
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. 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.
