Applicants must submit the following: 1. Completed Online Scholarship Application 2. A parent or legal guardian must complete or approve the online application through the Foundation’s website. All required sections must be completed accurately. 2. Proof of Age Submit a clear copy of the applicant’s birth certificate, passport, government-issued identification, or another official document showing the applicant’s date of birth. 3. Proof of Enrollment or Acceptance Provide a current enrollment verification letter, acceptance letter, registration document, or other official confirmation from the participating educational institution. 4. Proof of Household Income or Financial Hardship Provide documents that reasonably demonstrate the household’s financial circumstances. Supporting documents may include: • Employment letter or recent pay statements. • Proof of unemployment or loss of income. • Government assistance documentation. • Pension or benefit statement. • Written statement explaining the household’s financial hardship. • Documentation relating to extraordinary family circumstances. The Foundation may request additional information when necessary to assess financial need. 5. Most Recent Report Card Submit the applicant’s most recent report card, progress report, academic transcript, or other official academic record. 6. Attendance and Conduct Report Provide an attendance and behavior report from the educational institution, when available. The report should indicate the applicant’s attendance record, conduct, and compliance with school rules. 7. Tuition Statement Provide a current tuition invoice, fee statement, or other official document showing: • The student’s name. • The educational institution’s name. • The applicable academic year or school term. • The tuition amount due. • The institution’s payment information. 8. Applicant Statement or Essay Submit an original statement or essay of approximately 300 to 500 words addressing: • The applicant’s educational and career goals. • Why education is important to the applicant. • How financial hardship has affected the applicant’s education. • How the scholarship would support the applicant’s goals. • How the applicant hopes to contribute positively to their family or community. The statement should reflect the applicant’s own experiences, ideas, and voice. 9. Parent or Guardian Consent The applicant’s parent or legal guardian must authorize participation in the scholarship process and permit the Foundation to verify the submitted information. 10. Applicant and Parent Certification The applicant and parent or guardian must certify that all submitted information and documents are accurate, complete, and authentic. False, incomplete, or misleading information may result in disqualification, withdrawal of the scholarship, or termination of continued assistance. 11. Additional Documents The Foundation may request additional documents or information necessary to evaluate eligibility, financial need, academic progress, attendance, conduct, or tuition expenses.