Sammy L. Byrd Life Enrichment Scholarship

The recipient may be male or female, over the age of 25, pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university within the U.S. with at least a part-time enrollment of a minimum of six (6) college credits.

The application must be completed and received by email at: dsdlegacyfoundation@gmail.com

The winner of the Sammy L. Byrd Life Enrichment Scholarship will be announced on Sunday, July 27, 2025, by telephone call to the recipient, which will then be followed by an email. The winner’s name will also be announced on the DSD Legacy Foundation website and other social media platforms.

The Sammy L. Byrd Life Enrichment Scholarship must be used toward tuition, college fees, and/or books only. The $750 scholarship award will be paid directly to the college and/or university only after validation is received of full-time or part-time admission for the Fall semester.

A complete application includes:
•A 1-2-page typed personal statement to include a
photograph of yourself. A 4-5 minute video may be uploaded
in place of a 1-2-page personal statement.
•Two letters of recommendation (No letters from family
members will be accepted).
•Resume and/or previous college transcript.
•Minimum 200 hours of Community Service hours or Outreach
affiliations.