Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) recently awarded scholarships to 46 exceptional students in its largest class to date, providing financial support to help them pursue higher education at institutions across the country. The awards recognize students who have shown outstanding commitment to their communities and personal growth, while aiming to remove barriers to academic success.
According to MADF President and Founder Ahndrea Blue, this year’s record number of recipients reflects the organization’s growing mission to invest in future leaders.
“Education opens doors to opportunities that can transform not only individual lives but entire communities,” Blue said. “We are thrilled to expand our scholarship program this year to support even more future leaders. Each of these students embodies resilience, purpose, and a commitment to making a difference.”
The following 2025 scholarship recipients represent a diverse range of academic fields and institutions, from community colleges and technical schools to major universities:
Diquan-McRae
Garcia-Sorg
Since its founding more than 20 years ago, MADF has awarded hundreds of scholarships and partnered with schools, nonprofits, churches, and other organizations to support educational initiatives. Scholarships are awarded through the MADF Scholarship Selection Committee and can be used for tuition, books, supplies, and room and board.
Individual recipients are eligible for up to $1,500 annually, with the opportunity to reapply for up to four years. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens living in Pierce or King County, Washington, demonstrate financial need, and be enrolled in accredited institutions pursuing degrees in pastoral leadership, pastoral counseling, or mission service.
