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Honda announces $500,000 grant for HBCU Band Scholarship Program

Automobile major Honda has announced a $500,000 grant to Thurgood Marshall College Fund that will be dedicated to awarding scholarships to students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) participating in band programs.

Monday April 22, 2024 6:24 PM, ummid.com News Network

Torrance (California): Automobile major Honda has announced a $500,000 grant to Thurgood Marshall College Fund that will be dedicated to awarding scholarships to students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) participating in band programs.

The partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund furthers the company's longstanding commitment to supporting HBCU students as Honda gears up for the 2025 return of Honda Battle of the Bands, the nation's premier showcase for HBCU marching bands.

As per the scholarship program, a total of 41 HBCU students will be selected to receive a need-based scholarship of up to $10,000 ($5,000 per semester) for the 2024-2025 academic year, which can only be applied to costs associated with average tuition and fees.

"By providing scholarships to Historically Black Colleges and Universities students engaged in band or music endeavors, Honda demonstrates an exceptional commitment to both TMCF and the wider HBCU community.

"Their continuous support of programs that empower HBCU students for future achievements and enhance their economic opportunities is remarkable. We are grateful to Honda for our ongoing and life-changing partnership", Dr. Harry L. Williams, President and CEO, Thurgood Marshall College Fund, said.

About HBCU band Programs

HBCU band programs are a fundamental part of the community's culture, and student participants dedicate immense time and effort to demonstrating unique blends of musicianship and choreography, all while continuing to challenge themselves academically, said Yvette Hunsicker, Vice-President of Corporate Social Responsibility and Inclusion & Diversity at American Honda.

"Honda is proud to provide these deserving students with an opportunity to advance their educational pursuits", Hunsicker added.

Eligibility

Eligible students must be enrolled full time as an undergraduate freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior at an HBCU during the 2024-2025 academic year while also being enrolled in a university band program, including but not limited to marching bands and auxiliary groups, concert bands, and ensembles.

Applicants must also have a current cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher, have the 2024-2025 FAFSA on file at their selected college or university, and be able to demonstrate financial need.

The program is open to students who are U.S. citizens, or who have a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551, or international students with an I-20 student visa. Each applicant must also prepare a two-minute video in which they answer an application question.

Honda also has partnered with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and UNCF to provide annual scholarship funding to support HBCU students pursuing an education in engineering, supply chain management and manufacturing-related fields.

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