Is The DPS Scholarship Foundation part of the Durham Public School System? No, the DPS Scholarship Foundation is an independent non-profit group working solely to raise funds to send youth to college and to showcase the enormous talent that exists within our Public School System. How do I apply for a scholarship? For information on how to apply, please see our page on this site that contains our application requirements, deadlines, etc. Is the DPS Scholarship foundation a non-profit organization? Yes, DPSSF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and contributions are tax deductible.