"The Mary Leatherman Scholarship" by Upsilon Zeta Zeta Chapter of Grandview

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated - Upsilon Zeta Zeta Chapter of Grandview, Missouri

"THE MARY LEATHERMAN SCHOLARSHIP"

On January 16, 1920, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was founded on the campus of Howard University by five visionary women who dared to depart from the traditional
coalitions for Black women and sought to establish a new organization based on the principals of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood.
In pursuance of our founders principals, Upsilon Zeta Zeta Chapter is seeking applicants for the following scholarship awards:

● The Mary Leatherman Scholarship

○ Up to two (2) scholarships in the amount of $500 each may be awarded to female high school seniors enrolled in a trade school within the Center, Grandview, Hickman Mills, Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, or Raytown area.

The purpose of the Mary Leatherman Scholarship is to recognize an outstanding woman who strived to assist the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, and their youth auxiliary.  Mary Leatherman was an avid supporter, fundraiser, mentor and a key player in supporting Upsilon Zeta Zeta’s youth auxiliary from inception. In honor of her professional work, a Certified Medical Technician (CMT) for over 30 years, applicants must be a high school student enrolled in a trade school such as Herndon Career Center, Manual Career Technical
Center or other district affiliated professional or trade school program.
The two scholarship awards target, but are not limited to women who identify as Black or African American. To apply for our annual Scholarships, click . Upsilon Zeta Zeta Chapter-Mary Leatherman Scholarship Application 2026. Applications are due by Friday, May 1, 2026.

The recipients will be awarded in the Spring of 2026. More details regarding the award ceremony will be forthcoming.  If you have any questions, please contact the Scholarship Committee Chair, via email, at zphib.yzz.scholarshipcmte@gmail.com Upsilon Zeta Zeta supports and uplifts the Grandview community by promoting scholarship, engaging in community service, demonstrating sisterhood, and exemplifying  finer  womanhood.

Frequently Asked Questions:

When is the last day to submit an application?
❖ Applications are due by Friday, May 1, 2026.

Are all supplemental documents required?
❖ All documentation must be uploaded and submitted with the application by the
deadline. 

Why are Black women targeted for these scholarships?
❖ As a historically Black sorority who strives to fight for a socially just society, it is important for us to acknowledge the historical and continued marginalization
experienced by Black/African American women. While not limited to Black/African American women, these two scholarships target Black/African American women to begin to help add resources for a specific population of women who have been historically underrepresented and denied access to resources.

How much is the scholarship?
❖ The Mary Leatherman Scholarship

•  ➢ Up to two (2) scholarships in the amount of $500 each may be awarded to female high school seniors enrolled in a trade school within the Center, Grandview, Hickman Mills, Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, or Raytown area.

How/When will I receive the scholarship?
❖ The recipients will be awarded at the annual Awards Ceremony. More details
regarding the ceremony will be forthcoming.
What can my scholarship funds be used for?
❖ Scholarship/fellowship funds can be used for tuition, books, room, board or groceries.

How will my headshot be used?

❖ Headshots will be used for promotional purposes only.

How many letters or recommendations are required?
❖ Three letters of recommendations are required:
➢ 2 educational/professional
➢ 1 personal