The Herb Block Scholarship

Herb Block saw education as the opportunity for a better life. In his will, he urged the creation of scholarships for post-secondary individuals with financial need.

Established in 2005, The Herb Block Scholarship provides financial assistance to high school graduates, first-year college students, and adult learners who wish to continue their studies at Washington, D.C. area community colleges. The scholarship is “last dollar” valued at up to $8,000 per academic year not to exceed $16,000 over the life of the scholarship. The actual award amount for each recipient is determined in conjunction with the school’s financial aid office and is based on a student’s financial need after all other resources are considered. The award covers tuition, mandatory fees, books, and supplies, as well as limited transportation and on–campus childcare expenses. Scholarship recipients enrolled full-time can renew their scholarship for one additional year (a total of two years), or completion of an associates degree, whichever comes first. Recipients enrolled part-time can renew their scholarship up to a total of four years, or completion of an associates degree, whichever comes first.

The 2010-2011 Herblock Foundation Scholarship Winners.

"The Herb Block Foundation Scholarship, through its dedication to supporting community efforts is helping me reach my goals of becoming an educator. Since I have similar passions for education as Mr. Block had, his Foundation Scholarship inspires me to be successful in my academic, career and personal endeavors."   --- Nneka Lyn, PGCC

"I am very happy and will be ever thankful to this great foundation for their support to help those who by themselves can't afford a college education ans as such clearing a path for a better future for me and many others. Thanks once again for your support for me to get a college education."  --- Terence Tangoalem (2010-2011 academic year)

"It is a great pleasure to be part of The Herb Block Scholarship program. I would like to thank you people for the opportunity you have given me to accomplish my goals"  --- Alhaji Dukuray

"I am much honored that I was chosen for this prestigious award...I can't thank you enough for providing me with the opportunity of going to college. This scholarship is my only hope to make my future better."  ---Tanzeel Ashraf