Mary Moore Scholarship

Mary Moore was a vibrant member of the Chicago Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., and a graduate of Tennessee State University.  She was an avid supporter of HBCU's, because of their passion to a cultural education and development both in and out of the classroom. In honor of her legacy Mary’s family in partnership with D'Estee, Inc. will offer $2,000 scholarships across the three categories.  Eight (8) scholarships are non-renewable and two (2) are renewable for up to three times.

Eligibility

Applicants to the Mary Moore Scholarship must meet the following criteria:

• A member of the class of 2026, enrolled in an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges & Universities), for the fall of 2026

• Or currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an HBCU for the fall of 2026

• Or are currently enrolled as a graduate student attending an HBCU fall of 2026

• African-American

• Resident of Chicago, Illinois

• Have a minimum GPA of 2.5

• One who is actively participating in community service with a commitment to the African-American Community on an ongoing basis 

  
  

The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. CST, March 13, 2026.  The announcement of the award will take place on or prior to June 30, 2026.

The process includes a short (10-15 minutes) virtual interview scheduled after submission and confirmation of eligibility.

 Proof of enrollment is required prior to disbursement of funds in the fall of 2026

Please forward questions to scholarships.desteeinc@gmail.com