LMG Foundation’s Gift: The Scholarship for Success
Welcome to the LMG Foundation Scholarship
At the heart of the LMG Foundation Scholarship lies the spirit of Lula Mae Gay—a remarkable individual who dedicated her life to serving others with boundless love and selflessness. Although she had little material wealth, her generosity knew no bounds.
The LMG Foundation redefines the support for our scholars. Beyond financial aid, our mentorship program pairs each recipient with a dedicated guide, ensuring comprehensive growth. Through engaging speaking events, ongoing group connections, and a network of past and present scholars, we create a community that fosters seamless transitions into and through higher education.
Our aim is to nurture success in every facet of our scholars' lives.
Our Mission
Our mission is to foster empowerment through meaningful connections, address critical needs, provide exposure to opportunities, and catalyze expansion for aspiring scholars.
Do You Qualify For This Scholarship?
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Eligibility Requirements/Qualifications:
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Graduating high school/homeschooled seniors with acceptance into an accredited two (2) year technical school or four (4) year university/college.
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For students pending acceptance, funds will not be dispersed until acceptance and class enrollment has been confirmed.
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Entering or returning student at an accredited undergraduate institution in the United States and must be enrolled full-time (as deemed by your school/university).
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This scholarship is open to applicants from any field of interest or major.
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A United States citizen, legal alien or non-citizen who has a current lawful presence in the United States and a work permit.
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Individuals who are not US citizens but who have adequate and proper documentation that will allow them to be accepted into colleges and universities within the United States.
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Other Considerations:
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Applicants will be required to explain the financial need.
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Applicants may be asked to provide a current resume or CV which should include:
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Education
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Leadership skills
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Extracurricular and/or volunteer activities
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Working experience (if applicable)
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Various ways of contributing to society and/or others
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Applicants may be required to provide an official transcript.
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GPAs will be considered on a case-by-case basis. We understand that adjustments and life events do occur which may impact grades.
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It is highly recommended for applicants with cumulative GPAs less than 2.5 to provide additional information. However, students with lower GPAs are still encouraged to apply.
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Candidates will need to provide two (2) current (dated within a year of applying) letters of recommendation from any of the following:
**Please note, it is highly suggested for recommendations letters to be on a letterhead, signed and dated by the individual providing the letter.**-
Teacher or Professor
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Coach or Mentor
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Guidance Counselor or Principal
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Pastor
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Employer/Supervisor
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All applicants will be asked to provide a current headshot of themselves.
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Selected applicants will be required to attend a Google Meet or Zoom interview.
What to Expect When You Apply
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Application: Using the link below, you will be lead to an online application where you will be able to answer the application questions and enter all of the required information to apply. We highly recommend you take your time and answer the questions thoroughly.
Our most successful applicants have been detailed in their responses and made sure to answer each question concisely and completely.
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Interview: We use the term “interview” loosely. In this stage of the process, we utilize the interviews as an opportunity to for the applicant and the interviewer to get to know one another. The interview allows both you and the interviewer to ask one another questions.
Additionally, this is an opportunity for you to speak more to your accomplishments, further clarify responses from your application, and share additional information that will help the interviewer and the Foundation to better understand your background and your future endeavors.
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Selection Process: Once all interviews have been conducted, the Board Members gather to discuss the applicants’ application and interview. From here, we made a final decision on which applicants will be selected as recipients for the scholarships. All individuals are shortly notified of our decision and the next steps to follow.
You will be required to provide proof of college acceptance and/or proof of active enrollment for both the fall and spring semester.
Timelines
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Application cycle Opens on January 1, 2024.
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All applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 US EST on June 1, 2024. Any application received after this deadline will not be accepted.
Application Review Process
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Review of applications will begin on June 17, 2023.
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Non-selection letters and letters requesting interviews will be sent via email to applicants no later than July 17, 2024.
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Zoom interviews will begin on August 8, 2024.
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Two (2) finalists will be selected by September 4, 2024.
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Awards will be sent to the finalists' school in September 2024.
Quick Facts About Us
In the past five years, our organization has experienced remarkable growth. We've received over 200 applications, demonstrating the increasing recognition and impact of our initiatives. Through our efforts, we've proudly awarded more than $20,000 in scholarships, empowering deserving students to pursue their academic dreams.
200+
Applications
received
28
Scholarship Recipients
Universities We Have Connected With
"I attend a private Christian school that I wouldn’t be able to attend without help from scholarships, so LMG helped to make my college experience possible. I also loved the mentorship aspect - that is so incredibly needed today (especially for college students) so I’m so grateful for Chiquta and the way that she poured into me all through my freshman year."
Kaylie B.