Sickle Cell Disease Scholarships

The Leslie Delk, Sr. Academic Scholarship administered by the Taylor Delk Sickle Cell Foundation will be awarded to individuals with sickle cell disease. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors attending a 4-year accredited college. Applicants must also be U.S. citizens and permanent residents. The primary goal of this college scholarship program is to reward academic achievement. One award for a total of $5,000 per academic year, up to 4 years. Awards will be disbursed at $2,500 per semester (Fall and Spring) based on academic status.The Taylor Delk Sickle Cell Foundation Scholarship Committee will review all applications and select finalists. The Scholarship Committee will conduct telephone interviews with the final 3 candidates prior to selecting an award winner.For additional information and/or applications please contact Tiffany Delk at 731-694-8727 or via email [email protected] to request an application.