Invest in a Student. Continue a Legacy.
Honoring a Legacy of Education, Leadership, Community Service, and HBCU Excellence.
The David E. Boles, Sr. Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the life, service, and enduring legacy of David E. Boles, Sr., a dedicated educator, community activist, proud graduate of Bethune-Cookman College, and member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.
Mr. Boles believed that education had the power to transform lives, strengthen families, and uplift communities. As an educator and community advocate, he devoted himself to serving others, encouraging young people, and helping create opportunities for future generations.
His experience as a graduate of Bethune-Cookman College reflected his belief in the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and their unique role in developing educated, confident, service-minded leaders.
The scholarship continues that legacy by investing in the educational dreams of students from Palm Beach County, Florida, who choose to attend an HBCU.
Mission
The mission of the David E. Boles, Sr. Memorial Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to deserving Palm Beach County students pursuing higher education at an HBCU while encouraging the values of education, leadership, service, character, community, and excellence.
We seek students who understand that receiving an education is not only an opportunity for personal advancement, but also an opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be a graduating high school senior residing in or attending school in Palm Beach County, Florida.
- Have been accepted to an accredited Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
- Plan to enroll as a full-time student following high school graduation.
- Have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA.
- Demonstrate leadership, character, and involvement in school or community activities.
- Have a record of community service, volunteerism, church involvement, civic engagement, employment, extracurricular activities, or other meaningful service.
- Submit a completed scholarship application and all required supporting documentation by the established deadline.
When you receive the David E. Boles, Sr. Memorial Scholarship, you become part of something greater than a financial award. You become part of a legacy built upon education, leadership, service, and community.