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Current Awardees: Brandon, Jasmin, Nekichwey

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Current Awardee: Yanery

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Cade Morrow knew what it took to get an education without much money behind you. After his father died, his mother, Josephine, became a practical nurse, and against all odds, as able to support the family and help him go on to complete his education.

The Cade L. Morrow Scholarship was established to support a student in the field of law who shares that kind of beginning. Cade hopes the recipient will devote a sizable amount of their professional time, including pro bono work, to defending the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.

The scholarship is one of three that Cade created at Point Foundation, along with the Josephine Ruth Cespiva Morrow Scholarship and the James Willard Gilpin Scholarship.

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Current Awardees: Ariel, Avery, Destini, Jennifer, Jeremy, Jonas, Keegan, Onyinyechi, Red, Thomas, Zarina

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Current Awardees: Anthony, Bella, CK, Evan, Evelyn, Hector, Jaquel, Lucille, Madisson, PJ, Rin, Roberto

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Current Awardees: Isabella, Emma, Jared

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Current Awardees: Babu, Tamish

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The Elliott Mitchell and Clark West Scholarship is endowed at Point Foundation to support students studying medicine at the University of South Carolina Medical School. Longtime supporters of Point,

Elliott and Clark established this scholarship to advance the mission of Point to create leaders in career fields and communities. They began their relationship with Point in 2018 creating The Patti Sue Mathis Point Scholarship. Patti Sue took her life at age 22 conflicted by her sexual orientation. The scholarship provides student housing for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies.

Elliott and Clark also endowed four scholarships at their alma mater, The University of Alabama, over the years to support LGBTQ+ students and allies. The University and Point work together to locate applicants meeting the requirements of the scholarships. Students majoring in Accounting, Business, Gender and Race Studies, and Theatre/Dance qualify for the scholarships.

In their words…”after years of searching for an organization committed to equality and academic excellence, we found our home; we strongly support the staff and programs at Point and plan additional scholarships as part of our legacy gift.

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The Ernesto Molina Memorial Scholarship was established through Point Foundation to honor the life and legacy of Ernesto Lopez Molina, Jr.

Ernesto lived his life with boundless enthusiasm and joyous conviction. He was born on April 15, 1954, in Tucson, Arizona, and began his inquisitive, occasionally mischievous pursuit of knowledge and adventure amid the rugged beauty and diverse wildlife of the saguaro-blessed desert. There, his love of nature, history, music, and friendship took root.

Ernesto graduated cum laude in history from Yale University in 1976. After earning an MA from The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, he served six years with the U.S. Department of State and formed a lifelong attachment to Peru.

As an openly gay man, Ernesto faced resistance at the State Department in the early years of the Reagan administration. He resigned in 1984 and moved to San Francisco. He went on to work as a probation officer with the Contra Costa County Probation Department, where he built rich friendships with colleagues and, over time, received numerous commendations for his work in the community. He also volunteered as a mediator with California Community Dispute Services and served on the City of El Cerrito Human Rights Commission.

His commitment to law and social justice led him to study at Golden Gate University School of Law while continuing his work as a probation officer. He thrived in both.

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Current Awardees: Lukas, Nic

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Current Awardee: Jordan

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Graduate by Hilton is rooted in the belief that we are all students. Across its 35 hotels in the US and UK, each property brings local stories and campus traditions to life through one-of-a-kind experiences that celebrate the spirit of college life.

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Current Awardees: Letty, Saivion

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I’ve always believed that having someone in your corner can change what you see as possible for yourself. It can give you the confidence to dream bigger and go after it. My involvement with Point has only deepened that belief. That’s why I support this scholarship: to help LGBTQ+ and ally students know that there are people in their corner, rooting for them and believing in everything they can become. I have so much hope for this next generation and all that they will accomplish. -- Hillary Super

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The Jackson Hicks Scholarship was established with Point Foundation to celebrate the life and legacy of Jackson Hicks, a renowned Houston event planner and caterer who spent his career redefining the art of gracious entertaining. After beginning at Neiman Marcus and later Richards Wines, he founded Jackson and Company in 1981, which grew into one of the nation's most respected special events and catering firms, serving The White House, Buckingham Palace, and Houston's first families over 35 years. 

Beyond his professional achievements, Jackson was known for mentoring hundreds of young people in the art of gracious service, something he considered among his most important legacies, and for a lifetime of philanthropic generosity, including more than 30 years as a trustee of the Houston Grand Opera and his leadership of The Names Project Foundation.

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Cade Morrow knew what it took to get an education without much money behind you. After his father died, his mother, Josephine, became a practical nurse, and against all odds, as able to support the family and help him go on to complete his education.

The James Willard Gilpin Scholarship was established to support a student who shares that kind of beginning. The scholarship is one of three that Cade created at Point Foundation, along with the Cade L. Morrow Scholarship and the Josephine Ruth Cespiva Morrow Scholarship.

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Current Awardee: Addison

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The John S. Knudsen Scholarship was established to help a student of merit reach their academic goals and dreams. Preference is given to Point Scholars studying fine arts, architecture, or urban planning.

