Reverend Pinckney Scholarship

The eligibility criteria for scholarships or assistance programs for individuals affected by violence or tragic events may include:

• Documentation of Loss: The program may require documentation or proof of the loss, such as a death certificate or official record of the shooting incident.
• Relationship to the Deceased: The eligibility criteria may specify the relationship that qualifies for assistance, such as immediate family members (spouse, parent, child, sibling) or extended family members (grandparent, grandchild, aunt, uncle).
• Timeframe: Some programs may have specific timeframe requirements, such as providing assistance for individuals affected by shootings in a certain year or within a specified time period.
• Financial Need: Some programs consider the financial impact of the loss on the individual or family. They may assess the applicant’s income, assets, and other factors to determine their level of need.
• Geographical Restrictions: Some programs may have restrictions based on the location of the shooting incident, such as providing assistance for incidents that occurred within a specific city, state, or region.
• Essay or Personal Statement: Some programs may request applicants to provide an essay or personal statement describing the impact of the loss on their life and their aspirations for the future.
• Letters of Recommendation: Certain programs may require letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, or community members who can speak to the applicant’s character and the impact of the loss on their life.