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Congratulations to our 2022 Scholarship Winners

We're excited to present the winners of our 2022 Kattie M. Wills Trailblazer Scholarship.


Bishop Samuel Duncan Jr. of Lansing Church of God in Christ & Cathy Morgan – Divine Connection founder pose with photo of Kattie M. Wills and scholarship winners (L-R): Sierra Boyer, David Ferguson II & Naylen Saunders

Earlier this year, we introduced the Kattie M. Wills Trailblazer Scholarship. Divine Connection established the scholarship fund to honor the legacy of Mother Kattie M. Wills, a pillar in the Lansing, Michigan community, and a strong supporter of education.


Each year, Divine Connection intends to award up to $500 in scholarships to high school seniors or students currently enrolled in college who plan to continue their education at an accredited college, university, or technical school. Applicants are selected based on their academic achievement, financial need, and other eligibility requirements. After reviewing all of this year's applications, the Kattie M. Wills Trailblazer Scholarship Committee selected four scholarship award winners:


  • Sierra Bouyer – Sierra is starting her first semester at Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia, this fall and plans to study Writing.

  • David Ferguson II – David is graduating from East Lansing High School and will pursue a Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems this fall.

  • Naylen Saunders – Naylen currently attends Hampton University and is pursuing a Master's in Architecture.

  • Za'Mani Roper – Za'Mani is graduating from Sexton High School and will pursue a Bachelor' degree in Industrial Design.


The Scholarship Committee would like to thank all of this year's applicants for taking the time to apply for this year's scholarship award, and we wish you much success in your future endeavors. We also would like to thank our donors for supporting Divine Connection in our mission to provide opportunities for the next generation.


Applications for the 2023 award will be available on January 1, 2023. The application deadline is April 15, 2023, and winners will be announced on May 1, 2023. Students interested in applying can find more details regarding the scholarship program here.


We accept donations year-round if you would like to support the Katie M. Wills Trailblazer Scholarship program. You may donate online by clicking the button below and selecting "Katie M. Wills Trailblazer Scholarship" from the dropdown.



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