Minority Men’s Network Educational Foundation
Ron Marley Memorial Scholarship 2026 Application
Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026
Background: The Minority Men’s Network Educational Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, awards one or more scholarships annually in the name of the late Mr. Ron Marley who made the first contribution to the scholarship fund. The inaugural year was 2003.
Amount of Award: RON MARLEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP of $2000 each at Rock Bridge High School, Hickman High School, and Battle High School in the Columbia Public Schools District. The SEHON WILLIAMS JR. HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIP is offered at Frederick Douglass High School (see link below for criteria and application).
Eligibility: African-American high school seniors with a GPA of 2.5 or higher; Columbia Public Schools enrolled student; accepted for admission as a full-time student at an accredited post-secondary educational institution or program. Successful applicant must demonstrate leadership and be involved in school/community activities. Applicants will also be evaluated on the basis of need.
How to Apply: Please complete the application form and provide the name and phone number of at least TWO references (one academic) who can verify the information contained in the application, and provide letters of recommendation to us. The letters of recommendation and other supporting documentation become part of your application. Application forms for 2025 may be available through the high school guidance office OR application may be downloaded HERE:
Ron Marley Scholarship Application 2026
(as a fillable PDF)
Friday March 13, 2026
Note: all materials must be received by this date!
For More Information Contact:
S. David Mitchell – E-mail: sdavidesq@gmail.com OR
Info@minoritymensnetwork.org
Follow this link for Information about the
SEHON WILLIAMS JR. HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIP at Douglass High School:
Sehon Williams Jr. Heritage Scholarship Information and Application Link
Steve Calloway, Mar’Kiez Smith and Proud Mom Miesha Dampier Strike a Pose
Meet Our MMNEF 2025 Scholarship Recipients HERE
The Minority Men’s Network Educational Foundation (MMNEF) provides financial support to students from Columbia Public Schools pursuing a post-secondary education. Our goals are to:
- Foster academic excellence among minority youth
- Encourage contributions to community service
- Recognize and reward accomplishments and contributions with financial and other support
You may partner with the Minority Men’s Network Educational Foundation by making a contribution to one of our scholarship funds. The Ron Marley Memorial Scholarship Fund has been our primary vehicle for supporting aspiring students. In 2022, the Sehon Williams Jr. Heritage Scholarship was added to provide support to students at Frederick Douglass High School. The Minority Men’s Network Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Contributions to MMNEF are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You should consult your tax professional for advice regarding your particular financial situation.
Scholarship Recipient with her Dad, Bishop Lester Woods