Each year on my birthday, I have the honor of awarding The Dr. Jade Education Scholarship in celebration of women who embody resilience, discipline, and purpose. This scholarship exists to recognize hard-working women who are pursuing graduate education while working full time, often while carrying the weight of leadership, caregiving, and service in their communities.
This year, I am proud to announce that five phenomenal women were selected as 2026 Dr. Jade Education Scholarship recipients, each receiving $500 toward their educational journey. These recipients were chosen from more than 1,500 applicants nationwide, a testament to both the competitiveness of the award and the extraordinary caliber of women applying.
These scholarships were made possible through the generosity and belief of those who attended and supported the Seven Degrees Gala fundraising event last year. Your contributions directly invested in the futures of women who are changing their families, professions, and communities through education.
2026 Dr. Jade Education Scholarship Recipients
- Brayanna Jones
New Roads, Louisiana
Howard University - Tajah Lewter
Hyattsville, Maryland
Howard University - Monica Jones
Brooklyn, Maryland
University of Maryland Global Campus - Delmonica Farrior
Knightdale, North Carolina
University of Georgia - Manda Hamilton
Washington, DC
Howard University
Each of these women represents what this scholarship stands for: perseverance, academic excellence, service, and the courage to keep going even when the path is demanding.
To our 2026 recipients, congratulations. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and your future impact is already unfolding. To our donors and supporters, thank you for making this legacy possible year after year.
This is more than a scholarship. It is a reminder that when women are supported, entire communities rise.