​ERNIE L.WHITE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD APPLICATION

Purpose: n-ACTION Family Network will offer financial support to a disadvantaged, underprivileged minority student with economic challenges. 

Award: In memory of Ernie L. White, who was a strong supporter of n-ACTION Family Network and a promoter of youth seeking higher education, the Ernie L. White Scholarship will be granted to a student who has shown exceptional academic achievement, documented community service, extra-curricular involvement, and proven financial need. Applicant plans to pursue an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree
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Amount of the Scholarship: $500 - $1,000 (to be determined, on a case-by-case basis)
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Academic Criteria:

1. Applicant has maintained a minimum 3.0 grade point average. A copy of the current, official high school transcript must be provided in support of reported GPA.
2. Applicant has been accepted and/or enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in the current fall semester following high school graduation; or no more than two semesters post high school, or age 21. A copy of the university’s Acceptance Letter or proof of registration must be included as proof of eligibility and required documentation.

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Financial Criteria:
Applicant must provide at least one of the following forms of documentation to demonstrate financial need:

1. Current W-2
2. AFDC (Aid to Families with Dependent Children)
3. State benefit notification letter
4. Financial Award Letter

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Volunteer Service: Applicant must provide documentation of community/volunteer service.
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Application Requirements:

1. An Application Cover Letter is addressed to the Scholarship Committee. This letter should include a brief description of the applicant’s biographical (background) information, achievements or community services, and current financial status.
   ​The letter should also include a statement describing their financial need, a copy of a current income tax return, and a statement of financial hardship of both parents.
2. Write a 500-word, double-spaced essay, describing an obstacle that became a life-changing opportunity for you to change or make a difference in someone’s life.
3. Two (2) professional letters of recommendation or references from educators (teacher and/or counselor).
4. A copy of the Acceptance Letter or proof of enrollment (from perspective institution).
5. Provide the most current or recent official transcript.
6. A camera-ready, head-shot photo.
7. The completion of the Certification Agreement from n-ACTION Family Network must be signed and returned prior to releasing scholarship funds, if selected.

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Please mail the completed application and materials to:
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Mailing Address:
n-ACTION Family Network
P.O. Box 1715
La Mirada, CA 90637-1715
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All completed applications, supporting documentation, and a camera-ready (head-shot) photo must be received no later than May 1st. No email applications will be accepted.

Application Period: January 30th - May 1st (Incomplete applications or applications not received by May 1st will be disqualified.)

Questions: For questions or additional information, call: (562)964-068

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