Why Vote? Scholarship for Voter Awareness and Education

Award:

Five (5) $1,000 awards

Eligibility:

High school seniors and college students who are 18 years or older or who will be 18 by Election Day. Students should also have a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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Scholarship Details:

NSHSS is awarding students who demonstrate an active commitment for spreading awareness/education on the importance of voting in their community.

Application Requirements:

  • Prompt response of 500 words or less to the following question:
    • Why is voting important to you? Provide specific examples and details of how you are spreading awareness and/or education on the importance of voting in your community.
  • Pictures/videos/media showing your leadership in action (optional)
  • Color headshot suitable for website posting
  • Current Transcript (can be official or unofficial)
  • Educator recommendation letter
  • Academic Resume
Application Opens: March 14, 2024
Closing Date: August 8, 2024 by 11:59PM (EST)

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