The Haynes Heroes Scholarship Fund was established to honor the memory and enduring legacy of Rev. Watson L. Haynes, II, a community icon and the former President & CEO of the Pinellas County Urban League (PCUL), who passed in 2022.

Rev. Haynes was a fierce advocate for education and community advancement. This scholarship aims to reduce financial barriers for minority students pursuing higher education, and to support those who reflect his values of leadership, service, and academic excellence.

• Minimum Award: $1,500

• Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 11:45 PM

• Award Notifications: On or before April 24, 2026

Scholarship Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be a high school senior residing in Pinellas County | First year PTEC Student

• Attend a public, private, or parochial school in Pinellas County or St. Petersburg Collegiate High School

• Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5

Application Requirements:

• A complete application must include:
  -Haynes Heroes Online Application Form
  -Essay (500–1000 words)
  -Official High School Transcript (Cumulative Summary Sheet)
  -ACT and/or SAT Score Reports
  -Community Service Documentation (Total verified hours)
  -Senior Photo/Headshot (no watermarked images)

All documents must be uploaded by March 3, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Incomplete or late submissions will not be reviewed.

Selection Process
Applications are reviewed by a scholarship selection committee made up of community leaders, and PCUL staff. Interviews may be requested for semi-finalists.

Final decisions will be announced by April 24, 2026.

Need Help? Contact us with any questions:
813.308.9362

To Join the information list send an email to haynesheroesscholarship@gmail.com

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