The Sawyers and Belk Family Scholarships are designed to honor the legacy and philanthropic spirit of their benefactors by offering financial support to outstanding students across a diverse array of institutions—including Emory & Henry University, the University of Tennessee (both the College of Law and main campus), Morehouse College, and beyond.
Champion Academic Excellence & Leadership: Recognize and reward students who consistently demonstrate high academic achievement, leadership potential, and a drive to excel within and beyond the classroom.
Support Diversity & Inclusion: Expand access to higher education by uplifting deserving individuals—particularly those from underrepresented or first-generation college backgrounds—and fostering a more inclusive campus community.
Invest in Future Leaders: Empower scholars to contribute meaningfully to their fields, communities, and society at large through the opportunities and responsibilities made possible by these endowments.
Honor Family Legacy: Perpetuate the values of service, integrity, and community uplift championed by the Sawyers and Belk families, ensuring their philanthropic mission continues to shape generations to come.
Our mission is to provide financial assistance to deserving law students who demonstrate exceptional promise and dedication. We aim to support those who embody the values of excellence, service, and leadership that Brooklyn and Lamont Belk experienced during their time at law school. By investing in these students, we hope to help them overcome financial barriers and focus on their studies and future careers in law.
Your contribution to Our Scholarship Fund will directly impact the lives of law students who are striving to achieve their goals. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us provide scholarships that ease financial burdens and enable students to make the most of their educational opportunities.
Interested in learning more about our family of scholarships and how you can apply? Whether you’re a prospective student or currently enrolled, we’re here to help you explore the opportunities available through the Sawyers and Belk family scholarship programs.
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The Sawyers and Belk family scholarships were built on a foundation of generosity, equity, and a belief in the power of education. You can be part of that legacy by helping expand opportunities for deserving students. Whether through a financial gift, volunteering your time, or simply sharing our mission, your support makes a lasting difference.
By supporting Our Scholarship Fund, you are not only honoring the legacy of those that came before us but also making a tangible difference in the lives of aspiring lawyers. Your generosity helps create opportunities for students to excel academically and professionally, just as Brooklyn and Lamont Belk were able to.