The Deric Dowd Scholarship is being established in honor of my son, Deric Dowd. He was a native of Baltimore who was dedicated to studying areas of counselling. It was his dream to provide support and to assist individuals in their struggles. He was passionate and persistent in his pursuit to help others.  Deric’s unexpected and unfortunate passing in 2020 significantly impacted his family and friends. The family decided to turn this tragedy into triumph by establishing this scholarship in his honor, allowing his spirit to love on.

• You must be a senior graduating from a Baltimore City public high school;
• self-identity as African American male; and
• intend to pursue studies in Psychology (Counseling) at an accredited institution.