Empowering Higher Education

This Scholarship Fund represents a significant milestone in our commitment to foster academic excellence and encourage career readiness. By providing financial assistance for higher education, we aim to not only support our Sunflowers on their Christian journey but also in their academic endeavors.

The impact of this scholarship extends far beyond the realm of education. It serves as a beacon of hope and opportunity, demonstrating to our Sunflowers that their dreams are valid and achievable through their faith and support of the community.
Educational Support

Provide financial assistance for tuition, books, and other educational expenses.

Faith Development

Encourage the integration of Christian faith into academic and personal life.

Leadership

Promote leadership skills and community service.

Senior Sunflower Scholarship

The Sunflowers awarded have demonstrated a commitment to Christian faith and values and actively participated in Girls in Christ, Inc. programming. By investing in their future, we are empowering them to become living testimonies of all they have learned and embraced through Girls in Christ. These Sunflowers will go on to become leaders grounded in faith and impact in their communities and beyond.

2024 SENIOR SUNFLOWERS

Anaya Andre

Anaya Andre is a senior at Pembroke Pines Charter High School who has a passion for marketing and business. Anaya has been a Sunflower since 2020 and has strengthened her communication, leadership and organizational skills. In her love for giving back, she founded a non-profit organization known as “Promote Her, Period”, which aims to empower young women and bring awareness to period poverty. In her free time, Anaya enjoys playing tennis, songwriting, and public speaking to inspire others.

Samara Rawls

Samara Rawls was one of the first Sunflowers in 2019! Now an 18-year-old senior at Piper High School WIth a 5.0 GPA. She has received her AICE Diploma which consisted of an international curriculum and college level exams. Samara is involved in numerous school activities, such as president of First Priority, Mentoring Tomorrow's Leaders and vice president of her Mu Alpha Theta club. She also is a part of a county-wide program, BRACE Cadets, where she helps her peers prepare for college.

Samara is also an active member of her church, New Mount Olive Baptist Church, where she has been involved in numerous activities. Samara is also very active in her city, where she serves as the secretary of the Lauderhill Youth Council. Additionally, she volunteers with the Veterans Affairs every month. Samara has also been a teen journalist for the Westside Gazette since the seventh grade. Samara is also an active member of Girl in Christ, a non-profit organization, a ministry program for girls looking to grow in Christ, confidence, and community.
When Samara is not in school or volunteering, and spending time with her Dad, Mom, and 2 younger brothers. This upcoming fall, Samara plans to attend the University of Florida, where she will major in Health Sciences. She plans to open her own private practice, and her primary focus will be pediatric physical therapy.

Layla Davidson

Layla Davidson has been a Sunflower since 2020! She is an activist, a POCT and is a published author. She was born in Decatur, Alabama and has lived most of her life in South Florida. At her current high school, she has enrolled in the Law Program. She is a regular contributor to The Westside Gazette, a local newspaper. Layla is an award recipient of the Broward County's summer reading program for four consecutive years. Thus, when not reading or writing, she likes to spend time with her family and participates in extracurricular activities and play sports. She aspires to work in real estate and pursue a law degree.

Destiny Roberts

Destiny Roberts has been a Sunflower since 2020! As a Florida native she is committed to uplifting the Broward Community. In 2022 Destiny modeled at the Young At Art Recycled Fashion Show and won 2nd place with her team! Destiny is a well rounded emerging leader, as she loves fashion and giving back to the community. She often spends her time volunteering at her church, in the community and at her school. In her free time she likes to travel, read, and listen to music. She is looking to major in Criminal Justice to work for the FBI.

Shaliyah Black

Hi, I'm Shaliyah Black and I’ve been a Sunflower since 2020! When I'm not listening to music or trying out new restaurants, you can find me in the kitchen baking cakes and cupcakes - it's my passion! I also enjoy adding my personal touch to decor. "The Notebook" is hands down my favorite movie. During high school, I was active in clubs like Girls in Christ, Black Student Union (BSU), Pearls of Art, Urban Teacher Academy (UTAP), and College Admissions Process #CAP, just to name a few. Currently, I'm an aftercare counselor at Nova Southeastern University School, and I'm super excited to dive into nursing at Georgia State University this fall. Oh, and did I mention? I also run my own baking business called Lelessweetspot. Life's sweet!

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