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Cade Morrow knew what it took to get an education without much money behind you. After his father died, his mother, Josephine, became a practical nurse, and against all odds, as able to support the family and help him go on to complete his education.

The Josephine Ruth Cespiva Morrow Scholarship was established to support a student who shares that kind of beginning. The scholarship is one of three that Cade created at Point Foundation, along with the Cade L. Morrow Scholarship and the James Willard Gilpin Scholarship.

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Karen D. Rappaport has been a professor at both two year and four year colleges. She knows how much a two year degree can change the lives and dreams of students.

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Kevin Hummer was a Libra, born October 13, 1962. He grew up mostly in Arizona and Palm Springs, and spent his adult life in Los Angeles. He made his living as a print designer and was seen by many as an arbiter of taste, but his most creative creation was himself, as he was a true self creation. Like so many gay boys growing up in suburbia Kevin felt he was not seen as a kid. Kevin knew early that he was gay and neither he, nor his family, had the ability acknowledge it or to embrace it.

It was in college that Kevin began to recreate himself and begin pursuing a life in the creative arts. He graduated in 1983 from Arizona State University, took his MFA and went directly to Los Angeles. By then, he had embraced New Wave (and with it the Flock of Seagulls hairdo) and all the self expression the 80’s had to offer. He was quick-witted, sharp, funny and loved a good time. His sense of style was impeccable and as he achieved more success, it became his signature. He would eventually open his own print design shop, beginning in his Hollywood apartment, then move into the historic art deco Wiltern Theatre and Pellissier building in Los Angeles.

He named his company Bold Face Design and delighted in the pun and in the abbreviation: BFD. He was known for his bright, explosive color palette, his favorite color was certainly lime green. He also loved museums, going out, Popeye’s chicken, cocktails at Neiman’s, flea markets, music, travel, gardening, his dog, DuPont, and his friends.

He rarely entertained but was the most sought after of dinner guests, always arriving with some variation of champagne, vodka, orchids and Godiva Chocolates. His classically modern home in the Hollywood Hills was a pure distillation of his aesthetic — everything beautiful and just so — chosen to be part of part of one of his collections or to shock, amuse or give comfort. Whatever the reason, it all had to meet his exceptionally high design criteria.
He collected friends much the same way: each person in his life had something special to offer Kevin and in turn, he offered his friends something truly unique. Kevin died in the final days of 2006, at 43, after fighting cancer for two and a half years. He had spent much time contemplating what to do at the end of his life with all he had accumulated. He wanted to create something to leave behind — something that could have helped someone like him growing up.

Current Awardee: Robyn

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The Larry Hyer Scholarship was established by its namesake, Larry Hyer, to support worthy LGBTQ+ students in earning a community college degree. For Larry, the reason is simple: “Offering scholarships to is the right thing to do if one has the means.”

Larry served three and a half years in the U.S. Air Force, from 1966 to 1970. When he left the service, he went to college on the GI Bill. With that help and a part-time job, he earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of South Carolina in Columbia. Now he is offering that same kind of support to the next generation of students.

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At Linde, we believe everyone deserves the chance to dream big and be limitless. We are proud to partner with Point Foundation to expand opportunities for students, support their educational journeys, and empower them to turn their ambitions into meaningful impact.

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Marilyn Lamkay established the Marilyn Lamkay Scholarship through Point Foundation because she knows from firsthand experience how much a door held open can change a life. She went to a city supported college that charged no tuition, and opportunity that shaped her future. An activist and leader in the LGBTQ+ community for many years, Marilyn is paying her gratitude forward, investing in the community she believes in so strongly, and helping the next generation of leaders get the same chance she had.

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The Miami Beach Pride Angels Program Scholarship was created from a simple belief: every LGBTQ+ young person should have the opportunity to pursue higher education and build a future where they can thrive. Established by Miami Beach Pride in partnership with Point Foundation in 2017, the program’s namesake honors the community members and allies who have served as “angels” to LGBTQ+ youth by providing encouragement and support when it is needed most. Through scholarships and leadership development, the Angels Program carries that spirit forward by investing in the next generation and giving young LGBTQ+ people the opportunity to shape their own futures. When we invest in them, we invest in the future of our entire community. To learn more about the Angels Program or become an Angel donor, visit: miamibeachpride.com/angels-program

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PA is supporting our Community College and Access programs.

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Current Awardees: Briana, Sarah

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Phylis I. Burman and Karen D. Rappaport met over 50 years ago while teaching at a community college. They endowed a scholarship to continue the educational aspirations of future generations.

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GUIDED BY GOALS. GROWING WITH PURPOSE.

We view capital as a force for good – our relationship with you begins with understanding your goals, priorities, values, and extends beyond managing returns to helping your wealth work intentionally. We believe wealth should do more than grow; it should be a tool to support your life, your vision, and the communities you care about.

