This scholarship was created in order to recognize a female student who embodies the spirit of Birdia Keglar through her displayed leadership ability in school and community activism. The recipient must be interested in attending a two or four-year College or university or currently in good standing with the college or university (i.e. registered as a full-time student and provides proof of enrollment).

Scholarship Awards:
The BK Day Committee will present a $1,000.00 scholarship.

Scholarship Criteria:

• Applicant must submit two letters of recommendation (one from a principal, counselor, or teacher and one from a community leader).

• Applicant must write an essay on how they embody the attributes of Birdia Keglar through their leadership abilities and community involvement.

• Applicant must be a resident of Tallahatchie County Mississippi

Instructions:

• Essay must not exceed two pages (typed and double-spaced).

• Attach essay and letters of recommendations to the scholarship application form.

Application:

Mail the completed application packet to:

Birdia Keglar Scholarship Committee
PO BOX 222
Charleston, MS 38921

You may also e-mail all required documents as an attachment to

scholarship@birdiakeglarlegacy.org
Scholarship application must be received by May 1, 2025.  Contact Gwen Dailey 662-609-6701 or Edith Glaspie 313-505-9710 if you have questions.