Our Scholarship Program

Melbourne and Mary Anderson were the parents of Founder and Executive Director Lisa Rowe. They passed away in 2014 and were both dedicated to serving others. Ms. Anderson worked in a nursing home for over 40  years, and Melbourne was an entrepreneur wanting to meet the needs of the community. Her parents were hard workers and dedicated their lives to creating a better future for their children (Lisa Rowe & Belinda Anderson). This scholarship is awarded to an L2C senior who has shown outstanding dedication to service for the betterment of their community.

Mr. Marcos Rowe was a dedicated donor to the L.E.E.P To College Foundation community. As the father-in-law of the Founder & Executive Director, Lisa Rowe, he proudly supported her work. Mr. Rowe immigrated to the United States from Haiti in the 1950s and settled in Queens, New York, where he raised his family. He believed in a vital education for his children (Donald, Paul, and Carole Rowe) and grandchildren (Elena and Emily Rowe). This scholarship is awarded to a first-generation college student.  

Ms. Gale Stewart is one of the founding board members of L.E.E.P To College Foundation and has served as the facilitator and initiator of L2C Mentorship Programs for over 11 years. She is a living legend and has tirelessly recruited and paired L2C Scholars with experienced professionals or alumni who provide guidance, support, and advice in career development, as well as personal and academic support, community engagement, and networking opportunities to help L2C Scholars build connections within their industry or field.  This initiative aims to support deserving students pursuing higher education in social work, education, community development,  public health, or urban studies, furthering our commitment to L2C’ s mission and values.

Ms. Lydia A. Hallums was a dedicated parent to the L.E.E.P To College Foundation community for over four years. She passed away suddenly in September 2017. Ms. Hallums is a proud Howard University Alumna who has dedicated over twenty years of service to her career in finance and budgeting. This scholarship is awarded to a current L2C senior whose intended major is finance or business.

Ms. Naomi Oye Wokoma was a dedicated parent to the L.E.E.P To College Foundation community for over seven years. She passed away suddenly in April 2023. Ms. Wokoma immigrated from Nigeria to the United States and pursued a career as a registered nurse. Her pride and joy was her family, especially her four daughters: Sotonye, Ibiso, Priye, and Soibi. This scholarship is awarded to a current L2C scholar whose intended major is in the health sciences. 

Donations for scholarships are needed to help underserved students overcome financial barriers and access higher education, ultimately benefiting individuals, communities, and society as a whole. These scholarships bridge the gap between what students can afford and the rising costs of tuition, books, and living expenses, allowing them to focus on their studies