Frances M. Franklin Scholarship Program

Thank you to everyone who attended the 35th Annual Frances M. Franklin Scholarship and Protégé Luncheon: Resiliency Is Our Power with keynote speaker Congresswoman Shontel M. Brown. A dedicated public servant and advocate for equity, Brown represents Ohio's 11th Congressional District and is committed to uplifting communities through leadership, policy and service. Her work focuses on expanding economic opportunities, strengthening education, and ensuring social justice. 

Frances M. Franklin Scholarship Program

The Black American Council oversees the awarding of student scholarships through the Frances M. Franklin Scholarship Fund. The scholarship honors the memory of Frances Mason Franklin, a Cleveland educator and former Tri-C faculty member. Every spring, the Council hosts the Frances M. Franklin Scholarship Luncheon where scholarships of various amounts are awarded. Contributions to the Frances M. Franklin Scholarship Fund can be made through the Tri-C Foundation. Proceeds from these donations support the education of deserving Tri-C students.