NABSTMC™ SHREVEPORT

Scholarship Program

Honoring academic excellence and community service in the spirit of the Buffalo Soldiers — investing in the next generation of leaders from the Shreveport community.

Scholarships — NABSTMC Shreveport

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT

Scholarships

Investing in the next generation by providing scholarships to deserving graduating high school seniors in the Shreveport community — honoring the Buffalo Soldiers' legacy of service and excellence.

OUR COMMITMENT

Investing in Tomorrow's Leaders

The NABSTMC Shreveport Chapter believes that education is one of the most powerful tools for building a stronger community. Each year, we award scholarships to graduating high school seniors in the Caddo and Bossier Parish area.

Our scholarship program honors the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers — men and women who overcame extraordinary obstacles to serve their country and community with distinction.

By investing in local students, we carry that legacy forward — ensuring that the next generation has the resources and support they need to achieve their dreams.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Who Can Apply

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    Must be a graduating senior attending Caddo/Bossier Parish and surrounding area high schools

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    Scholarship may be used for tuition, books, fees, supplies, and equipment at any institution of higher learning or trade school

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    Must submit a completed scholarship application packet

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    Committee selects at least two recipients based on quality of packet and competitiveness of candidate

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    One recipient will compete at the Frontier level for additional scholarship funds ($10,000 total at Frontier level)

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    Frontier winner may compete for an additional $5,000 at the National level

ESSAY TOPIC

Required Essay

Describe a challenge you have overcome and how that experience has shaped your goals for the future. How do you plan to use your education to serve your community?

APPLICATION PROCESS

How to Apply

01

Download the Application

Download the official NABSTMC Shreveport scholarship application packet using the link below.

02

Complete All Sections

Fill out every section of the application completely and legibly. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

03

Gather Supporting Documents

Collect your transcripts, letters of recommendation, and any other required supporting materials listed in the packet.

04

Submit Before the Deadline

Submit your completed packet by the deadline listed in the application. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Ready to Apply?

Get started by downloading the application packet below. If you have questions, reach out to a NABSTMC Shreveport Chapter scholarship committee member to learn more about deadlines and requirements for the current scholarship cycle.

2026 SCHOLARSHIP AWARD WINNERS

Congratulations to Our 2026 Recipients

Kyndall Collins & Joshua Strickland

2026 SCHOLARSHIP CEREMONY

Award Ceremony Gallery

NABSTMC Shreveport Chapter group photo at 2026 scholarship ceremony
Kyndall Collins with family at 2026 scholarship award ceremony
Joshua Strickland receiving 2026 scholarship award
Full group photo with 2026 scholarship winners
Kyndall Collins scholarship check presentation
Joshua Strickland scholarship check presentation
Audience at the 2026 NABSTMC scholarship ceremony