Today we’d like to introduce you to Demetrius Howard.
So, before we jump into specific questions about what you do, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
At the age of three months, I lost my father to gun violence. This single act changed my life forever, making me fatherless and my mother a single parent. Both my mother and I wanted a life with change and prosperity. One way to prosper is through education. With a dedication towards something better, I worked hard in school and out, allowing me to make honor roll yearly! My efforts afforded me a full ride to the college of my choice. It wasn’t until my Freshman year in college that I realized exactly how fortunate I had been. It was at this point that I decided to give back to someone (through the D. Howard Scholarship Foundation) who was also hard-working, devoted to education, but a little less fortunate.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
Although D. Howard Scholarship gained social attention, it was a little difficult to get funding/donations at first. However, with determination, I was able to obtain the necessary funding.
Please tell us about D.Howard Scholarship Foundation – what should we know?
The D.Howard Scholarship Foundation works to help those beating the stereotypical image of the minority community. The D. Howard Scholarship provides an upcoming college freshman student with a financial accompaniment. The award is given to a student with good character, who has lost a father due to gun violence. The student must be dedicated to furthering their education and changing the stereotypical of the minority community, especially as it pertains to those who are left fatherless. The D.Howard Scholarship team members pride ourselves in helping young black men stay out of trouble and into education, as “knowledge is power.”
Any shoutouts? Who else deserves credit in this story – who has played a meaningful role?
Being an out of state college student, there were some things that I was not able to do. Both my mom (Tamika Graham) and my aunt (Latoya Johnson) played important roles in helping me to get everything done, making my scholarship dream a living reality.
Contact Info:
- Website: gf.me/u/v8h7xw
- Phone: 6784290922
- Email: Mr.howardg@yahoo.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/demetrius.alexanderr/
Image Credit:
Tamika Graham, Tatyana Louis
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