Steps For Change Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Wealth By Health Foundation

Introduction The Steps For Change Scholarship is a combined income- and merit-based award intended to support up to three high school seniors as they begin college. Three recipients will each receive $2,000 to help advance their career goals. The scholarship recognizes students from low-income households who show leadership, a commitment to meaningful community impact, academic achievement, a passion for community empowerment, and a dedication to ongoing personal growth. Eligibility To qualify for the Steps For Change Scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following: - Have lawful/legal status in the United States. - Be a current high school senior who expects to graduate in 2025. - Have been accepted to, and plan to enroll in, an accredited college or university for Fall 2025. - Have a household income under $64,300 for 2025. - Hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5. Note: Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered. The income cutoff is based on a family-of-four threshold at 200% of the 2025 federal poverty level. Application deadline All application materials must be received by May 16th, 2025. Required materials (submit all items) 1) Completed scholarship application - Apply via the online form linked on the scholarship page, or download the PDF application, complete it, and return it by email or mail. - Email submissions: scholarships@wealthbyhealth.org - Mail: PO Box 27685, Los Angeles, CA 90027 2) Official transcript - Send transcripts to PO Box 27685, Los Angeles, CA 90027 or email to scholarships@wealthbyhealth.org. - Emailed transcripts will be accepted for the initial review; an official paper/electronic transcript may be requested if you are selected as a recipient. 3) One letter of recommendation - Written and signed by a faculty member or community leader on official letterhead when possible. - Send as a PDF attachment to scholarships@wealthbyhealth.org or by mail to PO Box 27685, Los Angeles, CA 90027. 4) One-minute video - Record a one-minute response to the prompt: “How would you value yourself?” - Begin the video by stating your full name. - Submit the video by emailing it to scholarships@wealthbyhealth.org or upload it to YouTube and send the link to that same email address. Submission reminders - All four items above must be submitted by the May 16th, 2025 deadline for an application to be considered complete. - If you have questions about the application process, use scholarships@wealthbyhealth.org for inquiries.