Our Mission Matters

Empowering students through scholarships in honor of Barber Gibbs' legacy and supporting their academic aspirations.

A group of children sitting in a row on a concrete step, each holding a booklet. The children are wearing a school uniform of green checked dresses, with the exception of one child wearing a blue and orange t-shirt. They are seated outside a school building with a brown and yellow exterior.
A group of children sitting in a row on a concrete step, each holding a booklet. The children are wearing a school uniform of green checked dresses, with the exception of one child wearing a blue and orange t-shirt. They are seated outside a school building with a brown and yellow exterior.
A multi-story brick building with large windows, labeled 'School of Education', is framed by green foliage and yellow flowers in the foreground. The building features modern architectural lines with a series of stacked, protruding window sections.
A multi-story brick building with large windows, labeled 'School of Education', is framed by green foliage and yellow flowers in the foreground. The building features modern architectural lines with a series of stacked, protruding window sections.
A large group of children sitting on the floor in a school gymnasium, watching a projected video on a screen at the front. The ceiling features exposed beams and fluorescent lights. A basketball hoop is visible above the stage. The children are wearing colorful clothing, and some sit on jackets or blankets.
A large group of children sitting on the floor in a school gymnasium, watching a projected video on a screen at the front. The ceiling features exposed beams and fluorescent lights. A basketball hoop is visible above the stage. The children are wearing colorful clothing, and some sit on jackets or blankets.

Legacy

Honoring Barber Gibbs through scholarships and educational support for students.

Colorful letters arranged to spell 'students' against a bright yellow background. Each letter is decorated with different patterns, such as polka dots, stripes, and checkered designs.
Colorful letters arranged to spell 'students' against a bright yellow background. Each letter is decorated with different patterns, such as polka dots, stripes, and checkered designs.
A classroom filled with young students wearing uniforms in shades of green and blue. The walls are adorned with chalkboards and posters, and natural light filters through a window. The students are seated at wooden desks, some are smiling while others look attentive.
A classroom filled with young students wearing uniforms in shades of green and blue. The walls are adorned with chalkboards and posters, and natural light filters through a window. The students are seated at wooden desks, some are smiling while others look attentive.
A group of young students in uniform are walking up a flight of stairs. They are wearing white dresses with red and white striped ties, carrying flowers in their hands. The background features a stone wall and sunlight casting shadows on the steps.
A group of young students in uniform are walking up a flight of stairs. They are wearing white dresses with red and white striped ties, carrying flowers in their hands. The background features a stone wall and sunlight casting shadows on the steps.
A large group of young children are standing together outdoors, each holding a certificate. The children are dressed in school uniforms consisting of blue and white shirts, vests, and skirts or pants. They are standing in rows, with greenery in the background, suggesting a garden or outdoor area.
A large group of young children are standing together outdoors, each holding a certificate. The children are dressed in school uniforms consisting of blue and white shirts, vests, and skirts or pants. They are standing in rows, with greenery in the background, suggesting a garden or outdoor area.
A group of children in school uniforms sit attentively in a classroom setting. The wooden desks and a chalkboard with writing in the background suggest a typical classroom environment. The children appear focused on someone or something outside the frame.
A group of children in school uniforms sit attentively in a classroom setting. The wooden desks and a chalkboard with writing in the background suggest a typical classroom environment. The children appear focused on someone or something outside the frame.

Customer Feedback

Read what our supporters say about our scholarship programs and impact.

The Barber Gibbs Dream Memorial Scholarship changed my life and helped me succeed.

Jordan Smith
A group of children in school uniforms are animatedly raising their hands, possibly in a classroom setting. They are wearing matching brown uniforms with red and white scarves and headbands.
A group of children in school uniforms are animatedly raising their hands, possibly in a classroom setting. They are wearing matching brown uniforms with red and white scarves and headbands.

Springfield

This scholarship provided me with the opportunity to pursue my dreams and education.

A close-up of a graduation gown with a gold stole that has an emblem at the center. Two colored cords, one blue and one gold, are draped over the gown. The gown also features a patch on the right side.
A close-up of a graduation gown with a gold stole that has an emblem at the center. Two colored cords, one blue and one gold, are draped over the gown. The gown also features a patch on the right side.
Emily Davis

Hometown

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