Linda E Hicks, born and raised in the Rolling Fork,
Mississippi dedicated her life to Lord, her family and
education. Linda had a passion for gaining knowledge
therefore she continued her college education by
obtaining a B.S. degree in Music and a Master’s degree in
Biology at Alcorn State University, Lorman, Mississippi.
She applied this knowledge and wisdom that she received
from God to achieve the impossible. She spent 32 years
of her life teaching in the public school systems of
Mississippi. Linda’s desire was to see every student
accomplish their dreams and follow God’s plan for their
lives. Linda transitioned from this life in November, 2013
to be with the Lord.
The Linda E. Hicks Scholarship Award Program was
originally established in 2014 to provide educational
opportunities to participants in the 2014 Apple of My Eye
Girls Conference, for their academic achievements. The
Scholarship provided a one-time award of $500 payable
to the recipient to assist with their tuition, registration or
other fees, books, or items necessary for school room
and board.
This year’s award will be extended to three candidates for
a $1,000 each. These awards will continue to fulfill
Linda’s legacy of furthering the post-secondary education
and training of young men and women upon graduating
from high school.

What are the Requirements? 

Eligible student must also the complete the scholarship
application for review and consideration. This includes submitting
the post-secondary institution or trade school acceptance letter,
and a certified copy of the most current cumulative grade
transcript. A 1500 word essay on how funds can assist them on
their academic school year. The Application is available online or via mail. Applications should be sent first class
or priority mail. The application and all supporting documentation
must be post marked be post marked by May 31st, 2024, and sent to the following address

Faith Hope & Love Church International

Linda E Hicks Scholarship

c/o Pastor Pat Lewis, Program Administrator

P.O. Box 415
Kennesaw, GA 30156

Online Applicants
Please send the following documents to fhlci10@gmail.com

Please download the full application. If you are sending your application via postal mail please send to Faith Faith Hope & Love Church International
Linda E Hicks Scholarship
c/o Pastor Pat Lewis, Program Administrator
P.O. Box 415
Kennesaw, GA 30156

Applications should be sent first class
or priority mail. The application and all supporting documentation
must be post marked be post marked by May 31st, 2024

Recipient Notification and Presentation

Scholarship recipient will be notified by phone and email.
The scholarship Committee will send a letter of
notification via email and US mail to the scholarship
applicant. Recipient will need to provide proof of
registration before award is released. The award will be
made available and presented to the recipients by a local
church in the area. Details will be provided.

Selection Process

The recipient will be selected based on the qualifications
mentioned above. A selection board will be responsible
for reviewing the applicant submission and selection the
candidates for award.