Why Eustressin’
Scholarship

Investing in the next generation of

culturally competent healers.

Our Story

Since 2019, Eustress Inc. has awarded 19 scholarships to Black male graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in mental health. This scholarship was born from a simple truth: our communities cannot heal if there is no one who looks like us, sounds like us, and understands us sitting in the room.

The Why Eustressin’ Scholarship is not just financial support — it is a declaration that your presence in this field matters, that your story is a clinical asset, and that Bertie County and communities like it are investing in you before you ever walk through a door.

Each year, we present this scholarship at the Mental Health Awareness Gala. Recipients join a growing network of clinicians, advocates, and healers who are changing what mental health care looks like in Black and underserved communities.

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19+

Awarded Scholarships

2019

Sept. 12, 2026

Year Founded

Gala Presentation

You May Be Eligible If You:

Currently enrolled in a graduate-level mental health program

Committed to serving Black and underserved communities

Black male-identifying

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

Submissions after this date will not be considered

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Complete the application below to be considered for the Why Eustressin' Scholarship.

SECTION 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION

Full Legal Name

Preffered Name (if different)

Phone

City & State of Residence

Current Age

SECTION 2: ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Current Institution

Degree & Field of Study

Degree Level

Expected Graduation Year

Current GPA (optional)

Enrollment Status

Full-Time

Part-Time

SECTION 3: YOUR STORY

Why are you pursuing a career in mental health?

Describe a moment — personal or professional — when you witnessed the impact of mental health stigma in your community. How did it shape the work you want to do?

What does “eustress” — good stress that pushes you toward growth — look like in your life right now?

SECTION 4: COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL COMMITMENT

How do you plan to serve Black and underserved communities in your clinical or professional practice?

Are you currently involved in any community service, mentorship, or advocacy work? If yes, describe briefly.

SECTION 5: FINANCIAL NEED (OPTIONAL)

Please share anything about your financial situation you’d like the selection committee to consider.

SECTION 6: SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Please upload your current resume or CV.

Please provide the name and email address of one professional or academic reference.

SECTION 7: FINAL ATTESTATION

I confirm that all information provided in this application is accurate and complete.

I understand that this scholarship is intended for Black male-identifying graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in mental health-related fields.

How did you hear about the Why Eustressin' Scholarship?