The William L. Clay Scholarship & Research Fund (WLCSRF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in 1983 to provide a path to college for students who have the ability and desire to pursue a higher education but lack the necessary financial resources to get there.
“If America is to be prosperous and stay competitive, we must continue to improve educational opportunities for students of all ages,”
William L. “Bill” Clay, Sr. – WLCSRF Founder
WLCSRF assists youth who reside in St. Louis and other communities in the 1st Congressional District of Missouri. Many WLCSRF scholars are the first in their families to attend college.
WLCSRF awards four-year scholarships for full-time study toward a bachelor’s degree. A STEM award is available to students already in college pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering, math; or preparing to teach a STEM subject.
Scholarship awards intend to eliminate the need for student loans by bridging the gap between higher education costs and other financial aid received.
To provide scholarships & learning opportunities that get students to and through college and on path to a successful future.
