2026 LEARN Foundation Scholarship Application

2026 LEARN Foundation Scholarship Application

Founded in 1996, The LEARN Foundation has awarded over $800,000 in scholarships and grants to more than 1,000 Prince George's County students in communities surrounding Northwest Stadium, administered by the Greater Washington Community Foundation. Apply Now — 2026 LEARN Foundation Scholarship Deadline: May 10, 2026 at Midnight.

Instructions

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APPLICATION DEADLINE 10 MAY 2026.

APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To be considered, applicants must meet all three of the following requirements:

1. Residency You must be a current resident of the Northwest Stadium Impact Area in Prince George's County, Maryland — within approximately 5 miles of formerly FedEx Field/NorthWest Stadium (1600 Ring Road, Landover, MD 20785).

Eligible zip codes:
- 20785 — Landover, Palmer Park, Kentland
- 20743 — Capitol Heights, Seat Pleasant
- 20784 — Landover Hills, Hyattsville
- 20706 — Glenarden
- 20774 — Largo, Lake Arbor
- 20747 — District Heights, Forestville
⭐ Applicants residing within 3 miles of Northwest Stadium will receive priority consideration.

Not sure if you qualify? Visit Google Maps and search "Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD" to check your distance. Questions? Contact us at learnfoundation18@gmail.com before applying.

2. Academic Standing Must be a current high school senior with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale or equivalent).

3. Enrollment Intent Must plan to attend a college or accredited trade school during the award year.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Complete all sections of this application and submit the following required documents. All documents must be typed or word-processed.

A. Application Form Complete all fields in this application in full.

B. Personal Essay Write a personal statement of 200–500 words (maximum 3 pages, double-spaced) addressing:
- Your community service involvement
- Your educational and career goals
- Any obstacles you have overcome in pursuing a college education
  
  Your personal opinion and voice are a valued part of this essay.
C. Official Transcript Submit an official transcript covering grades 9–12 that:
- Includes your cumulative GPA
- Is signed by a school official
If your school uses a grading scale other than 4.0, you must include an explanation of your school's grading system.

D. School Letter Submit a letter from your high school that addresses your:
- Attendance record
- Academic performance
- Citizenship/behavior
E. Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
Obtain two letters from two different sources (e.g., teacher, pastor, principal, community leader, or mentor). Each letter must specify the writer's relationship to you or the capacity in which they know you.

IMPORTANT NOTICES — Please Read Before Submitting
1. ⚠️ Incomplete applications will not be considered. All required documents, signatures, and transcripts must be included.
2. ⭐ Applicants residing closest to Northwest Stadium (within 3 miles) will receive priority consideration.
3. Community service involvement is highly valued in the selection process.
  Appearance, spelling, and grammar will be evaluated as part of your application.
4. If your school uses a grading scale other than 4.0, include a written explanation.
5. All funds are paid directly to the college or trade school the recipient plans to attend and are only available during the award year.
6. Awards may be renewed pending review by The LEARN Foundation.
  Minimum scholarship award: $1,000.00
7. 📅 Scholarship awards will be announced in June 2026.

Applicant Information
Last Name*
First Name*
Street Address*
City*
State*
Zip Code*
Phone (Applicant)*
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Email (Applicant)*
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Date of Birth*

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High School Information
High School Name*
High School Address*
Cumulative Grade Point Average (on 4.0 scale)*
Parent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian 1 - Name*
Parent/Guardian 1 - Address*
Parent/Guardian 1 - Phone*
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Parent/Guardian 1 - Relationship to Applicant*
Parent/Guardian 2 - Name
Parent/Guardian 2 - Address
Parent/Guardian 2 - Phone
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Parent/Guardian 2 - Relationship to Applicant
College or Trade School Information
College or Trade School Name (Planning to Attend)
College or Trade School Address (Planning to Attend)
College or Trade School Bursar's Office Address
Itemized Tuition for One Full Academic Year
Total Tuition for One Full Academic Year (USD)*
Tuition (USD)*
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Other (Description)
Other (Amount in USD)
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2026 LEARN Foundation Scholarship Application

Instructions

Applicant Information

High School Information

Parent/Guardian Information

College or Trade School Information

Itemized Tuition for One Full Academic Year

Required Information Checklist