Joel Ayite Ajavon Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Rochester Area Community Foundation
Introduction
This scholarship was created by friends and family in memory of Joel Ayite Ajavon, who passed away far too soon. It supports graduating high school seniors who intend to pursue studies in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, nursing, or trades at a two-year community college in Western New York.
Application period
December 1 to February 28
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors who reside in Monroe County.
- Plan to enroll full-time at a two-year community college in Western New York.
- Have a primary interest in studying science, technology, engineering, mathematics, nursing, or trades.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Are in good standing with their school’s academic, citizenship, and attendance requirements.
Number and size of awards
One award of $4,000 is available. The award may be split between two students; the minimum amount awarded to any recipient is $2,000.
Permitted uses
Funds may be applied to tuition, fees, textbooks, and other education-related expenses.
How to apply
Apply (or continue your application) online through the Consolidated Scholarship Application. Applying for this scholarship will also automatically place you in consideration for other scholarships included in the Consolidated Application.
Selection process
The Community Foundation administers the selection. A review committee made up of Community Foundation staff along with community and family representatives evaluates applications and chooses the recipient(s).
Notification and payment
Recipients will be notified by email in the spring with instructions for claiming the award. The scholarship payment is sent to the recipient’s college in a single installment in the fall; the institution will apply the funds equally to the fall and spring semesters once required documentation is received.
To trigger the initial disbursement, upload the requested documents — including your class schedule and tuition bill that verify full-time enrollment in an eligible program — to the Community Foundation’s Scholarship Portal between July 1 and August 15. Scholarships not claimed by October 15 of the award year will be forfeited.
Questions
Email scholarships@racf.org with any questions.
Renewability
This is a one-time award and is not renewable.