Created in the spirit of one of Cincinnati’s most innovative educators, business and community leaders, the mission of the Major R. McNeil Scholarship Fund is to promote professional development for high school students who seek to carry on his legacy, which is driven by the philosophy of passion, service and impact.

The Major R. McNeil Endowment provides renewable scholarships for African American high school seniors graduating from Withrow High School who have financial need and are planning to obtain an associate’s or bachelor’s degree.