When educating the minds of our youth, we must not forget to educate their hearts.

Dali Lama

ApplyApplication Process

Who is eligible?

  • Students must meet the following criteria:
    • Be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident;
    • Earn and Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher in High school and/or College;
    • Demonstrate need for Financial Assistance;
    • Commit to completing five hours of mentoring during their scholarship award year;
    • Demonstrate Good Citizenship and Good Leadership Qualities and Skills;
    • Demonstrate the potential for postsecondary enrollment as defined by:
      • Enrollment or completion of a college readiness program (i.e. TRIO Upward Bound, AVID) and/or be a potential First Generation Student;
      • An expressed desire to go to College and/or plans to or enrolled at an accredited institution of post-secondary education;
      • Successful Graduation from an accredited High School and/or enrolled in a two or four-year postsecondary institution.

How to Apply:

  • Complete and Submit Online Application
  • Submit Counselor Recommendation/Verification of Eligibility Form

Deadline to turn in application materials:June 16th

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Please send formwork to:

P.O. Box 470
Temple Hills, Maryland 20757-0470

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