The Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship is a scholarship program that is awarded to African American students who are members of the NAACP and are pursuing higher education. The scholarship is named in honor of Agnes Jones Jackson, who was a longtime member of the NAACP and a pioneer in the civil rights movement.
The Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship is administered by the NAACP and is open to African American students who are U.S. citizens and are members of the NAACP. The scholarship provides financial support of up to $2,000 per year to cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses. In addition to financial support, recipients of the scholarship are also provided with access to mentorship and networking opportunities through the NAACP.
The goal of the Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship is to support African American students in their pursuit of higher education and to promote leadership and activism within the NAACP. By providing financial support to NAACP members who are pursuing higher education, the scholarship aims to empower the next generation of African American leaders and advocates for social justice.
