Name Scholarship Highlights
Named
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Rotchy AugustinList Item 2
BS Nursing & BSBA Management
Barry University - Miami Shores, FL
Art Huskey and Herman Philips Memorial Scholarship
Hometown - Ottawa, Ontario
"I sincerely appreciate your support and generosity - both of which are helping me move my life towards furthering my academic development. I’ve come a very long way with my identity & expression, being a gay male is not a label but a piece of my heart and soul. "
I can only hope that you truly understand the reach and the impact of your efforts. Your contributions are so much more than a charitable gift. You’re sending a lifeline to Gay males going against statistics and beating the odds stacked against them. You are an essential part of fostering positive change and social wellness in our community.
Once again, thank you for your genuine kindness and selflessness. You’ve made a world of difference."
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Chase BennettList Item 3
B.A.S. Applied Health Sciences
Eastern Florida State College - Cocoa, FL
Clark Trust Scholarship
Hometown - Satellite Beach, Florida
"Being gay in a small, conservative town meant learning early on what it feels like to be “othered.” I faced slurs, bullying, and subtle exclusions that chipped away at my self-worth. But I fought back with purpose. In high school, I took that pain to the floor of the Florida House of Representatives, where I stood alone and defended a bill I wrote calling for anti-discrimination protections. People shouted me down, but I didn’t walk away.
That experience lit the fire for what became a lasting commitment to LGBTQ+ advocacy—one I carried with me to Penn, where I led the Wharton Alliance and worked with nonprofits to expand access and support for underserved communities. Over time, I realized my voice could go even further in medicine—by becoming a doctor who affirms every patient’s identity and experience. I’m now studying biomedical sciences so I can provide competent, compassionate care and help close the health equity gap LGBTQ+ people face every day. Discrimination tried to quiet me, but it only made me louder and more determined to serve others who’ve been silenced."
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Joe ServidioList Item 4
Juris Doctor
Yale Law School - New Haven, CT
Robin McDonald Memorial Scholarship
2nd Gamma Mu Scholarship
Hometown - Belleview, New Jersey
"I wouldn't be alive today without the support of the gay community. When my parents kicked me out of the house at 15, I relied on gay friends for places to sleep, food to eat, and reminders that life will get better. When faced with adversity, it is easy to close off and become overly reliant on your individual power. Fortunately for me, out of necessity, I have recognized the importance and impact of community support.
Unfortunately, LGBTQ youth, particularly those growing up like I did, continue to disproportionally suffer from unstable access to healthcare, housing, and community safety. The complexity and depth of these problems can feel overwhelming and isolating. When this happens, I remember the Drag performers who let me sleep behind the stage at their venues. I remember the many all-nighters I spent at Georgetown's library, unable to close out of the archival footage documenting LGBTQ and HIV activism in the 1980s. I am reminded that in the face of conflict, oppression, and disease, the LGBTQ community has a long history of standing together and fighting back. With that motivation, I continue to fight for the community that has saved my life."
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Despina Drosinos
Bachelor of Anthropology
College of the Holy Cross - Worcester, MA
Phil Papel Memorial Scholarship - LGBTQ+
Hometown - Worcester, MA
"Oftentimes, questions like this create the temptation to share something inspiring. Truthfully, however, unacceptance by those close to me has only created challenges in my life. My parents' queerphobia means I always have to think about their access to my life; their presence means I cannot fully present the way I desire, share stories with them about my queer friends, or live in housing that aligns with my gender. Every school break, I hide my LGBTQ books and trans tape in the depths of my closet, return to presenting as a woman, and brace myself for constant misgendering for the first time in weeks.
Right now, I am dreading returning home for the summer with almost no support in my hometown. It is difficult to reconcile our otherwise good relationship with their insistence that I cannot know myself. Although it is easier at the moment because I am "out" on campus, living with my parents, and previously being surrounded by deeply queerphobic friends made my life miserable; I was depressed, suicidal, and regularly experienced panic attacks for years. The only thing my parents' unacceptance has changed about me is that it has made me afraid of the people who are supposed to love me the most."
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Dylan Riley
Medicine
Ohio State University - College of Medicine - Columbus, OH
Folisi and Goodwin Scholarship in Memory of Ray Williams - LGBTQ+
Hometown - Snoqualmie, Washington
"I am truly honored and deeply grateful to receive the Folisi and Goodwin Scholarship in memory of Ray Williams. This scholarship means so much more than financial support—it is a powerful reminder of the strength, resilience, and kindness of the community that has paved the way before me.
Knowing that the Foundation believes in me and my journey fills me with hope and determination to work even harder toward my dreams. I will carry the spirit of Ray Williams' legacy with me as I move forward, and I promise to honor this gift by giving back whenever I can.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity and belief in my potential. This support lifts me up more than words can express.
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Myles Chapman
Sophomore Honors Business Finance Major
Morehouse College – Atlanta, GA
Cliff Pettit Founders Award (Inaugural)
2nd Gamma Mu Scholarship
Hometown - Aurora, Colorado
“I am very thankful to receive a scholarship from the Gamma Mu Foundation,” wrote Myles. It has made it easier for me to afford my college education as a first-generation college student, especially at a prestigious school like Morehouse College, a historically black college (HBCU) in Atlanta. It has uplifted me being a gay person of color because frequently my community is underrepresented. Through ADODI (the college's LGBTQ+ organization), I work with my peers to advocate for the LGBTQ+ community at Morehouse. This is especially important being at an all male school where toxic masculinity and homophobia are constantly being upheld. 30 years ago openly gay students were unheard of at Morehouse."
Myles is a honors student at Morehouse College and an executive board member of Morehouse ADODI, and continues to make an impact through advocacy, leadership, and public service. As the organization's social media manager, he works alongside peers to promote visibility and support for LGBTQ+ students at an institution where toxic masculinity and homophobia remain persistent challenges.
In addition to his outstanding academic work at Morehouse, Myles has taken part in several prestigious opportunities. In March, he attended the 2025 Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) Mentorship & Leadership Conference in New Brunswick and New York City as a Jackie Robinson Scholar. There, he connected with peers from across the country, engaged with leaders in law and public policy, including Tonya Lewis Lee, and visited the headquarters of Major League Baseball, a proud JRF sponsor.
This summer, as a Sachs Foundation Scholar, Myles participated in the University of Bristol’s Arts, Activism & Social Justice program in England. From June 15 to July 5, he worked with fellow scholars, local activists, and community leaders to explore how art, literature, and performance drive social change.
Alongside studies, Myles is interning with the Colorado Attorney General’s Office in the Department of Community Engagement, supporting initiatives that reflect his long-term commitment to public service and advocacy.
