## About the Jack and Jill of America Foundation Scholarship Jack and Jill of America is a nonprofit organization founded in 1938 to provide social, cultural, and civic opportunities for African American youth. Through its Foundation, Jack and Jill awards scholarships to outstanding Black students to support their college education and career development. ### Award Details - **Amounts**: Vary by program cycle; typically $1,500–$5,000 - **Administered by**: UNCF (United Negro College Fund) - **Application Portal**: opportunities.uncf.org - **Application Deadline**: Varies by cycle; check UNCF portal for current dates ### Eligibility Requirements - African American/Black student - High school senior or current college student - Minimum 2.5 GPA - U.S. citizen or permanent resident - Financial need demonstrated - Planning to attend or currently attending an accredited four-year college or university ### What They Look For - Academic achievement - Community involvement and leadership - Financial need - Personal statement demonstrating goals and character ### Application Process Applications are submitted through the UNCF online scholarship portal. Students create a single profile and are automatically matched to all scholarships they qualify for, including the Jack and Jill Foundation Scholarship.