• The Beauty of Possibility Scholarship

    This scholarship is named in loving memory of Jesse Hughes, grandfather of Fusion Foundation founder LeAnn Drake. Jesse showed up — for his family, for his community, and for the people who needed him. That is the legacy this scholarship carries. I ask the same of every recipient: show up for yourself, for your craft, and for the people you will serve.

  • Scholarship Criteria

    - Must be at least 16 years of age
    - Must apply BEFORE starting classes.

    -Students who are already enrolled and attending Fusion Beauty Academy are not eligible.
    - Must be applying to, or accepted into, a qualifying program at Fusion Beauty Academy (Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetics, Hair Braiding or Master Educator). 
    - Students enrolling through a partner program, including Wilco Area Career Center and Joliet Township High School, are not eligible
    - Only one application per person; duplicate entries will be disqualified
    - Scholarship cannot be combined with promotional rates or discounted tuition
    - Demonstrate financial need
    - Have a genuine interest in the beauty industry
    - Be committed to personal and professional growth
    - Believe in using their gifts to uplift others

    Location: 18 Ohio Street, Joliet, IL
    Website: thefusionbeautyacademy.com

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  • Only selected recipients will be notified. Selected recipients will be contacted by phone and email within 24–48 hours of submitting their application and must respond promptly, or the scholarship will be forfeited.

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  • Terms & Agreement

    Please read all terms above before checking this box. By agreeing, you understand this scholarship is a one-time award, cannot be transferred, has no cash value, and requires 85% attendance and an 85% academic average. Failure to meet these terms will result in loss of the scholarship.

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    SCHOLARSHIP TERMS & CONDITIONS

    1. Eligibility
    - Applicants must be at least 16 years old at the time of application.
    - Applicants must apply before their program start date. Current students who have already started classes are not eligible.
    - Only one application may be submitted per individual. Duplicate applications will result in disqualification.
    - The scholarship cannot be combined with promotional rates, discounts, or other tuition reductions.
    - Students enrolling through a partner program, including Wilco Area Career Center and Joliet Township High School, are not eligible. These programs already include school district contributions and reduced tuition.
    - All information provided must be true and complete. False or misleading information will result in disqualification or loss of the scholarship.

    2. Selection Process
    - Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, applicant potential, and alignment with the mission of Fusion Foundation and Fusion Beauty Academy.
    - All decisions made by the scholarship committee are final.
    - Only selected recipients will be notified.

    3. Award Distribution
    -- Award amounts by program: Cosmetology up to $5,000; Barber up to $5,000; Esthetics up to $1,550; Hair Braiding up to $1,500; 
    - Master Educator award amount to be announced.
    - The award is applied as a credit directly to the student's tuition at Fusion Beauty Academy. It does not cover the student kit, textbooks, or other fees.
    - The award is applied across the length of the program. Any portion not yet applied is forfeited if the scholarship is lost.
    - No cash, refunds, or disbursements of any kind will be made to the recipient.

    4. Attendance & Academic Requirements
    Recipients must maintain:
    - A minimum of 85% attendance
    - A minimum of 85% academic average
    - Compliance with Fusion Beauty Academy's code of conduct, attendance policy, and all school policies
    - Excessive absences may result in probation, loss of the scholarship, and/or withdrawal from the program.
    - Recipients who fall below these requirements will receive a written warning and one probation period to improve. Failure to meet requirements after probation will result in loss of the scholarship.

    5. Withdrawal, Dismissal & Loss of Scholarship
    - Recipients who withdraw or are dismissed from the program forfeit the scholarship and may not reapply.
    - If the scholarship is lost for any reason, the student is responsible for the remaining tuition balance at the regular tuition rate.

    6. Non-Transferability
    - The scholarship is non-transferable. It cannot be transferred to another person, program, or school.
    - It must be used within the awarded enrollment cycle and has no cash value.

    7. Publicity & Media Release
    - Recipients agree to allow Fusion Foundation and Fusion Beauty Academy to use their name, image, and story for promotional purposes, including website, social media, and fundraising.
    - Participation in a student spotlight, testimonial, or community project is required.

    8. Reporting & Follow-Up
    - Recipients may be asked to provide a brief update or reflection during or after their training program.
    - Fusion Foundation may request post-program feedback to track impact and improvement.

    9. Right to Modify or Cancel
    - Fusion Foundation reserves the right to modify or cancel scholarship awards, guidelines, or availability at any time due to funding, enrollment, or other administrative needs.

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