letter when submitting the application, you must provide the name and email address of the individual who will write the letter. This individual will be sent an email with a link to upload the letter after you submit the application.
  5. Upload a current personal recommendation letter from either a job (paid or unpaid) or a school official, such as a teacher, guidance counselor, or advisor (2025-2026 academic year) - MUST BE SIGNED, DATED, AND TYPED, and on the organization's or school's official letterhead. If you do not have the letter when submitting the application, you must provide the name and email address of the individual who will write the letter. This individual will be sent an email with a link to upload the letter after you submit the application.
  6. Upload a copy of the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Submission Summary.
  7. Submit an official electronic transcript from the applicant's former high school or most recent institution attended to scholarship@dstpvac.org by May 31, 2026.
  8. All items listed above must be included in the application package (except the transcript, which must be sent separately), along with the applicant's signature. Omission of any of these items will exclude the applicant from consideration.
  9. If awarded the scholarship, the recipient must provide proof of enrollment from the institution, college/university by November 1, 2026, to receive funds. Class schedules will not be accepted as proof of enrollment.
  10. Completed applications must be received electronically no later than 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on May 31, 2026.

SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION

Indicate which scholarship you are applying for
Select Scholarship Type

APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Home Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Cell Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address
example@example.com
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
High School Currently Attending
Current Unweighted Grade Point Average
Student Service Learning Hours Earned
Anticipated High School Graduation Date

MonthDayYear
College/University Planning to Attend
Educational Institution Planning to Attend
Intended Major/Course of Study

PERSONAL STATEMENT
Instructions for Personal Statement:

Tell us how this scholarship will help you pursue your academic goals. Your personal statement must be typed using 12-point Times New Roman or Arial font, use 1-inch margins, and must not exceed 2 pages.

SIGNATURES & UPLOADS
Certification
I hereby certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and current and that the Applicant is not the parent, child, or sibling of a member of the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. I understand this application packet will be kept confidential. All material submitted becomes the final property of the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. I understand that submission of inaccurate or incomplete information will result in disqualification or forfeiture of any award.
Photo Release
I understand that my child may be photographed in connection with the application for the scholarship awards offered by the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. I give permission for Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter to publish on the Internet or media still photographs ("Images") that may be taken of my child without payment or any consideration and without notifying me. I understand and agree that these Images will become the property of Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter, which shall have complete ownership of the Images.I hereby irrevocably authorize Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter to publish or distribute these Images for the purpose of publicizing Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter's scholarship program or for any other lawful purpose. In addition, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product in which my child's likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any rights to royalties or other compensation arising out of or related to the use of the Images. I hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter and any of its officers and members, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, its officers; National Executive Board, employees; members from any and all claims, cost, suits, actions, judgments, and expenses which my child or any other persons acting on his or her behalf have or may have by reason of the use of the Images.
I understand that I may be photographed in connection with my application for the scholarship awards offered by the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. I give permission for Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter to publish on the Internet or media still photographs (“Images”) that may be taken of me without payment or any consideration and without notifying me. I understand and agree that these Images will become the property of Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter, which shall have complete ownership of the Images. I hereby irrevocably authorize Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter to publish or distribute these Images for the purpose of publicizing Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter’s scholarship program or for any other lawful purpose. In addition, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finish product. Additionally, I waive any rights to royalties or other compensation arising out of or related to the use of the Images. I hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter and any of its officers and members, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., its officers; National Executive Board, employees; members from any and all claims, cost, suits, actions, judgments, and expenses which I or any other persons acting on her behalf have or may have by reason of the use of the Images
Applicant Name

First NameLast Name
Applicant Signature
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Parent/Guardian Name

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Counselor Email
example@example.com
PERSONAL STATEMENT
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COMMUNITY SERVICE RECOMMENDATION

If you do not have your Community Service Recommendation Letter at the time you submit your application, you must provide the name and email address of your reference (the person who will write your letter). The reference will receive an email with a link to complete and submit the recommendation. **PLEASE NOTE: Your application will not be considered complete until the recommendation information has been received. Applicants should follow up with their reference to confirm they have received the email with the submission link. References may need to check their spam or junk folder if the message does not appear in their inbox.
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Community Service Reference Name

First NameLast Name
Community Service Reference Email
example@example.com
SCHOOL-BASED RECOMMENDATION

If you do not have your School-Based Recommendation Letter at the time you submit your application, you must provide the name and email address of your reference (the person who will write your letter). The reference will receive an email with a link to complete and submit the recommendation. **PLEASE NOTE: Your application will not be considered complete until the recommendation information has been received. Applicants should follow up with their reference to confirm they have received the email with the submission link. References may need to check their spam or junk folder if the message does not appear in their inbox.
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School-Based Reference Name

First NameLast Name
School-Based Reference Email
example@example.com
PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION

If you do not have your Personal Recommendation Letter at the time you submit your application, you must provide the name and email address of your reference (the person who will write your letter). The reference will receive an email with a link to complete and submit the recommendation. **PLEASE NOTE: Your application will not be considered complete until the recommendation information has been received. Applicants should follow up with their reference to confirm they have received the email with the submission link. References may need to check their spam or junk folder if the message does not appear in their inbox.
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Upload Personal Recommendation Letter (MUST be on organization's official letterhead, signed and dated - letters from relatives are not permissible)

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Personal Reference Name

First NameLast Name
Personal Reference Email
example@example.com
FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) SUBMISSION SUMMARY
Upload a copy of the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Submission Summary

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2026 Scholarship Application

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

May 31, 2026

Scholarship Types and Eligibility

SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION

APPLICANT INFORMATION

EXTRA-CURRICULAR/CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP

WORK

COMMUNITY SERVICE

COMMUNITY SERVICE

SPECIAL SKILLS

HONORS/AWARDS

PERSONAL STATEMENT

SIGNATURES & UPLOADS

Certification

Photo Release

PERSONAL STATEMENT

COMMUNITY SERVICE RECOMMENDATION

SCHOOL-BASED RECOMMENDATION

PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION

FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) SUBMISSION SUMMARY