Gayle McKinney-Griffith Memorial Scholarship
Gayle McKinney-Griffith was a life long dancer, and on the leading edge of integrating the arts. During her incredible career as a pioneering Black Ballerina she overcame many obstacles, and forged a tremendous path forward for herself and others.
The Gayle McKinney-Griffith Memorial Scholarship recognizes the importance of diverse voices in the field of dance, specifically supporting students of color. By providing financial assistance and guidance, this scholarship aims to empower these individuals to excel in their dance studies, fostering inclusivity and cultural enrichment within the performing arts. This initiative seeks to promote diversity and representation, nurturing a vibrant and equitable dance community.
Any high school or undergraduate student who is a person of color and pursuing a degree in dance may apply.
To apply, share what dance means to you and what struggles you have had to overcome as an underrepresented dancer.
What does dance mean to you? What struggles have you overcome to pursue dance as a person of color?
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The application deadline is Apr 30, 2024. Winners will be announced on May 31, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on May 31, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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