$130K+
Awarded in Scholarships
60+ Years
of Educational Investment
$3,000
Awarded annually
Meet our
2026 DUOF Scholarship recipients
NajdhMychel Oyson
Rainier Beach High School
C/O 2026
Attending: North Carolina Central University
Major: Political Science (Theory Concentration), Pre-Law Track
Virgo Fields
Garfield High School / Spring Academy
C/O 2026
Attending: Clark Atlanta University
Major: Political Science (Theory Concentration), Pre-Law Track
"This scholarship helps take a financial burden off my family so I can focus on my education and the full college experience."
"Receiving this scholarship means a lot to me because it is not just financial help, but it is also an investment towards my future..."
A Legacy of Education
​​Since the 1960s, the Delta Upsilon Omega Chapter has raised funds to support young women pursuing higher education. In 2007, the Dynamic Urban Opportunities Foundation (DUOF) was established to formalize and expand this work.​
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Together, the chapter and foundation have awarded more than $130,000 in scholarships, supporting generations of students as they begin their college journeys. Today, DUOF continues this proud tradition by awarding two $3,000 scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors in King County
Previous DUOF Scholarship Recipients
2025
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Simone Berry — Franklin High School → Loyola Marymount University
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Mariette Jones — Holy Names Academy → Clark Atlanta University
2024
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Nevaeh Bryant — Garfield High School → Seattle University
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Rosalinda Lindsey — Foster High School → Spelman College
2023
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Dayanara Almon — The Northwest School → University of Southern California
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Erin Howard — Seattle Preparatory School → Wellesley College
2022
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Mia Josephine Pickett → Pitzer College
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Saniya Sampson → Spelman College
2021
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Karetina Fekade-Tessema — Mt. Rainier High School → Stanford University
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Abigail Lindo — Raisbeck Aviation High School → Howard University
2020
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Gianni C. White — Thomas Jefferson High School → Howard University
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Erica Ijeoma — West Seattle High School → University of Washington
2019
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Praises Orji — Thomas Jefferson High School → University of Washington
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Nejat Ali — Seattle Academy → Pitzer College
2018
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Kyla Marks — Raisbeck Aviation High School →Washington State University
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Tresai McCarver — Kentridge High School → Western Oregon University
Scholarship Info
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
Each year, the Dynamic Urban Opportunities Foundation awards:
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Two (2) scholarships
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$3,000 per recipient
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Funds may be used toward tuition, fees, or educational expenses at an accredited college or university
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must:
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Identify as a female of African descent
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Be a graduating high school senior
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Maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA
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Reside in King County
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Plan to enroll in an accredited college or university
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Fall
Scholarship Application Opens
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April 1st
Application Deadline
Spring
Scholarship Recipients Announced
Community Outreach
Each year, the Dynamic Urban Opportunities Foundation participates in local college expos to engage directly with students and families. This event allows us to share information about our scholarship program, answer questions, and encourage young women to pursue higher education opportunities.
Through this annual outreach, DUOF remains committed to meeting students where they are and expanding access to educational resources across King County.
DUOF representatives at the Black College Expo, Rainier Beach High School
DUOF representatives at the Black College Expo, Rainier Beach High School
DUOF representatives at the Black College Expo, Rainier Beach High School
DUOF representatives at the Black College Expo, Rainier Beach High School