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Bold Be You Scholarship

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$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Apr 1, 2022
Winners Announced
Apr 30, 2022
Education Level
Any
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“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson.

It can feel impossible to truly be yourself in our current society. With so many people, trends, and expectations trying to influence you, remaining true to yourself is a difficult task.

This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about staying true to themselves and living boldly.

Any student who is dedicated to being themself may apply for this scholarship. To apply, tell us how you remain true to yourself in your daily life.

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Published September 25, 2021
$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
Apr 1, 2022
Winners Announced
Apr 30, 2022
Education Level
Any
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Essay Topic

How do you stay true to yourself in your daily life?

150–300 words

Winners and Finalists

April 2022

Winners
Imani Warner
Governors State University
Hazel Crest, IL
Finalists
Jessica Favela
Springdale High School
Lowell, AR
Logan McGranaghan
Hilton High School
Parma, NY
Matthew Boutin
Seekonk High
Seekonk, MA
Justine Rose
Northeastern University
Malden, MA

Winning Application

Imani Warner
Governors State UniversityHazel Crest, IL
Staying true to who you are is difficult in 2021, especially for young women. On social media, there are many celebrities or public figures that have gotten plastic surgery, face lifts, nose jobs, and injections. It makes it hard to stay true to who you are as a person and to be comfortable in your own skin. The way I stay true to myself in my daily life is doing self affirmations in the mirror. I remind myself that I am beautiful, I am kind, and I am worthy of all good things in life. I also journal about the things going on in my life. It helps to keep me grounded and remind me of my surroundings and the people I associate myself with. Knowing who you associate yourself with and what they bring to your life can help you figure out who you are and where you are in life. Many people forget that aspect in life. Your friends are a reflection of you. Sometimes I will take time away from my friends some days and reflect on what we have done together and how they add or take away from me. I also make sure that I stay true to who I am and how I grew up. I do not change how I act when I am around other people. If I notice that someone may not like the energy I bring, I will make new friends or be around new people. I accept myself for who I am and I am also aware that I am changing a lot due to the fact that I am a new college student. I am still figuring out who I am and that is okay. I am just making sure that I am staying true to my values.

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 1, 2022. Winners will be announced on Apr 30, 2022.

How will scholarship application information be used?

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Apr 30, 2022. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.

How should I get in touch with questions?

If you have any questions about this scholarship or the Bold.org platform, just email contact@bold.org and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.

Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.

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