2025 Application Guidelines

What: 

  • A one-time $2,000 college scholarship

Who is Eligible: 

  • College-bound, graduating seniors of Minden High School.
  • Preference will be given to African-American students and students planning to major in Education, Library Science, or Math.  However, all students and those pursuing other majors will also be considered.
  • Applicants should have at least a 2.5 GPA.

Application Guidelines:

  • Complete the online application form
  • Attach a copy of your acceptance letter confirming your admission to a college or university.
  • Write a 250-500 word essay using the following prompt:

Mr. and Mrs. Jones were admired and well-known for making a positive difference in
the lives of their students.  How do you wish to use your college education to make an
impact for good in the world?

  • Attach two letters of recommendation.  At least one should be from a Minden High School teacher.  The other letter may be from a teacher or it may be from another community leader (minister, city official, business owner, etc.).

Submitting Your Application:

  • Once you have submitted your online application form, you should receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive one, please email napoleon.mablejonesscholarship@gmail.com.

Application Deadline: Saturday, April 12, 2025