Since its inception, United Way’s African American Leadership (AAL) has shared a commitment to fostering leadership among African American individuals within our community. In recognition of the importance of education in empowering future leaders, we are proud to offer the Judge Merl F. Code Scholarship, in honor of our founding leader.

Eight scholarships will be provided, in the amount of $5,000 each, for the 2025–2026 academic year.

In order to qualify for eligibility, applicants must:

• Be an African American high school senior for the 2024–2025 academic year.
• Reside in Greenville County, South Carolina.
• Plan to pursue a degree, certification or trade at an accredited institution.
• Carry a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to community service.

The application deadline is March 31, 2025.

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