The Hot Corner Festival is one of the most culturally enriching festivals held in Athens, GA. As part of their festival weekend, the rich history of the corner of Washington and Hull Street is celebrated and living legends reminisce on the many accomplishments of African American leaders. It is a day of community connection for all ages. Homage is paid through a roll call of any of the businesses that once hailed on Hot Corner, followed by a day of lively celebration. A kid's corner anchors the festival with games, face painting, and jumping bags; local business owners, organizations, and individuals sell their merchandise, live music serves a backdrop all day with performances from local artists, food vendors fragrance the air, and competitions take place such as the BBQ Cook-Off and the Car and Bike Show.

As the festival marks its 24th year, an annual scholarship competition has been part of the committee's commitment to giving back to our community.  We will offer and present two $500.00 scholarships during the Hot Corner Festival.   We will announce the winner at the Hot Corner Festival on the stage at 4 p.m.  A criterion for this scholarship is you must be at the festival to win.  We are searching for young people interested in our festival.  

Criteria for participating:

-2024 High School Graduate
-2.3 GPA or higher (you must present your most recent report card on June 7th to receive the funds).
- Do your research and learn all you can about the Hot Corner Era. Write and submit an essay using this form.
- Be committed to be present at the festival on Saturday, June 8th at 4 pm at the stage in front of the Morton Theater on Washington St.   The winners will be announced at that time.

Please direct any questions you have about the scholarship to hotcornerath@gmail.com.  
You may call Dr. T at 706-461-6678.