Dorothy Mae Dudley-Phillips Scholarship

Honoring a Legacy of Education, Advocacy, and Service

The Dorothy Mae Dudley-Phillips Scholarship was established to honor the life and legacy of Dorothy Mae Dudley-Phillips, an educator, advocate, and lifelong servant leader who dedicated her career to supporting students with special needs.

As a special education educator, Dorothy believed deeply in access, equity, and the transformative power of education. She championed students whose learning journeys looked different and ensured they were seen, valued, and supported.

This scholarship continues her mission by investing in the next generation of educators.

Scholarship Purpose

The Dorothy Mae Dudley-Phillips Scholarship supports students who are pursuing a degree in education, with a focus or intended focus in special education.

Our goal is to reduce financial barriers for aspiring educators who demonstrate:

  • A commitment to serving diverse learners

  • A passion for advocacy and inclusion

  • A desire to make a lasting impact in the classroom and beyond

Who is Eligible

Our Impact

Applicants must:

  • Be currently enrolled or accepted into an accredited college or university

  • Be pursuing a degree in education, with a focus on special education

  • Demonstrate a commitment to service, leadership, and academic excellence

  • Exhibit a passion for working with students with special needs

Additional eligibility requirements, application timelines, and award details will be announced annually.

This scholarship is more than financial support — it is a commitment to:

  • Strengthening the education profession

  • Uplifting students who will serve learners with unique needs

  • Honoring educators whose work often goes unseen but never unimportant

Each recipient carries forward a legacy of compassion, excellence, and service.

Apply Or Support

📌 Scholarship applications: Coming Soon
📌 Donation opportunities: Coming Soon

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Legacy Never Fades

The Dorothy Mae Dudley-Phillips Scholarship stands as a reminder that educators change lives — and when we invest in them, the impact lasts for generations.