By choosing Pierstone, you align with a firm that reinvests time, resources, and leadership back into the community. The dollars you entrust to us help power initiatives, partnerships, and causes that strengthen the places where we live and work – so your success contributes to something larger than a balance sheet.

Headquartered in New York City, the firm serves clients nationwide – transforming financial management into a catalyst for personal fulfillment and social change, and ensuring wealth becomes a powerful expression of clients' values and aspirations.

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Every student deserves to pursue an education with the support and encouragement they need to thrive. By investing in LGBTQIA+ scholars through the Point Foundation, we know that we are not just providing financial support, but telling them that we value their potential and want them to succeed.

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Rand’s passion was people. Whether it was family, friends, colleagues, acquaintances or people in need that he never met, Rand was always looking to better the lives of others. Throughout his life, Rand generously affected people’s lives with a style and grace that came effortlessly from his heart.

From an early age, Rand worked diligently helping to build the family business, Solgar Vitamins and Herb Company, into a household name for those who demanded integrity and high quality in nutraceuticals. After years of working alongside his father and successfully expanding the company across the United States, Rand became the youngest CEO in the natural products industry. Within 10 years, Rand opened operations in over 42 countries, and Solgar Vitamin and Herb became the number one supplement brand in the United Kingdom.

Beginning in 2002, together with his partner Terrence Meck, Rand helped revitalize the diverse community of New Hope, PA by restoring such institutions as The Raven and creating new destinations like The Nevermore Hotel.

Both The Raven and The Nevermore quickly became a tourist destination for LGBT travelers from around the globe and also served as a Community Center for Bucks County, helping to raise awareness and funds for dozens of local and national charities.

In March of 2008, Rand was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer and died 4 months later on the morning of July 4th. Although he passed away at the young age of 50, his legacy lives on through the work of The Palette Fund, a foundation dedicated to his memory that has a large focus on LGBTQ+ Youth. Rand believed in the potential of our youth to help lead us toward a more compassionate and just future. The Palette Fund, like Rand, supports young people as they explore careers in philanthropy and service to the LGBTQ+ community and we are very excited to honor Rand’s commitment to education with the Rand Skolnick Point Scholarship.

Current Awardee: Tracey

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Current Awardee: Eric 

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Learn more about The Richard W. Kadel and Carl F. Gerhardt, Jr. Scholarship.

Current Awardees: Andrew, Colin

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Current Awardee: Alex, Antoinette, Nancy

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Current Awardee: Kimberly

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Current Awardee: Joe

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Current Awardee: JT

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Current Awardee: Amy

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Current Awardee: Sarah, Tabitha

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Victoria's Secret & Co. has been a steadfast champion of Point Foundation's mission, generously supporting scholarships for woman-identified students pursuing their higher education goals. Since 2021, their investment has directly helped 380 Point Scholars access the resources, mentorship, and community they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond. This partnership reflects Victoria's Secret & Co.'s deep commitment to empowering women and fostering opportunities for post-secondary education.

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The W. Davidson Tenney Scholarship honors David Tenney, a passionate reader who co-founded the iconic Dupont Circle bookstore and café Kramerbooks and Afterwords in 1976 and later became its sole proprietor. For more than 40 years, he took pride in recommending books to generations of Washingtonians, diplomats and government agencies, always with a wry, irreverent humor all his own. A graduate of the University of Virginia, David shared 58 years with his partner and spouse, Dr. Constantine D. Kyropoulos. He died in January 2025 at age 80, and this scholarship carries forward his love of reading, ideas, and the power of education.

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The Walter M. Decker Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Walter Decker, an accomplished radiologist, who lived simply but wanted others to benefit from his success.

Dr. Decker was inspired by Point Scholars who have had the courage to present themselves honestly to the world. He did not feel free to do the same until late in his life, but felt that by supporting Point Foundation, he could help others overcome the prejudice and discrimination he had feared at their age. Education had transformed his own life, and he believed his support would do the same for others by opening doors to education and opportunity.

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At Wells Fargo, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to pursue their educational goals and realize their full potential. Through scholarships, community investments, and strategic partnerships, we are committed to access to higher education, supporting student success, and helping create pathways to economic mobility and lifelong opportunity.

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The Win Zolcover Scholarship was established in loving memory of Win Zolcover, who passed away from progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a form of parkinsonism. Win touched the lives of everyone who knew him, and his memory is honored in the poem “Still There” by James Bonarto:

Why do we care?
Why should we care?
Do we even notice
what it means to be there
We ask, “What is caring?”
Is it walking through days that unravel the soul,
searching for answers that never quite show,
bearing a weight that no one else knows?

No.
Caring is quieter.
Softer.
Truer.

It's when you lovingly caress his head and lightly kiss him so that he feels your warm embrace. Caring is you catching his fall, how can one stand without your hand.

What is love without care? Does he even know you're there? Yes he feels you in the air, through your breaths he knows you're there. Yes, care is when you're there.

What do you see in his eyes? Looking back throughout the time, remembering that he's still here, scattered atop the terrace among the white hydrangeas, till his last breath, yes, you're still there.

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