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All applicants must be nominated by a partner community-based organization. No unsolicited applications will be considered. These scholarships will finance two kinds of scholars:
The scholarships are intended for students pursuing post-secondary education. All candidates must be nominated by a participating community-based organization (CBO) with which the candidate has had a minimum six-month relationship. The considerations for an award of scholarship are listed below: Character: Many of the applicants for these scholarships will not always have had smooth sailing in terms of academic performance. What we are looking for is evidence of commitment, discipline, and a track record of performance, particularly in the last two years immediately preceding application. This may be shown in terms of performance in obtaining a GED or high school degree, employment, extra curricular activities, church, community service or other areas. Community-Based Organization (CBO): The applicant must have and agree to maintain regular contact and involvement with their sponsoring community-based organization and mentor during their college or post-secondary education. Each New Futures scholar must sign an agreement that outlines the specific contact/involvement responsibilities with the community-based organization. Financial Status: These scholarships are intended for students who clearly do not have the financial resources to finance their education without financial support. Students must also apply for all other forms of financial aid for which they are eligible (Pell Grants, DC LEAP, DC TAG, DC CAP, etc.). The applications will be submitted to a Selection Committee that will review them and contact all potentially qualified applicants for an interview. The interview will focus on the applicant’s experience and plans for future education. The scholarships will be awarded shortly after the interviews are completed. Funds will be disbursed by our community-based organization partners directly to the educational institutions at the appropriate time and are dependent upon the applicant maintaining a passing academic record. |
Please return completed applications by October 15 (for fall selection) or April 7 (for spring selection) to:
New Futures
1965 Biltmore Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
The following 5 supplemental materials must also be included in the application:
- Current High School transcript or GED diploma and test scores. (If the student is already enrolled in post-secondary education, a current cumulative transcript must be included.)
- Two Letters of Recommendation (should be written specific to the applicant and not from family members. Suggested sources: teacher, employer, coach, clergy member, mentor)
- Personal Essay
- Financial FAFSA Documentation (Student Aid Report), if eligible for federal aid (if not eligible, attach explanation)
- Financial Plan (use the template included)
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For Current New Futures scholars in need of additional funding:
Rather than applying for a second scholarship, a current scholar who is continuing with his or her existing program but is in need of additional funding may apply for a scholarship funding extension. He or she should complete the application for supplemental funding attached below and include the required attachments (see the form for more details). Note: This process is intended for scholars who are continuing with existing programs, not those who are pursuing a second certification or degree.
These applications for supplemental funding may be sent at any time throughout the year, but should be sent at least 6 weeks prior to the start of the semester for which funding is needed. New Futures will review the application and determine if additional funding is or is not granted, and, if granted, the additional amount.
Applications for supplemental funding should be sent to:
New Futures
c/o Debbie Carty
9903 Stoneybrook Drive
Kensington, MD 20895---------------------------------------------------------------
Current Scholar Forms:
Each semester, the transmittal form attached below must be completed and forwarded to your Community Organization along with the specified attachments in order to receive funding for the upcoming semester.
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