EMPOWER THE NEXT GENERATION
The Manasota ASALH Scholarship Program honors a legacy of Black excellence in education—a legacy rooted in achievement, perseverance, and opportunity. Since 2000, we have proudly awarded more than $701,000 in scholarships to 333 outstanding students across Sarasota and Manatee counties, helping them pursue higher education and build brighter futures.
Each year, our program recognizes high-achieving high school seniors and college students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, community involvement, and a commitment to personal and scholarly growth. Collectively, our scholars have maintained exceptional weighted GPAs ranging from 3.7 to 5.0, consistently exceeding national averages. Many go on to attend prestigious institutions, including Ivy League universities, top-ranked colleges, and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)—a testament to their determination and the support of our generous donors.
During the 2025 Scholarship Awards Ceremony, Manasota ASALH awarded $45,000 in scholarships to 17 remarkable students from the region. In addition to these new awards, we continued our commitment to returning scholars by allocating an extra $10,000 to students currently enrolled in colleges and universities, ensuring their continued progress toward degree completion.
As we move into the next scholarship cycle, the Manasota ASALH Scholarship Program remains dedicated to expanding educational access, uplifting promising students, and advancing equity through sustained investment in academic excellence.
Together—with the support of our community—we are empowering the next generation of scholars and leaders.
SPECIAL THANK YOU
The Manasota ASALH Scholarship Committee is indeed grateful to all former and present members who have supported this scholarship program for twenty years. A special bouquet of appreciation is extended in memory of long-time Chairwoman of the Scholarship Committee, Mrs. Arlene Green, who died in 2020.
The members of the Scholarship Committee are Harriet Cowan, Chairwoman, Barbara Gibbs, Bernice Giscombe, Carole Catineau, Paula Viltz, Ron Kline, Ethel Revels and Ron Mason.
The Phyllis White Memorial Scholarship Fund
What does The Phyllis White Memorial Scholarship Fund “Dollar A Day” program do?
The Phyllis White Memorial Scholarship Fund is an affordable donor Program designed to provide scholarship aid to worthy Black college-bound students residing in Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
How are Project Scholarship Recipients Chosen?
Scholarship recipients are selected by a diverse Scholarship Committee charged with interviewing students, reviewing the quality of the GPAs, their essay writing skills, and their Leadership & community involvement.
How does the Project 360 Scholarship Funding Program Work?
You can support the Program by making $30 monthly donations, $90 quarterly donations, or $360 annual donations. You can also make a single donation of any amount at any time.
Non Members can donate
You do not have to be a Manasota ASALH member to donate to this program. If you are considering becoming a member, click here to learn more.