Our Mission
Preserving a Legacy.
Investing in the Future.
The mission of the Lincoln/William Grant Scholarship Foundation is to honor and preserve the enduring legacy of Lincoln-Grant School and William Grant High School by investing in the educational future of generations to come.
Through scholarships, community support, and the preservation of our shared history, we seek to open doors of opportunity for deserving students, encourage academic achievement, and inspire them to build lives of purpose and service.
We honor the past by creating opportunities for the future.
Our Legacy
1866 — The Beginning
Lincoln School opens in Covington, Kentucky, beginning a long tradition of providing educational opportunities for African American children in the community.
A Growing Legacy — William Grant High School
As educational opportunities expanded, William Grant High School became an important center of learning and community life. Generations of students passed through its doors, supported by dedicated teachers, families, and neighbors who believed in the power of education.
Generations Educated
For more than a century, Lincoln School and William Grant High School helped shape the lives of young people in Covington. Their influence extended beyond the classroom, fostering achievement, perseverance, leadership, and a strong sense of community.
1976 — A Chapter Closes
The Lincoln-Grant school era came to an end in 1976, but the relationships, accomplishments, and values developed there continued through its former students, educators, families, and community.
2017 — The Legacy Becomes a Mission
Former students and others connected to the Lincoln-Grant community established the Lincoln/William Grant Scholarship Foundation to ensure that the school's commitment to education would continue benefiting future generations.
Today — The Legacy Continues
Today, the Foundation carries that legacy forward through scholarships, educational opportunity, and the preservation of Lincoln-Grant's history.
Every scholarship awarded becomes another chapter in a story that began more than a century ago.
1866 → Education Begins → Generations Inspired → 1976 → 2017 Foundation Established → Today & Beyond
Carrying the Legacy Forward
The values that shaped generations of Lincoln-Grant students continue to guide our work today. We honor that legacy by turning remembrance into opportunity—helping students pursue their education, achieve their goals, and build a foundation for their future.
PRESERVE THE LEGACY
INVEST IN EDUCATION
BUILD FOR THE FUTURE
Remembering where we came from.
We preserve and celebrate the history, accomplishments, and enduring spirit of Lincoln School and William Grant High School so that their contributions to our community are never forgotten.
Creating opportunities for students.
Through our scholarship programs, we provide financial assistance to deserving students as they pursue college and other educational opportunities.
Ensuring the mission continues.
Through responsible stewardship, fundraising, and community support, we are building a strong financial foundation capable of providing educational opportunities for generations to come.
Scholarships = Mission in Action
Our Impact
A Legacy That Continues to Make a Difference
What began as a commitment to preserve the Lincoln-Grant legacy has become an investment in the educational futures of students.
Every scholarship awarded represents another opportunity created and another chapter added to our story.
2017 Foundation Established
3 Scholarship Programs
$50,000 in Scholarships Awarded
50 Students Supported
The Legacy Continues
The students who once walked the halls of Lincoln School and William Grant High School carried with them dreams, determination, and a belief in the power of education. That same spirit lives on in the scholars we support today.
Though the classrooms have changed and new generations have taken their place, the purpose remains the same—to open doors through education and give students the opportunity to build a brighter future.
Their journey continues through every student we help succeed.
Our History
From 1866 to 1976, Lincoln-Grant School, William Grant High School, and their precursor institutions stood as pillars of learning for African American students in Covington. In an era of limited opportunity, these schools nurtured hope, excellence, and determination—shaping generations of students who went on to serve, lead, and uplift their communities in countless ways.
Moved by the enduring legacy of these historic institutions and inspired by the achievements of their alumni, The Lincoln/William Grant Scholarship Foundation, Inc. was established in the spring of 2017. Founded by former students, graduates, and devoted affiliates, the Foundation exists to honor the past while investing in the future—extending educational opportunities to new generations and ensuring that the spirit of Lincoln and William Grant continues to inspire lives for years to come.
