Scholarships Founded by Natalie Madeira Cofield

Since graduating from Howard University and beginning my career on Wall Street, I dedicated a portion of my signing bonus to establish a scholarship with the United Negro College Fund. This commitment to giving back has remained a guiding principle throughout my journey, as I continue to support my community through scholarships and grants that promote educational access and entrepreneurial success.

DR. Milton L. Cofield STEM Scholarship @ Southern university

Student must be a graduate of Natchitoches Central High School LA or another high school from Natchitoches Parish majoring in science, technology, engineering, or math with the college of engineering. Must be enrolled as a freshman at SUBR with a 3.0 GPA, current student must maintain 3.2 GPA at the time of application. Students should demonstrate leadership through involvement and activity with student clubs, societies, or community service initiatives and provide evidence of financial need.

This scholarship is named in honor of my father.

Walker’s LEgacy Scholarship for Enterprising Women @ Howard University

Each year, two students receive a one-time award of $2,500 and a lifetime membership to Walker’s Legacy, which includes complimentary access to all Walker’s Legacy programming for that award year and mentorship by Cofield.