Ebony Pearls Foundation of San Diego Awards $55,200 in College Scholarships

June 11, 2025

The Annual Scholarship Reception & Awards Ceremony, held on June 1st at the University of San Diego's University Center, distributed $78,200 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors. The Ebony Pearls Foundation of San Diego awarded $55,200 to 26 students, while Alpha Phi Alpha's Zeta Sigma Lambda Chapter contributed $23,000 to 7 students. The ceremony featured cultural performances, including a rendition of "Lift Ev'ry Voice & Sing" by seven-year-old Kye Jones, spoken word presentations, and a marching band performance.

Who is affected

33 college-bound high school seniors from the Class of 2025 who received scholarships
Winners of the Essay and Spoken Word Contest (William Mooreland, Aliyah Drake, and Alycia Rankin)
The 200 guests who attended the ceremony
Current college students Jayla White and Jared Jones who shared advice
Performers including Kye Jones, Kalia Oliver, and the Heartbeat Music Performing Arts Academy

What action is being taken

The Ebony Pearls Foundation and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity are distributing a total of $78,200 in scholarships to support students' higher education
College students are sharing practical advice ("Pearls of Wisdom") with graduating seniors to help them navigate the transition to college
The organizations are celebrating academic excellence through awards ceremonies and recognition
Scholarship donations are being accepted to support future scholars

Why it matters

The event represents an investment in the future of youth through financial support for higher education
The ceremony provides recognition for academic excellence and achievement
The scholarships help remove financial barriers to college education for the recipients
The event creates a platform for cultural expression and empowerment through performances
The "Pearls of Wisdom" segment offers practical guidance for students transitioning to college

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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