The HOPE FOR HOOPS Student-Athlete Scholarship Award is an inspiration of Kaitlyn Dinkins, an accomplished student and talented athlete.  Her goal was to establish and fund a scholarship program which will provide young, female basketball players with the necessary financial support to help them follow their dreams in becoming the best student-athlete possible.  Today’s student-athlete faces many challenges on and off the court.  Intensive training, hectic team travel schedules and demanding academic course work are requirements for student-athletes aspiring to compete at the highest levels possible

Each year The HOPE FOR HOOPS Student-Athlete Scholarship Award will be granted to the most qualified individuals who demonstrate academic, civic and athletic accomplishments.  Awards will be made in the amount of up to $1000.00 each.  There will be a minimum of four awards granted annually to qualified applicants.  Award applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements in order to be considered for this scholarship:

  • Must be a United States citizen
  • Must be between the ages of 12 and 22 years of age and enrolled in an accredited institution
  • Must have a 3.0 GPA (“B”) or higher (a full transcript may be requested)
  • Must be a current member of a basketball team
  • May request a total of five recommendations: 2 teacher recommendations, 2 coach recommendations, 1 community/civic or guidance counselor recommendation) with application

May request a written, five hundred word essay. Essay should be autobiographical, addressing the student-athlete’s goals, accomplishments as well as any financial needs

Completed applications must be received no later than August 1, 2012.  Limit one scholarship award per applicant per year

Application  About Kaitlyn