Thursday, January 24, 2013

Black Skeptics Los Angeles "First in the Family" Humanist Scholarship

Black Skeptics Los Angeles is sponsoring two $500 scholarships for first generation college-bound students in the Los Angeles Unified School District. We are currently seeking matching funds for our $500 membership contribution. Scholarship eligibility is as follows: I. Preference will be given to students who are (or have been) in foster care, homeless, undocumented and/or LGBTQ. II. Applicants must have a record of service to and participation in school and/or community-based organizations. III. Applicants must be recommended by an advisor/teacher and complete a two-paragraph essay on Humanism and social justice. IV. Applicants must provide an admission letter to a 2 or 4 year college. For more information on how to donate or apply please contact blackskeptics@gmail.com. Black Skeptics Los Angeles is a 501c3 organization.