The Potts Foundation was created in 2016 in remembrance of Johnny and Evelyn Potts. Although departing from this world at healthy ages, Johnny and Evelyn both made many significant impacts in the lives of their children, grandchildren, and throughout the local community. Their love for people, acts of generosity, and kindness is what led to the creation of The Potts Foundation.
The Potts Foundation, Inc. was established to inspire, educate, and cultivate young adults in pursuit of higher education and professional advancement through scholarship and devoted service. We seek to teach valuable tools, knowledge, and wisdom that will promote character and leadership development to increase success within underserved youth.
The Foundation aspires to become a leading non-profit organization that focuses on academic excellence, character, and leadership growth and development of underserved youth to address and mitigate disparities through studied skillsets, mentorship, and education, in addition to academic scholarship donations.
We currently assist high school seniors and undergraduate students with college expenses such as books and tuition/fees in pursuit of a college degree. We are dedicated to furthering the education of young adults who demonstrate the financial need and academic proficiency.
Scholarship Criteria: There will be one $3000 scholarship awarded to a high school senior or college freshman attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
Each student must have a 3.0 GPA or above and submit ALL required documents to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be considered, as all supporting documents are a part of the application.
Each application must be typed and completed by the student with an email address NOT associated with their high school, college, or university. This is to ensure we can contact the student directly.
A completed application packet includes the following:
• Official Transcript
• Copy of College Acceptance Letter
• Brief 500-750-word essay
• 2 letters of recommendation, one Professional and one Personal. At least one Letter of Recommendation must show Community Service Involvement.
• Completed Scholarship Application (MUST BE FILLED OUT BY THE STUDENT & MUST CONTAIN CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE STUDENT)
Upon award, the recipient, donor, and parent/guardian will discuss specifically how and where the funds will be applied. This discussion will occur via phone or in person, depending on the location of the recipient.
Please note, completion of Freshman Orientation and obtainment of Student Identification Number must be verified and provided no later than July 31, 2025, to ensure timely scholarship award.
