The Richmond African American Scholarship Fund was established in 2003 to support post-secondary educational scholarships to qualifying college bound African American students of public schools in the City of Richmond. Only five students are chosen each year to receive a $2,000 RAASF Award.  Scholarships are to be used by the student to assist in some of the expenses associated with attending college. 

Qualifications

• Current African-American Richmond City high school senior in good standing
• Cumulative Grade point average of 3.0 or above
• Entering first year of study at a 4 or 5 year Accredited Institution
• Enrolled in full-time curriculum
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree

Criteria for Awarding Scholarships

• Academic Achievement
• Civic and Community Involvement
• Leadership
• Extracurricular Activities/Employment
• Financial Need

RAASF Application

Click here to apply for the Richmond African American Scholarship Fund Award