Marc Whitehead & Associates Awards 2025 Scholarships to Deserving Students

Marc Whitehead & Associates has announced the winners of its 2025 scholarships, highlighting the firm's commitment to supporting students who excel academically and demonstrate a strong dedication to community service. The Frances & Earl Perry Memorial Veterans Scholarship, a $5,000 award, has been granted to Mah-Kayla Joseph, a pre-law student at Louisiana State University. Joseph's application essay reflected her deep connection to her military family and her aspirations to offer legal services to underserved populations, including pro bono work for those in critical need.

In the same vein, the Flora Marie Jenkins Memorial Disability Scholarship, also valued at $5,000, has been awarded to Ava Deakin, a student at the University of Southern California who lives with PNPLA6 Ataxia. Deakin has been recognized for her advocacy against architectural barriers that exclude people with disabilities and her work to raise disability awareness. Her future plans include studying Political Science with a focus on Themed Entertainment, aiming to integrate her advocacy into her professional life.

These scholarships are a testament to Marc Whitehead & Associates' ongoing efforts to alleviate financial obstacles for students who show exceptional promise and a desire to contribute positively to society. The firm has extended an invitation to potential candidates for the 2026 scholarships to learn more by visiting their scholarship page, reinforcing their dedication to fostering educational opportunities for veterans and individuals with disabilities.