The TAB Scholarship Foundation INC. Non Profit

  In 1988, Tanya graduated from Lakeside High School (GA) in the top 10% of her class. She obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Georgia Southern University. She also obtained an Associate's Degree in Business Administration from Indiana Business College. Upon her death, she was working on her Master's Degree in Education from Anderson University which she was awarded after death.   Tanya was a mother of three and a dedicated member of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc  Sorority. She had very strong ties with many community projects and outreach programs such as Dream Girls, Every Single Mother Deserve a Second Chance as well as volunteer work with Faith in Service Humanity (FISH). Community service was a huge part of her commitment to give back to others as well as her community. 

  The Tanya Andrea Burdette Scholarship began in August 2015. With the help of  members of her family and friends they were able to launch the Non Profit Organization and gain their 501 c 3 status. In 2016, the first three scholarships were given to recipients that were chosen out of several participants who sent in an applications along with essays. The motto “A Legacy for Passion, Excellence and Success” is a true representation of Tanya Andrea Burdette.   Eligibility Criteria for the scholarship are now awarded to · High School Seniors transitioning to college with a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.5. They must have at least 50 hours of “active” community services. The Scholarship Application must be Complete and submitted by the first week in March of each year.