The Dinah K. Somerville Scholarship Fund began in 2011 in the loving memory of our beloved daugther, sister, wife, aunt and friend. Dinah was born and raised in St. Mary's County and an advocate connoisseur of educating our youth and celebrating black history.
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist with the tuition cost for ambitious individuals whose goals are to attend a college, university or trade school of his/her choice.
Through SMCBHC sponsored events and fundraisers this scholarship will continue to be funded through the support of the people in and around St. Mary's County. For 2025 - 2026 scholarship year our organization will be awarding $1000 to next set of deserving students. Check back for details!!
Submissions Deadline: January 26, 2024
2024 - 2025 Scholarship Awardees:
Kyle Ganley
Shippensburg University
Major: Computer Science/AI
Awarded: $1000
Harris Smith
Howard University
Major: Biology
Awarded: $1000
Naterrah Tyson
Morgan State University
Major: Business Admin/Entrepreneurship
Awarded: $1000
Alexandra Williams
St. Mary's County College of Maryland
Major: Psychology/Education
Awarded: $1000
