Established in 2006, the George M. Hughes Foundation awards three scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors who attend school or reside in North Metro-Atlanta area.The three scholarships are awarded based on scholarship, need and leadership.

The Foundation was named in honor of George M. Hughes, Sr., an outstanding educator with a lifelong commitment to high achievement for African-American students.

Archon Hughes, a member of Kappa Boulé, was instrumental in the formation of Delta Upsilon Boulé. Archon George and Archousa Evelyn Hughes hosted the very first gathering of men who would eventually become charter members of the final member Boulé established in the first century of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity.

Contributions will be used to support the George M. Hughes Foundation and further the goal of supporting the best and brightest African American students in Metro Atlanta.