2026 Scholarship Cycle
COMPLETED
SCHOLARSHIP APPEAL
Sunday, March 15th
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Monday, July 6th
CLOSED
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Tuesday, September 8th
UPCOMING
AWARD SUNDAY
Sunday, October 18th
Background and Purpose
The Trinity Baptist Church Scholarship was established in 1974 under the leadership of Pastor Elliot J. Masson, Sr., Dr. Walter McIntosh, Chairman; Mrs. Vashti D. Hodge, Youth Director, and Committee Members: Mrs. Pauline Alexander and Mr. Otis Griffin, Ms. Pauline Williams. (All now deceased.)
The Purpose of this scholarship is to assist Trinity’s Youth with college tuition, books, etc. This scholarship is for graduating High School Seniors who are members of Trinity Baptist Church and have exhibited Christian service within the church. Recipients of the scholarship are expected to return upon graduating and participate on Scholarship Appeal Sunday. (Usually scheduled for the 3rd Sunday in March and October).
Application
Applications for the Trinity Baptist Church Scholarships are available from the Trinity Baptist Church Office, 2040 West Jefferson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90018.
The Trinity Baptist Church Scholarship Committee must receive applications no later than Tuesday, September 8, 2026 to be considered for the 2026 year. Applications may be returned to the church office and placed in the mailbox of Deaconess Myra Williams, Co-Chair of the Scholarship Committee.
Eligibility
- Current active member of Trinity Baptist Church for at least two (2) years.
- Must be involved in one or more organizations in the church, i.e., Sunday School Department, Usher Board, Mission Society, Hospitality Committee, etc. Please submit verification from the chairperson or sponsor of your organization(s).
- Must be a full time student at a college or university. Proof of registration is required from the college or university of choice when submitting your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to wait for the yearly Scholarship Appeal to donate to the Scholarship Fund?
No, you may use the offering envelope to submit your donation and check the box that says Scholarship or you may submit a check and put Scholarship Fund in the Memo.
Is church membership required to receive a scholarship?
Yes, to be eligible for the scholarship, recipients must be members of Trinity Baptist Church.
Is there a post graduate Scholarship?
Yes, there is a post graduate Scholarship.
For further information, please contact the Scholarship Committee.