The Ray Charles Foundation Scholarship

The Ray Charles Foundation Scholarship was created in 2019 to enhance the educational benefits of diversity at ArtCenter by providing support to students in any major at ArtCenter who demonstrate both financial need and academic merit, with a preference for those from underrepresented backgrounds.

“There is no challenge too great one cannot overcome.” Ray Charles.

Ray Charles was equipped with a keen sensibility to the needs of others, and he understood deeply the difference between handicap and potential. This, together with his selfless generosity motivated him to make contributions, often anonymously, to help fund cochlear implants for those who could not afford the operation. Shortly thereafter he began supporting educational institutions for those who could not afford an education. His passionate commitment b to philanthropy underscores his approach to creativity and performance style: It is his quiet force that has led The Ray Charles Foundation to be at the forefront of generous multimillion dollars contributions and donations to various institutions across the United States in his name.