Our Mission
Purpose of the Foundation
The purpose of the Foundation is to provide scholarship support to generational descendants of former Lincoln/William Grant High School constituents, as well as to students who are not biologically descended but who meet other established criteria for scholarship consideration.
The Lincoln/William Grant Legacy Scholarship is available exclusively to direct descendants of former Lincoln-Grant constituents. In contrast, the
Dr. Nancy C. Riley Walton Memorial Scholarship and the Charles James, Sr. Fund, established in 2018, were created specifically to support qualified applicants who are not biologically descended from Lincoln-Grant constituents.
All scholarships are awarded without regard to race, religion, country of origin, or the high school from which the applicant graduated.
Final selection of scholarship recipients is the sole responsibility of the individual Fund providers and is based on the review of submitted applications and all required supporting documentation.
Our History
From 1866 to 1976, Lincoln-Grant School, William Grant High School, and their precursor institutions stood as pillars of learning for African American students in Covington. In an era of limited opportunity, these schools nurtured hope, excellence, and determination—shaping generations of students who went on to serve, lead, and uplift their communities in countless ways.
Moved by the enduring legacy of these historic institutions and inspired by the achievements of their alumni, The Lincoln/William Grant Scholarship Foundation, Inc. was established in the spring of 2017. Founded by former students, graduates, and devoted affiliates, the Foundation exists to honor the past while investing in the future—extending educational opportunities to new generations and ensuring that the spirit of Lincoln and William Grant continues to inspire lives for years to come.
Our Scholarships
The Scholarship Fund of The Lincoln/William Grant Scholarship Foundation, Inc. was established to support aspiring young people who demonstrate both the desire and the readiness to pursue higher education at an accredited college or university. Through this support, the Foundation seeks to help remove financial barriers, encourage academic achievement, and help students take confident steps toward fulfilling their educational and career goals.