The Southeastern Virginia Arts Association ( SEVAA) Scholarship Foundation was created in 2003 to provide an additional venue for celebrating the arts in the African American community. The foundation is dedicated to developing and promoting the creative and artistic talents of youth in Southeastern Virginia. Scholarships are awarded to school age and college students who demonstrate ability in any area of the five art disciplines which SEVAA promotes. Additionally, they must demonstrate need for monetary assistance.

Sponsors two Scholarships: Dr. Georgia A. Ryder Scholarship The Dr. Georgia Ryder Scholarship is available for high school students or first semester freshmen who plan to pursue degrees in the arts. Candidates must have high scholastic achievement and must have high ethical standards and character. Robert Wynn - Jackson Scholarship The Robert Wynn-Jackson Scholarship is awarded to elementary and middle school students who participate in the Summer Arts Workshop and other activities.

ELIGIBILTIY:
- Must be a graduating high school senior who wishes to pursue a degree in one of the five disciplines of the arts (visual, theatre, music, literary, dance);
- Must have high scholastic achievement;
- Candidate must be a person with high ethical standards and character.