Clone of SPF Scholarship Application 2025

Founded in 2023, the Sspringfield Pearls Foundaiton, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charity that supports education, the arts and other community building activities in Springfield/Lorton, Virginia. Our mission is to provide resources for charitable, civic and direct service programs. These include scholarships, educational assistance and partnerships with other agencies to magnify community impact.

Purpose: To identify high school seniors who possess a strong desire for academic excellence, leadership positions in student organizations, and plan on attending college in the Fall of 2026, as a full-time student.

Reward: (5) Five individuals will be selected from the pool of qualified applicants will be awarded a scholarship for financial assistance during their 2026-27 college academic year of $3,000.00/each.

Qualifications: Interested candidates must meet the following criteria to qualify for this award:

- High School Seniors who live in the Springfield/Lorton area OR high school seniors who attend John Lewis High School, West Springfield High School, or South County High School graduating in June 2026 that has applied and been admitted to a college or university.

- GPA of at least 2.50 on a 4.00 scale;

- At least one of the 5 scholars will attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

- Complete a narrative of no more than 500 words, discussing the following:

How will you use your education to make a positive impact in the community?

*Application must be submitted by March 31, 2025 at 11:59pmEST.

General Information
I am a graduating high school senior:*

attending John Lewis High Schoolattending South County High Schoolattending West Springfield High SchoolI live in the Springfield/Lorton, Virginia area
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Educational Information
Cumulative Unweighted GPA*
Please upload a copy of your unofficial high school transcript (PDF Format only):*

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Please upload a letter of recommendation from your high school counselor or teacher. If your school counselor will only provide a letter of recommendation directly to our organization, please have them email the letter to admin@springfieldpearls.org.*

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Name of College or University you have been accepted to, have applied to or plan to attend*
Have you been Accepted?*

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University or College Acceptance Letter (PDF or JPEG formats ONLY):*

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Please include your academic honors and awards, community service and extra-curricular activities you have been involved in during high school OR you can upload your resume below.:

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**Optional upload of your resume which contains your academic honors and awards, community service and extra-curricular activities you have been involved in during high school: (PDF format only)

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Career Statement
What are your career objectives / goals?*

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Financial Need
How would this scholarship help you meet any unmet financial need in 2026-2027?*

ESSAY
In a narrative of no more than 500 words, please discuss one of the following:

How will you use your education

to make a positive impact in the community?
ESSAY SUBMISSION*

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Scholarship Terms and Conditions/ Certification and Release Authorization:
I/We certify that this information is complete and accurate. I/We authorize the release of this information to confirm and/or verify this application. I/We further grant unto Springfield Pearls Foundation, Inc., the right to use my name and likeness in connection with the promotion of the Springfield Pearls Foundation and Alpha Beta Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.’s Scholarship Program on, but not limited to, our website, email distribution, and social media platforms. I also consent, that if chosen as a scholarship finalist, if requested, I will participate in the virtual scholarship committee interview.

I certify that I meet the eligibility criteria for the Springfield Pearls Foundation and Alpha Beta Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.’s Scholarship Program, and have attached my college/university letter of acceptance, essay submission, and 1 letter of recommendation. I understand that applications that are incomplete, late or not submitted in accordance with directions will be ineligible for consideration.

I hereby apply for the Springfield Pearls Foundation and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Beta Alpha Omega Chapter's Scholarship Program. I understand if I am selected to receive one of the scholarships, Springfield Pearls and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Beta Alpha Omega Chapter has no legal liability or obligation to me other than the payment of the Scholarship Award on my behalf to the accredited school listed above. I further understand that if I choose not to enroll after payment of the Scholarship, I am responsible to notify my school and notify Springfield Pearls and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Beta Alpha Omega Chapter of my decision.

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