XCEL BOOK SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS & APPLICATION

EASTON BANKS LEARNING & LIFE CENTER, INC.
XCEL BOOK SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
The XCEL Book Scholarship is being offered by Easton Banks Learning & Life Center, Inc. (EBLLC, Inc.) and is the first of its kind for this non-profit organization. The purpose of the XCEL Book Scholarship is to assist program participants of EBLLC and youth in the general community with the fulfillment of their educational goals. Only one book scholarship application will be accepted per academic year.

EBLLC will award 2 recipients with the XCEL BooK Scholarship in the amount of $250 each.

Deadline for electronic submissions is May 1, 2026 by 11:59 pm. Mailed applications must be postmarked by May 1, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted. Applicants of the XCEL Book Scholarship will be notified via email whether they have been awarded or not.

To qualify for the XCEL Book Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Applicant must be or have been an participant of one of EBLLC’s youth development programs or can provide proof of a financial need.
- 50 volunteer hours.
- Applicant must be a graduating high school senior and have a cumulative 3.0 G.P.A.
- Be resident of DeKalb County, Georgia or the Metro Atlanta area.
- Submit three letters of recommendation from an instructor, teacher or community leader. Recommendations cannot be from family members.
- Provide an official high school transcript.
- Applicant must attend a two (2) or four (4) year institution of higher learning.
- Provide a copy of acceptance letter to college/university or technical college and major in a S.T.E.M. field (math, science, technology, engineering).
- Write a 1600-word essay based on the following topics of your choice:
What are some of the causes of childhood hunger? Do you belief childhood hunger can be eradicated? If so, please explain in detail how this issue can be erased.

In your pursuit of higher education, how can you use your degree to promote sustainable living?

Based on today’s society, how can a person become a responsible stakeholder in their community (i.e. local, regional, national) at-large and assist with the creation of policies that help youth populations?

Please be informed that SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS that are not attached with an essay will not be considered for review.
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XCEL BOOK SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Date of Application

MonthDayYear
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email*
example@example.com
What high school do you attend?*
If you answered other to the above question, please indicate high school of attendance.
Current G.P.A.*
Are you or have you been a participant of any youth program operated by EBLLC, Inc.?*

YesNo
If yes, which program? (Check all that apply)

Project G.R.A.P.E.Sister Linkage Mentoring ProgramThumbs Up STEAM Summer Camp
Which semester did you participate in the above selected program:

Spring 2020Fall 2021Spring 2022Spring or Fall 2023Spring or Fall 2024None of the above
Will your family experience a financial difficulty while assisting you to attend college?*

YesNo
Have you been accepted to an institution of higher learning?*

YesNo
If yes to the above question, what is the name of the college/university you will attend Summer or Fall 2025? his is a fill in the blanks field. What will be your field of study (major) while attending college? blank.
Statement of Acknowledgement
I acknowlege that all of the above information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further understand that my participation in the programs offered by EBLLC, Inc. does not guarantee selection of scholarship funding. To that effect my signature below certifies my acknowledgement of this statement.
Applicant or Parent/Guardian Signature*

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Website: https://www.ebllcinc.com
Email: scholarship.bankslearning@yahoo.com Tel: (470) 531-4411.
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Please submit three letters of recommendation with your book scholarship application package. The following information must be included: how they know the applicant, student’s behavior, length of association, etc. Recommendations cannot be from relatives. Additionally, please ensure that applicant's name is indicated on leeter of recommendation.

Be advised that we are no longer accepting paper versions of the XCEL Book Scholarship via mail. Therefore, please ensure to upload all supporting documents as requested. Scholarship applications that are not accompanied with documents will not be considered for review.

If should have any further questions or concerns, please email Scholarship Committtee at scholarship.bankslearning@yahoo.com.
XCEL Book Scholarship Supporting Documents (Acceptance Letter, Official Transcript, Proof of Financial Difficulty, Letters of Recommendation, etc.) *

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