Monty Bennett, hotelier and co-founder and publisher of The Dallas Express, and Sarah Bennett, co-founder and director of The Dallas Express, have been accepting applications for the second annual Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas ISD Scholarship through Dallas Bright Futures (DBF) for the past two months.
Launched in December 2023, Dallas Bright Futures helps Dallas ISD seniors cover college costs like tuition, books, and living expenses. With the scholarship deadline set for April 1, 2025, time is running out for Dallas ISD students to apply.
Last year, the DBF scholarship, backed by Monty and Sarah Bennett, awarded five $5,000 scholarships to exceptional Dallas ISD students.
The Dallas Express, published by Monty and co-founded by Sarah, highlighted winners—Oluwakemi Tytler, Tsion Aredo, Alaiza Segovia, Eva Anderson, and Jeffrey Baker—who stood out among nearly 60 applicants.
Representing Dallas ISD schools like North Dallas High School and Booker T. Washington High School, these students navigated a rigorous process of essays and interviews, narrowed to 20 semifinalists.
Their academic strength and community dedication reflect the goals Monty Bennett and Sarah set for Dallas ISD.
For 2025, the DBF scholarship offers five $5,000 per Dallas ISD senior for the 2025-2026 collegiate academic year.
“The caliber and determination of Dallas ISD students compel Sarah and me to act—this scholarship is our investment in their leadership tomorrow,” said Monty Bennett, echoing Sarah’s commitment to education.
Monty, a key figure in Dallas hospitality and media, and Sarah, host of the Let’s Talk Local podcast, focus Dallas Bright Futures on nurturing Dallas ISD talent.
Monty Bennett and Sarah Bennett tie Dallas Bright Futures to their broader efforts to support Dallas ISD’s community.
With just days left, Dallas ISD seniors have a final chance to join 2024 recipients now thriving at Rice University, the University of Texas, the University of Southern California, the University of Texas – Arlington, and Howard University.
As publisher of The Dallas Express and its co-founder, Monty and Sarah are investing in Dallas ISD’s future.
Apply for the Dallas Bright Futures scholarship by April 1—don’t miss out!