NHBW Joliet 2026 Continuing/Returning College Student Scholarship Application

NHBW Joliet 2026 Continuing/Returning College Student Scholarship Application

National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. - Joliet Chapter
Greetings Continuing/Returning College Students,

National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. Scholarship Program

The National Hook-Up of Black Women (NHBW) Inc. is a non-profit 501c3 organization founded in 1974. NHBW, Inc. works to improve the quality of life, facilitate preservation, achieve self-empowerment, and promote economic development. Membership reflects a diversity of women from varied business, professional and community disciplines crossing all economic, social, and educational levels.

The Joliet Chapter was established in October 1991. Each year NHBW, Joliet Chapter awards scholarships up to $1,000 to current college students who have demonstrated academic excellence and service to their community.

Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission Scholarship Program

Since 2008, the Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission (SCHCC) Scholarship Program has provided over 2.15 million dollars in scholarships and grants to create a stronger, healthier future for the residents of the eastside of Joliet. (Only students who live in zip codes: 60432, 60433, 60436, and Lockport Grade School District #89 60441 are eligible for this SCHCC Scholarship).

Continuing /Returning College Students Requirements
- Applicants must be a full time continuing or returning college student at the time of applying for the scholarship.
- Applicants must be enrolled in either a two- or four-year accredited educational institution.
- Applicant must be in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- Applicants must agree to use scholarship funds only for educational purposes.
- Only students who live in zip codes 60432, 60433, 60436, and Lockport Grade School District #89 60441 are eligible for SCHCC Scholarship.
- Only students who are residents of Will County are eligible for the NHBW scholarship.
- Students may only apply for one scholarship: SCHCC or NHBW.
Continuing/College Application Process (Deadline: Monday, March 23, 2026)
- Applicants must complete all sections of the application.
- A sealed Official Transcript from the college/university must accompany the application.
- Include a color picture of yourself with the application. Applications missing photo will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
- One letter of recommendation is required from a school official or a community leader.
- Review entire application carefully before submitting to ensure all sections are complete and accurate.
Name*

First NameMiddle InitialLast Name
Current Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Current Email Address*
example@example.com
Current College Attending:*
Expected Graduation Date:*
AssociateBachelorMastersPostgraduate
Major: Major*
Minor: Minor
Cumulative GradePoint Average (GPA) Your most recent OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT is required.)*
Parent/Guardian Name*
Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
List any college, community, or volunteer activities which you have participated.*
Were you a scholarship recipient last year? (Select all that apply.)

NHBWSCHCC
Submit one letter of recommendation one from a school official or a community leader.
Application Deadline: Monday, March 23, 2026

Please be sure that all areas (A-J) have been completed. The application must be postmarked or timestamped by the date above. Applications received after the postmarked or timestamped date will be declined.

Please visit our website: www.nhbwjoliet.com
I verify all information on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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