Apply for a Scholarship

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Which scholarship?

Choose one or more. Each scholarship has its own focus and age range, listed on the Scholarships page.

Twin Power Scholarship ($250) STEM Scholarship ($1,000) George and Ruby Joseph Scholarship ($1,000) Jaden Blake Sports and Social Justice Scholarship ($500) Belton M. Rivers Sports Scholarship ($500)

Applicant information

Full name *

Date of birth *

Current school *

Current grade *

What do you dream of being when you grow up? *

Applicant email *

Applicant phone *

Parent or guardian

Required if the applicant is under 25 years of age. If the applicant is 25 or older, write N/A in the name field and leave the phone and email blank.

Parent or guardian name *

Parent or guardian phone

Parent or guardian email

Your essay

Complete a minimum 1000+ word essay that discusses in detail the following:

Describe how education can help you achieve your dream.
How do you contribute to your community? Where do you volunteer or how do you give back? Provide details.
Creatively incorporate how you are striving to succeed and reach your dream. Provide details.
What will the scholarship be used for?

Type your essay below, or attach it as a file.

Essay

Or attach your essay (PDF or Word)

A few more questions

Have you participated in any Ready Set Dream Big programs or volunteered in our community projects in the past? *

Yes No

How did you hear about our scholarships? Please include a name if applicable. *

Required materials

Please attach a professional looking photo of the applicant with a clear background, and proof of current school enrollment. Keep each file under about 8 MB.

Photo of the applicant (professional, clear background) *

Proof of current school enrollment *

Certification

I certify that the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. *

Type your full name as your signature *

Date *

Prefer paper? Download the application as a PDF and email it to info@rsdreambig.org by August 16, 2026.

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