2024 ESLAC Scholarship Applications

2024 ESLAC Scholarship Applications
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2024 Bessie B. Garvin Scholarship
2024 Past Presidents Book Scholarship
2024 Alfrenia Young-Hampton Scholarship
2024 Ruby Allen Ellis Economic Empowerment Scholarship
2024 Lieutenant Colonel Lionel and Jacquline Settles Scholarship
Alfrenia Young-Hampton Scholarship

The Alfrenia Young-Hampton Scholarship was established in memoriam for Mrs. Alfrenia Young-Hampton, former educator and board member of East St. Louis School District #189. Mrs. Hampton was a community activist and belonged to several civic, social and service organizations such as the Elks, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and most notably, East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter - Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

The Alfrenia Young-Hampton Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating female senior in School District #189 who will attend a 4-year college/university in the fall of 2024 or immediately upon her graduation. Disbursement of the scholarship funds will occur in the fall, upon verification of acceptance and enrollment in a college or university. Failure to provide verification of acceptance and enrollment will result in the forfeiture of the scholarship. This scholarship is a one-time award is not deferrable or transferable.

All Scholarship Awards will be communicated by March 31, 2024.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. Be a graduating female high school senior within School District #189.
2. Submit a completed application.
3. Submit a 2-page demonstrative essay outlining applicant’s activities in the following areas:
  1. Good citizenship
  2. Academic excellence
  3. Public service
  4. Desire to excel in future endeavors
4. Submit an academic transcript.
5. All information must be completed in its entirety and submitted by the deadline. Incomplete submissions will be excluded from further review and deemed ineligible. Entries received after the February 29, 2024 deadline will not be considered.
You have the option of submitting your completed Application, Academic transcript and Essay ONLINE or via MAIL.

ONLINE SUBMISSION:
Name each file of your submission in the following manner:
*Young-Hampton_Last Name_First Name_Application
*Young-Hampton_Last Name_First Name_Transcript
*Young-Hampton_Last Name_First Name_Essay

example:

Young-Hampton_Johnson_Erica_Application

Young-Hampton_Johnson_Erica_Transcript

Young-Hampton_Johnson_Erica_Essay

MAIL SUBMISSION:
-Mail your submission to the following address:

2024 Scholarship Committee

East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

1012 S. 15th Street

East St. Louis, Illinois 62207
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
High School*
Expected Graduation Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Grade Point Average*
List Honors, Extracurricular Activities*
Colleges/University that you will attend
School*
City/State*
Date Fall Classes Begin*

MonthDayYear
Date
Please Upload your Transcript and Essay Here*

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APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

In submitting this application, I hereby certify that:

The following information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that if selected, I must presentproof of enrollment in a college/university before I can receive the disbursement. Any information that is notaccurate and verifiable will disqualify me for consideration.
Applicant's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Applicant's Signature*

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Bessie B. Garvin Educational Scholarship

The Bessie B. Garvin Educational Scholarship was established by the East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated in memory of charter member, Bessie B. Garvin, who was also a well-known educator in the East St. Louis public school system.

The Bessie B. Garvin Educational Scholarship is awarded annually to graduating African-American female seniors in the East St. Louis Metro East community who will attend a 4-year college/university in the fall or immediately upon her graduation. Disbursement of the scholarship funds will occur in the fall, upon verification of acceptance and enrollment in a college or university. Failure to provide verification of acceptance and enrollment will result in the forfeiture of the scholarship. Each scholarship is a one- time award in the amount of $1,000.00 and is not deferrable or transferable.

All scholarship awards will be communicated by March 31, 2024.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. Be a graduating African-American high school senior (female) within the following communities:Belleville, Cahokia, East St. Louis, Madison or O’Fallon, Illinois, having attended public high school for the past two years.
2. 2.Have a minimum of 2.5/4.0 Grade Point Average.
3. Submit a completed application.
4. Submit an official academic transcript.
5. Submit ACT or SAT scores.
6. Submit two (2) letters of recommendation (form link included)
7. All information must be completed in its entirety and submitted together by the deadline.Incomplete submissions will be excluded from further review and deemed ineligible. Entries received after the February 29, 2024 deadline will not be considered.
You have the option of submitting your completed Application, Academic transcript and ACT/SAT Scores ONLINE or via MAIL.

ONLINE SUBMISSION:
     - Name each file of your submission in the following manner:
               *Garvin_Last Name_First Name_Application
               *Garvin_Last Name_First Name_Transcript
               *Garvin_Last Name_First Name_ACT Scores
    -example:

                Garvin_Johnson_Erica_Application

                Garvin_Johnson_Erica_Transcript

                Garvin_Johnson_Erica_ACT Scores

MAIL SUBMISSION:
-Mail your submission to the following address:

2024 Scholarship Committee

East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

1012 S. 15th Street

East St. Louis, Illinois 62207
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Telephone #*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Academic Profile
High School*
Expected Graduation Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Grade Point Average*
List Honors, Extracurricular Activities*
Colleges/University that you will attend
School Name*
City/State*
Date Fall Classes Begin*

MonthDayYear
Date
Applicant's Statement

Briefly tell us about yourself, including your education/career goals, why you should be selected for this scholarship and your financial hardship.
Please type your statement here*
Please upload your Transcript, ACT/SAT Scores and Recommendation Letters Here*

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Recommendation Form

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APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

In submitting this application, I hereby certify that:

The following information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that if selected, I must presentproof of enrollment in a college/university before I can receive the disbursement. Any information that is notaccurate and verifiable will disqualify me for consideration.
Applicant's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Applicant's Signature*

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Date*

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ESLAC Past Presidents Educational Book Scholarship Award

The ESLAC Past Presidents Educational Book Scholarship Award was established by the East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter Past Presidents of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated in 2017.

