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Dollars 4 Scholars: Investing in DC's Future
At MBA Services, supporting nonprofits and small businesses is only part of our mission. We believe in putting resources directly into our community; and especially into the young people who will shape this city’s future.
For Students
Each year, through our Dollars 4 Scholars program, we award a $500 scholarship to a native Washingtonian, DC high school or college student who demonstrates leadership, initiative, and a commitment to positive change.
Key Dates
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Application Deadline: July 1
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Award Notification: August 1
If you or someone you know is a native Washingtonian DC student with a vision for progress, we encourage you to apply HERE. Today’s students will become tomorrow’s leaders, organizers, entrepreneurs, artists, and innovators.
For DC Businesses - Become a Dollars 4 Scholars Sponsor
This year marks the first time we are inviting fellow DC businesses to join us in expanding this initiative. Our goal is simple: transform Dollars for Scholars into Dollars 4 Scholars, a united effort across all 8 Wards.
One scholarship is meaningful, but a coalition of committed businesses can create real opportunities for more students, year after year.
Why Partner?
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Directly support home-grown DC youth with scholarship funding
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Gain visibility as a community-focused business
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Align with other local leaders committed to equity, education, and opportunity
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Be recognized in community outreach, marketing materials, social media, and Councilmember correspondence
How It Works
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Partner businesses contribute to the scholarship fund
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Together, we will award at least four scholarships annually
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If business participation grows, we aim to double that, awarding four high school and four college scholarships each year
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All partner businesses will be acknowledged publicly for their role in the initiative
Stronger Businesses. Stronger Communities. Brighter Futures.
Whether you’re a student or a DC business owner, Dollars 4 Scholars offers a direct way to invest in our city’s future.
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Students: Apply and share the opportunity
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Businesses: Join us as a Dollars 4 Scholars Partner
Together, we can raise leaders across every Ward in Washington, DC and be the change we want to see!
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DMV FREEDMEN & BY THE PEOPLE MEDIA
At MBA Services, we know that building stronger communities means standing with those who champion equity and justice. That’s why we proudly partner with the DMV Freedmen, a local nonpartisan advocacy group, and By the People Media, an initiative it empowers.
Together, we are committed to advancing reparations and ensuring the full rights and opportunities for the Descendants of America’s Emancipated People.
Through these partnerships, MBA Services provides financial services and infrastructure support to help sustain their mission and expand their impact.
Want to learn more or get involved?
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Visit DMV Freedmen
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Explore By the People Media
Join us in supporting initiatives that move our communities toward justice, equity, and opportunity for all.
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The DMV Freedmen was the featured story in the 2023 Pre-Juneteenth Courtland Milloy Washington Post column.

