The Park Foundation funds undergraduate scholarships at two institutions of higher learning where the late Roy Hampton Park, Sr., had significant affiliations and served as a trustee: Ithaca College and North Carolina State University.

Established in 1996, the Park Scholarships are four-year awards that cover the full cost of attendance (tuition, room, and board). Park Scholars are selected on the basis of academic excellence, leadership, character, and community service.

At Ithaca College, scholarships are provided to students entering the Roy H. Park School of Communications. At North Carolina State University, scholarships are available to outstanding students in all degree programs.

In conjunction with their studies, Park Scholars at both schools are expected to participate in community service and enrichment activities that strengthen leadership and communication skills.

Through the creation of these programs, the Park Foundation seeks to establish a cadre of scholars who raise the academic bar at their respective institutions, enhance student organizations, and provide lifelong leadership and service in the communities where they live and work.