The Kayla Spivey 4ever Sixteen Scholarship

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The Kayla Spivey 4ever Sixteen Scholarship was established to honor the life and enduring spirit of Kayla Spivey. Kayla was a vibrant, driven, and compassionate young girl whose life was tragically cut short due to gun and domestic violence at the age of 16. Though her time was brief, Kayla left a lasting impact on her family, friends, and community- remembered for her leadership, resilience, and unwavering commitment to creating a better world.

This $1,600 scholarship is awarded annually to a young female change-maker who embodies the spirit and promise that Kayla carried with her every day- someone who has taken initiative in their community, shown courage in the face of adversity, and is actively working to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. The ideal recipient is a student who has shown leadership, service, and a commitment to uplifting their community, much like Kayla did throughout her life.

We seek to recognize students who embody the spirit of change: those who lead with empathy, advocate for justice, and inspire hope. Whether through activism, volunteer work, peer mentorship, or creative expression, the recipient of this scholarship demonstrates that leadership is not about age or circumstance, but about the heart, vision, and drive to act. 

By supporting young leaders in Kayla’s name, we ensure that her legacy lives on- not only in memory, but in movement.