Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation (DTRF) scholarship

The Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation (DTRF) has created a scholarship program to provide post-secondary scholarships to Descendants of Jesuit and Catholic slaveholding (Descendants) in the United States (Program). The initiative is part of DTRF’s core programming plans, which include supporting the educational aspirations of Descendants from early childhood education through post-secondary education; investing in truth, racial healing, and reconciliation in communities and organizations throughout America; and supporting elderly and infirm Descendants.

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will administer the Program funded by the DTRF.  The Program will provide annual, need-based (i.e., cost of tuition and associated fees) scholarships of up to $10,000 to Descendants to assist them with their college expenses.  You can find more information about DTRF hereopens in a new window, and TMCF and DTRF partnership here.

Scholarship Overview

DTRF and TMCF are proud to offer financial assistance to Descendants who are presently enrolled or have been admitted for enrollment at an accredited, two- or four-year post-secondary institution.  Eligible students will receive up to $10,000, based on demonstrated financial need, for Academic Year 2024-2025.

Eligibility Requirements: 

• Enrolled full-time or part-time at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education program
  • Two-year post-secondary institutions
  • Four-year post-secondary institutions
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
• Ability to demonstrate financial need
• Must have the 2024-2025 FAFSA on file at your selected university/college.
• Selected students must remain in good academic standing; meeting satisfactory academic progress.

How to Apply

All Applicants Must:

• Confirm you are a lineal descendant:
  • Please visit the Descendants Truth and Reconciliation Foundation website hereopens in a new window to confirm you are a lineal descendant.

Application Dates

This application opens January 16, 2024, and will remain open until funds are exhausted.