Investing in the Future of Young Artists.
The Society, Incorporated proudly invests in talented young artists by helping remove financial barriers and providing opportunities for creative growth, education, and artistic advancement.
Emerging Artist Scholarship Information
In order for a student to be eligible for one of the Emerging Artist Scholarships from The Society, Incorporated – Supporting the Arts, an applicant MUST comply with the following requirements:
Be a senior student of an accredited high school in good standing and eligible to receive a high school diploma at the end of 2025-2026 Academic Year and plan to attend college in the fall.
Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative G.P.A. from your high school. (You must provide a copy of your latest transcript with your completed application).
Be involved in school and community leadership activities and exhibit qualities of high character and integrity.
Complete the formal scholarship application along with all necessary verification.
Submit one (1) letter of recommendation that show evidence of character, leadership, and/or community service.
Complete the scholarship artistic requirement for Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Literary Arts , Instrumental or Vocal Musical Arts.
All applicants must write an essay explaining their interest and goals in the field of Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Literary Arts , Instrumental or Vocal Musical Arts.
All applicants must sign the attached application certifying that all information provided is true and complete to the best of their knowledge. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
The Society Incorporated, Supporting the Arts is an organization founded in 1983 as a non-profit organization of professional women of color who are dedicated to enhancing, exposing, and promoting youth in the arts. We provide support for young literary, performing, visual, instrumental, and vocal artists.
We are proud to offer $2,500 Emerging Artist Scholarships in the following categories:
Instrumental Arts - Instrumental arts cultivate discipline, focus, and musical excellence through the study and performance of instruments.
Literary Arts - Literary arts empower individuals to express ideas, emotions, and lived experiences through writing, poetry, storytelling, and spoken word.
Performing Arts - Performing arts bring creativity to life through movement, storytelling, and live expression, encompassing the art of theatre and dance.
Visual Arts - Visual arts offer a dynamic outlet for imagination, cultural expression, and innovation through mediums such as painting, drawing, sculpture, and digital design.
Vocal Arts - Vocal arts celebrate the power of the human voice as an instrument of expression, storytelling, and connection through singing, choral work, and vocal performance.
Application Requirements
Write a 200-word essay explaining your interest and goals in your artistic field.
Submit one (1) letter of recommendation from a person who knows you well and is knowledgeable about your artistic, scholastic and community service work. The letter must be from one of your high school teachers. Fellow students, friends, or family members will not be accepted as references.
The applicant must have a minimum 3.0 G.P.A., exhibit leadership ability and participate in community service activities. Provide a copy of your official transcript with the application.
Submit an electronic representation of your work. This may be a photo of your visual art with a short video discussing your entry or a video of your performance – audio visual production, spoken word, theatrical, dance or vocal or instrumental musical performance. The video should last 1-2 minutes (no submissions longer than two minutes should be submitted).
Submit a photo of yourself with the application.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 1, 2026
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Contact Us
Contact our Scholarship Committee at scholarshipcommittee@thesocietyinc.org or complete the form below for questions.