Dear Applicant,

Covenant Outreach Services, NFP (COSNFP) understands the importance of receiving additional financial assistance to pursue higher education.  We want to help. Therefore, we have created our way of support through the Lula Mae Walker Scholarship Program (LWSP) because you are our future leader.

We are pleased to invite high school seniors, college and trade students seeking higher education to apply for the Lula Mae Walker Scholarship.

If awarded, this scholarship pays the recipient up to $1,000 for the first years and depending on our funds we can sponsor the students for an additional year or two in the amount of $500. Each year the student must apply and show proof of attendance and their grades must be C or higher. 

1. Be a high school senior, college, or trade school student who is a resident of Illinois.
2. Have been accepted in an accredited trade school, junior college, college, or university.
3. Have an average grade of C or higher
4. Demonstrate a need for financial assistance (income verification required)
5. Incomplete application will be eliminate

Application Acceptance

• Submitted a complete application with required documents
• Met the application deadline
• Met the scholarship requirements
• Approved by the LWSP Committee and Board Members

Reasons for Application Denial

• Does not meet the scholarship requirements
• Did not submit a completed application and required documents
• Did not meet the application deadline
• Committee and Board did not determine a financial need for the LWSP scholarship

Scholarships will be awarded based on applicant letter, Zoom interview, application quality, academic excellence (grade of C or higher), community service and activities, and letters of recommendation.

LWSP Scholarship Requirements

Listed below are the requirements needed to complete the application process for the LWSP.

1. Completed application and signed

2. Essay – Tell us about you, your family, your goals, your aspiration, your achievements, any obstacles you may have faced in at least 150 minimum words but not to exceed 250 words. 

3. Two letters of recommendation from either a teacher, church member, or other adults. Recommendations from a relative or COSNFP board member will not be accepted.

4. Proof of acceptance into a Trade School, Junior College or College/University

5. High School transcript, if applicable

6. Proof of current residency

7. Drivers license or State ID, if the application is accepted

8. A high-resolution headshot

9. May require a 2–5-minute Zoom interview

10. Proof of any grants or scholarships you may have received.   
    Signed photo release form

Remember! Keep a copy of your application for your records.
Questions? Call 331-301-6527 or email cosnfp@gmail.com.

Submit your completed application and all scanned attachments to cosnfp@gmail.com by Friday, May 31, 2024.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Tell us about you, your family, your goals, your aspirations, your achievements, and any obstacles you may have faced in at least 150 words (minimum). Do not exceed 150 words.

I affirm that all statements included in this scholarship application are true, complete, and accurate.  I authorize the use of my photo and the inquiry of all matters deemed relevant to my application, including all statements made in this application and any attachments or supporting documents.  I authorize you to request and receive such information and release (COSNFP) from all liability that might result from making such an inquiry.