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2025 Patterson HBCU Scholars Announced!

The Patterson HBCU Scholarship started in 2024 as a collaboration between world-renowned author James Patterson and the Carson…

Scholar Spotlight: Isaac Olvera

Isaac Olvera is a 2-time Carson Scholar who continues to excel year after year. Isaac, an exceptional student…

Scholar Spotlight: Sydney Cummings

With a passion for leadership and a heart for service, Sydney Cummings, a 2024 Carson Scholar from St.…

Beyond Books: The Lasting Impact of a Ben Carson Reading Room

A reading room is more than just a cozy place to read. It’s designed to spark innovative and…

Welcome to CSF Elizabeth Wesdock

Elizabeth recently joined the Carson Scholars Fund staff as a Scholarship Program Coordinator.  She is hitting the ground…

Creativity Shines Bright: Carson Scholars’ First-Ever Holiday Art Contest Unveils Stunning Talent!

This summer, after hearing feedback from our scholars about their love of art, the CSF held its first…