The ESLAC Past Presidents Educational Book Scholarship Award is awarded annually to deserving graduating African-American female seniors in the East St. Louis Metro East community who will attend a 4-year college/university in the fall or immediately upon graduation. Disbursement of the scholarship funds will occur in the fall, upon verification of acceptance and enrollment in a college or university. Failure to provide verification of acceptance and enrollment will result in the forfeiture of the scholarship. This scholarship is a one-time award in the amount of $500.00 and should be used specifically for the purchase of books and is not deferrable or transferable.

All Scholarship Awards will be communicated by March 31, 2024.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

1.Be a graduating African-American high school senior (female) within the following communities: Belleville, Cahokia, East St. Louis, Madison or O’Fallon, Illinois, having attended public high school for the pasttwo years.

2.Have a minimum of 2.8/4.0 Grade Point Average.

3.Submit an academic transcript.

4.Submit ACT or SAT scores.

5.Submit a completed application.

6.Submit two (2) letters of recommendation (forms included in application packet)

7.Must submit a one-page typed statement, with a minimum of one hundred words, from the applicant,describing their character, personal interests and future plans (included in application).

8.All information must be completed in its entirety and submitted together by the deadline. Incompletesubmissions will be excluded from further review and deemed ineligible. Entries received after the February 29, 2024 deadline will not be considered.

You have the option of submitting your completed Application, Academic transcript and ACT Scores ONLINE or via MAIL.

ONLINE SUBMISSION:
     - Name each file of your submission in the following manner:
               *PastPresidents_Last Name_First Name_Application
               *PastPresidents_Last Name_First Name_Transcript
               *PastPresidents_Last Name_First Name_ACT Scores
    -example:

                PastPresidents_Johnson_Erica_Application

                PastPresidents_Johnson_Erica_Transcript

                PastPresdients_Johnson_Erica_ACT Scores

MAIL SUBMISSION:
-Mail your submission to the following address:

2024 Scholarship Committee

East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

1012 S. 15th Street

East St. Louis, Illinois 62207
Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Academic Profile
High School*
Expected Graduation Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Grade Point Average*
List Honors/Extracurricular Activities*
Colleges/University that you will attend
School Name*
City/State*
Date Fall Classes Begin*

MonthDayYear
Date
Applicant's Statement
Briefly tell us about yourself, including your education/career goals, and why you should be selected for this scholarship? (Minimum 100 words required)*

0/100
Please upload your Transcript, ACT/SAT Scores and Recommendation Letters Here*

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Please send this link to your Recommender for them to fill out for your application submission. Please remember you need 2 Recommenders.

Recommendation Form

https://form.jotform.com/240335231568049
Did you send your recommender the Recommendation Form Link?*

YesNo
APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

In submitting this application, I hereby certify that:

The following information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that if selected, I must presentproof of enrollment in a college/university before I can receive the disbursement. Any information that is notaccurate and verifiable will disqualify me for consideration.
Applicant's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Applicant's Signature*

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Parent/Guardian's Signature*

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Date*

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Ruby Allen Ellis Economic Empowerment Scholarship

The Ruby Allen Ellis Economic Empowerment Scholarship was established by the East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and Delta Economic Development Corporation in memory of and partnership with the family of Ruby Allen-Ellis, who was a champion for education and economic development and a member of Delta Sigma Theta. Ruby Allen Ellis was a valiant community leader who made significant strides in the areas of coalition building among major organizations, government agencies and civic leaders, and enhanced project partnerships that included: Community Job Fairs, support to Habitat for Humanity, establishing the first "Youth Entrepreneur Workshops" that enriched the lives of the underserved and disenfranchised in our community.

The Ruby Allen Ellis Economic Empowerment Scholarship is awarded annually to graduating African- American female seniors in the East St. Louis Metro East community who will attend a 4-year college/university in the fall or immediately upon her graduation. Disbursement of the scholarship funds will occur in the fall, upon verification of acceptance and enrollment in a college or university. Failure to provide verification of acceptance and enrollment will result in the forfeiture of the scholarship. Each scholarship is a one-time award in the amount of $1,000.00 and is not deferrable or transferable.

All Scholarship Awards will be communicated by March 31, 2024.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a graduating African-American high school senior (female) within the following communities: Belleville, Cahokia, East St. Louis, Madison or O’Fallon, Illinois, having attended public high school for the past two years.
Have a demonstrated financial need for educational assistance.
Submit a completed application (via online or mail).
Submit an academic transcript.
All information must be completed in its entirety and submitted together by the deadline. Incomplete submissions will be excluded from further review and deemed ineligible. Entries received after the February 29, 2024 deadline will not be considered.

