Brown Bass & Jeter is a full-service litigation firm proudly owned by Black women in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm’s partners are trailblazers who lead with a shared belief that empowering and rebuilding local communities is key to broader societal progress.
In alignment with this mission, Brown Bass & Jeter is excited to offer a $1,000 scholarship to college or post-secondary students who demonstrate a commitment to leadership and community development.
What We Are Looking for in Applicants
This scholarship is designed for emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds committed to making a positive impact. Whether you’re a first-year undergraduate or a third-year law student, we want to hear from individuals who show initiative and passion for their communities. Applicants should be able to point to experiences, such as extracurriculars, internships, employment, or volunteer work, that highlight their leadership potential and community-minded values.
Please write an original 1,000-word essay on the following topic: Include the chosen topic at the top of your essay. Your essay must be submitted as a PDF document with your scholarship application.
- Many great leaders are determined and committed to their causes. Write about a reason you feel passionately about and explain how you could—or already have—led others to care about it.
Submission Guidelines
- Award Amount: Two $1,000 scholarships
- Essay Length: 1,000 words
- Format: PDF
- File name: FirstName_LastName_BBJ_Scholarship_2026.pdf
- File name: FirstName_LastName_BBJ_Scholarship_2026.pdf
- Essays not meeting the word count or format requirements will not be considered.
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or community college program in the U.S.
- High school applicants must submit a college/university acceptance letter.
Required Documents
- Resume – FirstName_LastName_Resume.pdf
- Transcript – FirstName_LastName_Transcript.pdf
- Essay – FirstName_LastName_BBJ_Scholarship1_2026.pdf
- Acceptance Letter (for high school applicants) – FirstName_LastName_AcceptanceLetter.pdf
How to Apply
Submit all required documents by email to jeter@bbjlawyers.com
All documents must be in PDF format and follow the required naming conventions. Incomplete or incorrectly formatted applications will not be considered.
If you have questions, please contact LaToya Jeter at jeter@bbjlawyers.com.
Terms and Conditions
Applicants must meet all eligibility criteria and submit a complete application by the published deadline. Brown Bass & Jeter PLLC is not responsible for technical issues that prevent submission. Students may apply once yearly, and past recipients are not eligible to apply again. Scholarships are non-transferable and will only be awarded to the student who submits the winning essay. Proof of enrollment in a U.S.-based college or university is required to receive the award.
Privacy Statement
Brown Bass & Jeter PLLC will use the information collected during the scholarship application process solely to evaluate applicants for the scholarship. The firm will not sell, share, or disclose applicants’ personal information to third parties. The information provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used exclusively to select scholarship recipients. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all applicants and ensuring that their data is handled securely and responsibly.
Brown Bass & Jeter PLLC reserves the right to announce the scholarship winner’s name and share their essay across various media platforms, including, but not limited to, press releases, social media, and the firm’s website.
Application Deadline
February 26, 2026
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