1. COMPLETE ALL PAGES OF THE APPLICATION

2. WRITTEN OR VIDEO ESSAY - Choose one of the following topics (Written: Must be at least 500 words, typed and double spaced, using a 12- point font and either Times New Roman or Arial font type; Video Format:  3 1/2 minutes max).

Please note your selection at the top of your statement by indicating “A” or “B”:

1. Describe a situation where you faced an obstacle or adversity and how you overcame it.
2. Consider something you are very passionate about. Please explain why this is important to you, and what impact you want to make in this area.

3. TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION, OR EVIDENCE OF WORK EXPERIENCE AND THE COMMUNITY SERVICE CERTIFICATION FORM (REQUIRED) – Each candidate must submit a letter of recommendation from the below options:  Options A & B or Option C.  In addition, all applicants must submit the Community Service form from Option D.

1. ACADEMIC - Submitted by a teacher, counselor, or administrator AND
2. PERSONAL - Submitted by an individual who can objectively assess your abilities and character (non-family member). OR
3. WORK EXPERIENCE – Submitted by an employer orsupervisor (non-family member)
4. COMMUNITY SERVICE FORM – Candidate will complete the form to describe community involvement in a particular program and the signature of the community service organization representative is required.  Click link to download: Community Service Form

So that the committee can evaluate each letter effectively, please identify the option at the top of each recommendation letter.

4. SCHOOL CERTIFICATION FORM AND OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT - The School Certification Form should be completed by a school administrator and accompanied by an official school transcript. The School Certification Form and official transcript must be sent via U.S. Mail and RECEIVED BY APRIL 30, 2025. Both documents should be mailed to:

The Ivy Centennial Foundation, Incorporated
ATTN:  ICF Scholarship Chairman
10736 Jefferson Blvd. #635
Culver City, CA 90230

5. PERSONAL SIGNATURE FORM - Please ensure that all parties have signed the applicable documents. Parent signature is required if applicant is under 18 years old on the date of application submission.

6. FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) – Please upload a PDF copy of your completed FAFSA application.

Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted, no exceptions.

All scholarship finalists will be required to submit verification of enrollment in an educational entity, community college, trade school or four-year college/university enrollment by way of registration receipt prior to disbursement of scholarship funds.

Enter the names of colleges/universities or vocational/trade/art programs to which you have applied. (indicate any acceptances):

List all special recognitions you have received and extracurricular affiliations over the last three years:

WRITTEN ESSAY - Upload Document

VIDEO ESSAY - Upload to: https://www.dropbox.com/request/Uxu0WwSlW758lvdT55fd

TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION, OR EVIDENCE OF WORK EXPERIENCE AND THE COMMUNITY SERVICE CERTIFICATION FORM (REQUIRED) – Click link to download: Community Service Form

SCHOOL CERTIFICATION FORM AND OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT - Click to download:  School Certification Form

The School Certification Form should be completed by a school administrator and accompanied by an official school transcript. The School Certification Form and official transcript must be sent via U.S. Mail and RECEIVED BY APRIL 30, 2025. Both documents should be mailed to:

The Ivy Centennial Foundation, Incorporated
ATTN:  ICF Scholarship Chair
10736 Jefferson Blvd. #635
Culver City, CA 90230

Please review your scholarship application responses and sign your name below. Your signature will confirm the information provided on this application is accurate and true. The signature will also authorize your school/academic institution to release information for consideration of the scholarship.

When you press the submit button, you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. Please print for your records and retain as verification of your application.

Please note: If any information provided on this application is deemed inaccurate or false, the Ivy Centennial Foundation, Incorporated reserves the right to disqualify your application.