Our Website is Under Construction

The C. Waldo Scott Center for H.O.P.E. website is currently being updated
to better serve our community.

While we finalize the full site, the following opportunitiess are available below.

2026 Scholarship Opportunities

Board of Trustees Scholarship

For high school seniors planning to attend a 4-year accredited college or university.

Lylton L. & Augusta Inettie B. Edwards Vocational Scholarship

For students and adults pursuing vocational or technical education.

Scholarship Application Deadlines:

Board of Trustees Scholarship: May 6, 2026
Vocational Scholarship: June 1, 2026 (or until funds are awarded)

2026 Youth Leadership Program (YLP)

The Youth Leadership Program (YLP) provides a service-learning experience for youth, ages 14-15, who reside in the Southeast community of Newport News, Virginia.

YLP youth participate in training sessions that addresses “soft skills” (i.e. work conduct, customer service), assist them in developing a skill-based resume, provide them with information regarding financial literacy, and explore self-sufficiency skills. The YLP experience also enhances participants’ developmental assets to include values, social competence, support, positive identity, empowerment, and constructive use of time (SEARCH Institute). The YLP program has served the community since 2008, which speaks to the need and commitment in serving our community youth.

To apply, choose the option that works best for you:

Option 1

Download the application, complete it, and return it by email or in person.

Option 2

Complete and submit your application directly online.

YLP Application Deadline:

Friday, May 15, 2026