Brandy Austin Law Scholarship
The trustworthy and caring team at Brandy Austin Law is committed to helping those who cannot help themselves by promoting equity, justice and opportunities for all.
We demonstrate this commitment by providing remarkable representation and personalized, cost-effective legal services to each of our clients. We know that everyone has their own, deeply personal story and we think everyone’s story should be heard- especially those stories made in the face of injustice.
Unfortunately, many voices are not heard because people do not have access to the resources and knowledge it takes to be heard by mainstream society and by those who have the power to make changes. Through our professional and volunteer work, the team at Brandy Austin is working to help unheard and marginalized voices be heard.
Without education and dedication, change is hard to implement. By investing in the education of our youth today we know we are helping to provide a stepping stone for future leaders to take a step towards making our future society, a safer and healthier place for ALL its inhabitants.
We offer our $1,000 award in the hopes of promoting a bright student’s education that will lead them to a life that is committed to promoting social justice for all.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
- This scholarship is open to any student who is currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in the United States. This includes accredited community college students, and high school seniors (and students who possess a GED) that have been accepted to or enrolled in an accredited program.
- The scholarship applicant must be able to demonstrate a commitment to promoting social justice by past and present personal, volunteer, professional and/or educational experiences.
- All eligible candidates must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Essay Prompts
In a 500-1,000 word essay, please answer all 3 below prompts.
Choose a 2024 Supreme Court ruling that you think will have a significant impact on the future. Describe the case in your own words, explain why you believe it’s important, and share your thoughts on how it could affect people’s daily lives.
Describe an experience or event that motivated you to advocate for others. How has it influenced your perspective on fairness and justice, and what values do you carry forward because of it?
Identify a social or community issue that you care deeply about. What are some ways that people can come together to create positive change, and how would you contribute to that effort?
Application Materials
- Updated resume
- Essay, 1,000 word maximum
- Current unofficial transcript
Scholarship Amount
$1,000
Application Deadline
May 31st, 2025
Award Announcement
June 2025
Application Instructions
Scholarship applicants must submit all application materials (see above) by email to:
[email protected] with the title “Scholarship Application”
If you have questions, please do not call the office, but send to the above address.
Past Scholarship Winners
Guidance Gunundu
Guidance Gunundu is an upcoming model, actor, artist, and user experience designer who is currently based in California and will be moving to Georgia this fall. In Georgia, Guidance will be attending one of the most prestigious and world-renowned Arts Colleges which is Savannah College of Art and Design. As a young child, Guidance always knew his calling was to become a creative artist and started participating in drama clubs, marimba clubs, and the National Institute of Allied Arts. Guidance has volunteered for the Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanities, Bravemaker, Second Harvest Food Bank, Phi Theta Kappa honors society, and always tries his best to give back to the community.
Lily Sweet King
Lily Sweet King is a sophomore at the University of Mississippi in Oxford majoring in Integrated Marketing Communications and Hospitality Management. She works in the Ole Miss football office as assistant to the director of recruiting, is a member of Cru, volunteers by reading weekly to children at a local elementary school, and is the founder of THE LONGEST TABLE at OLE MISS which brought 400 students together for dinner and dialogue to promote civil discourse and inclusion. She plans to attend graduate school after college.
Priyank Patel
Many of the underrepresented minorities I grew up with were not provided the same guidance, legal assistance, and diversity initiatives that I was afforded. As a result, I have always taken full advantage of the opportunities that gave me a chance to prove my talents and show all the unique traits I bring to the table. During my first year at law school, I had the privilege of being a research assistant to Berkeley Law Professor David Oppenheimer. Under his guidance, I was able to explore and analyze critical issues pertaining to equality in the workplace that plague our society. This project also allowed me to research and learn more about such discriminatory initiatives that exist in other countries. I am eager to continue my commitment to diversity, rise up against all odds, and make an impact on the legal profession while proudly representing the Brandy Austin Law Scholar Foundation.
