2010 Strive for Excellence Scholarship

Description

The Strive for Excellence Scholarship was established in 2006 with a generous gift from Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. to expand the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s scholarship and internship programs. The award prepares students to become leaders of tomorrow by providing an avenue toward higher education. Wal-Mart believes in operating globally and contributing locally. Because I also strongly value service to our community, I encourage you to apply your efforts to make our community a better place. I also encourage you to apply for this CBC/Walmart scholarship which requires a commitment to improving our local community. 

2010 Deadline

Application packets should include:   Completed applications must be received by April 1, 2010. 

Eligibility Requirements

11th Congressional District Map

To be eligible for the Strive for Excellence Scholarship, applicants must:
• be pursuing an undergraduate degree full-time or be a current full-time student in good academic standing at an accredited college or university;
• have a minimum 2.5 grade point average, demonstrate academic achievement, exhibit leadership ability, and participate in community service activities; and
• reside or attend school in Ohio’s 11th Congressional District. 

Complete application packets must arrive to the Marcia Fudge for Congress office (Campaign Office) as one packet by April 1, 2009 and should include:
1. A completed Strive for Excellence application;
2. Personal statement; (Part E of Application)
3. Official transcript(s) from all institutions attended;
4. Letter of acceptance from intended institution;
5. Two (2) letters of recommendation (one from community involvement experience);
6. One (1) page resume listing extracurricular activities, honors, employment, community service, and special skills; and a
7. Recent photograph – cap & gown or professional dress (no group or social
photos) 

Application

2010 Strive for Excellence Scholarship (PDF Document)

Completed applications/full packets must arrive at Representative Fudge’s Campaign Office by April 1, 2010.

If you have additional questions about the scholarship, please call the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation at 202-263-2800.