About the Scholarship

This scholarship is to honor the life and legacy of Lee Thompson Young. He was a gifted and talented child from a long line of storytellers. Lee was a stellar student and actor. He embodied the essence of excellence in all that he pursued. The Lee Thompson Young Foundation will award financial assistance (one $1,000 award, one $750, and four $500 awards) and emotional support to 6 students who are entering college for the first time. They will be part of our LTYF well-being group, which will offer them peer support and access to mental health professionals.

General Criteria 

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a graduating senior from High School

  • Have an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher

Additional Requirements

  • Completed online application submitted by April 30, 2024

  • Two Letters of Recommendation (PDF Format only to be uploaded)

  • An official or unofficial transcript (PDF Format only)