You have the option of submitting your completed Application, Academic transcript and Essay ONLINE or via MAIL.

ONLINE SUBMISSION:
Name each file of your submission in the following manner:

*Ellis_Last Name_First Name_Application
*Ellis_Last Name_First Name_Financial

example:

Ellis_Johnson_Erica_Application
Ellis_Johnson_Erica_Financial

MAIL SUBMISSION:
-Mail your submission to the following address:

2024 Scholarship Committee

East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

1012 S. 15th Street

East St. Louis, Illinois 62207
Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Academic Profile
High School*
Expected Graduation Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Grade Point Average*
List Honors, Extracurricular Activities*
Colleges/University that you will attend
School*
City/State*
Date Fall Classes Begin*

MonthDayYear
Date
APPLICANT'S STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL NEED

Briefly tell us about yourself, including your education/career goals, why you should be selected for this scholarship and your financial hardship.
Please type your response here*
Please upload your documents here*

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APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

In submitting this application, I hereby certify that:

The following information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that if selected, I must presentproof of enrollment in a college/university before I can receive the disbursement. Any information that is notaccurate and verifiable will disqualify me for consideration.
Applicant's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Applicant's Signature*

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Parent/Guardian's Signature*

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Date*

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Lieutenant Colonel Lionel and Jacquline Settles Scholarship Award

The Lieutenant Colonel Lionel and Jacquline Settles Scholarship Award was established in memoriam for Lieutenant Colonel Lionel Settles, retired Assistant Chief of Police, East St. Louis Police Department and Jacquline Rose Settles, a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. since 1970. Lt. Col Settles who passed away November 18, 2023, strongly believed in academic excellence and insisted upon it within his family and among his young police officers in training. His beloved wife of 57 years, Jacquline, established this scholarship in his honor.

Lieutenant Colonel Lionel and Jacquline Settles Scholarship Award is presented annually to deserving graduating African-American female seniors in the East St. Louis Metro East community who will attend a 4-year college/university in the fall or immediately upon graduation. Disbursement of the scholarship funds will occur in the fall, upon verification of acceptance and enrollment in a college or university. Failure to provide verification of acceptance and enrollment will result in the forfeiture of the scholarship. This scholarship is a one-time award in the amount of $1000.00 and should be used specifically for the purchase of books, computers/software, supplies, and other educational items needed to support academic excellence and is not deferrable or transferable.

All scholarship awards will be communicated by March 31, 2024.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

1.Be a graduating African-American high school senior (female) within the following communities: Belleville, Cahokia, East St. Louis, Madison or O’Fallon, Illinois, having attended public high school for the pasttwo years.

2. Have a minimum of 3.0/4.0 Grade Point Average.

3. Submit an academic transcript.

4. Submit ACT or SAT scores.

5. Submit a completed application.

6. Submit two (2) letters of recommendation (forms included in application packet)

7. Submit a 2-page essay outlining applicant’s activities in the following areas:

a. Good citizenship

b. Academic excellence

c. Excellence in Sports/Clubs, leadership roles, or other activities

d. Service to the Community

8. All information must be completed in its entirety and submitted together by the deadline. Incomplete submissions will be excluded from further review and deemed ineligible. Entries received after the February 29, 2024 deadline will not be considered.

You have the option of submitting your completed Application, Academic transcript and ACT Scores ONLINE or via MAIL.

ONLINE SUBMISSION:
     - Name each file of your submission in the following manner:
               *Settles_Last Name_First Name_Application
               *Settles_Last Name_First Name_Transcript
               *Settles_Last Name_First Name_ACT Scores
    -example:

                Settles_Johnson_Erica_Application

                Settles_Johnson_Erica_Transcript

                Settles_Johnson_Erica_ACT Scores

MAIL SUBMISSION:
-Mail your submission to the following address:

2024 Scholarship Committee

East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

1012 S. 15th Street

East St. Louis, Illinois 62207
Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Academic Profile
High School*
Expected Graduation Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Grade Point Average*
List Honors/Extracurricular Activities*
Colleges/University that you will attend
School Name*
City/State*
Date Fall Classes Begin*

MonthDayYear
Date
Applicant's Statement
Submit a 2-page essay outlining applicant’s activities in the following areas: a. Good Citizenship. b. Academic excellence c. Excellence in Sports/Clubs, leadership roles, or other activities d. Service in the community *

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Please upload your Transcript, ACT/SAT Scores and Recommendation Letters Here*

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Please send this link to your Recommender for them to fill out for your application submission. Please remember you need 2 Recommenders.

Recommendation Form

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APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

In submitting this application, I hereby certify that:

The following information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that if selected, I must presentproof of enrollment in a college/university before I can receive the disbursement. Any information that is notaccurate and verifiable will disqualify me for consideration.
Applicant's Name*

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Parent/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Applicant's Signature*

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2024 ESLAC Scholarship Applications

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