2025-2026 Jewel Scholarship Application

The Jewel Scholarship is named after seven (7) men who inspire RTL Foundation's mission and awarded to college bound African American High School Students across Baltimore City or County.
The scholarship is one small step towards closing the education opportunity gap by providing financial assistance to high school seniors that demonstrate leadership, academic excellence and community service.

Four (4) scholarships will be awarded in May 2026.
Applications must be submitted by: May 1, 2026, 11:59 PM.
Scholarship amount: $2,000

Jewel Scholarship Eligibility:

*** Must be an African American, graduating high school senior (2025-2026 school year)
*** Have a minimum GPA of 2.5
*** Submission of an unofficial high school transcript
*** All transcripts must be submitted using the grading policy/GPA scale currently used by their school
*** Student must reside and/or attend a high school in Baltimore City or Baltimore County
*** Acceptance letter from college/university (copy must be enclosed with application) and teach recommendation letter
*** Demonstrate action within the community or school  

All supporting documents must be emailed to ajones@rtlfoundation.org

Awards will be announced in May 2026. Scholars will be required to submit a headshot, write a thank you letter to the foundation, and attend a scholarship awards ceremony on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The RTL Foundation may ask for students to provide an update on their progress.