SCHOLARSHIPS

The Ivy Centennial Foundation, Incorporated (ICF) was established by a group of African American sorority women in the Culver City/West Los Angeles area of Los Angeles County.  They established this foundation in Culver City, California as a public charity.  These women were members of the Mu Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.  They established ICF with the intent of improving the lives of vulnerable populations and communities of color. 

 

The mission of the foundation is very much focused on education.  In supporting the ongoing achievements of its scholarship recipients beyond high school, The Ivy Centennial Foundation:

 
  1. Cultivates and encourages high scholastic and ethical standards.

  2. Maintains a progressive interest in college life experiences, and progress of its scholarship and award recipients.

  3. Advocates community service from its scholarship applicants.

  4. Prepares a college send-off event for its scholarship and award recipients.

  5. Encourages recipients to maintain high academic averages and to avail themselves of the counseling and mental health resources offered at the institution where they matriculate.

 

ICF distributes scholarships and awards throughout Los Angeles County based on both need and academic average.

 

The Foundation awards scholarships to eligible high school students that provide financial assistance in obtaining a college degree and/or certification.  The funds are provided upon receipt of evidence of enrollment in an accredited college or university.

 

Mission Statement:  The Ivy Centennial Foundation will promote education and academic success, cultural enrichment, and foster health—physical, mental, and financial well-being for vulnerable populations and communities of color in Culver City/West Los Angeles and around the globe.

 

 

Our application period is currently closed. Look for new scholarship opportunities in 2025.

2024 Ivy Centennial Scholarship

Application period: Friday, March 1 -Wednesday, April 24, 2024

(Scholarships/Awards range from $1,000 - $5,000)

The Ivy Centennial Foundation awards scholarships in two categories to deserving high school Seniors each year. The award is provided upon evidence of enrollment in either category 1 or category 2 institutions.

Category 1:    Evidence of enrollment in College/University that offers a bachelor’s degree.

Category 2:    Evidence of enrollment in a trade or educational entity that offers training and Certification in technical, specialty fields or journey man trades.

Please see the steps to complete the process below. The Scholarship Application provides a detailed list of all required documents.

  • The submission deadline is Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
  • Items that are to be mailed in must be received by Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Eligibility Criteria

Category 1:

  1.     Be a United States citizen.
  2.     Be a graduating high school senior (Class of 2024) attending a high school in Los Angeles County.
  3.     Have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
  4.     Have completed community service hours within the previous three years.
  5.     Have demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by participation in extracurricular activities.
  6.     All scholarship materials must be received no later than Wednesday April 24, 2024 (Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.).
  7.     Must be available to attend a virtual interview in late May 2024 (semi-finalists only).

Category 2:

  1.     Be a United States citizen.
  2.     Be a graduating high school senior (Class of 2024) attending a high school in Los Angeles County.
  3.     Have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
  4.     Have completed community service hours within the previous three years.
  5.     Have completed apprenticeship and/or work experience within the previous three years.
  6.     Have demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by participation in extracurricular activities.
  7.     All scholarship materials must be received no later than Wednesday, April 24, 2024 (Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.).
  8.     Must be available to attend a virtual interview in late May 2024 (semi-finalists only).

Link to 2024 ICF Application

Link to Submit 2024 Application and Documentation

CLICK HERE for more information about the Ivy Centennial Foundation, Inc. Thank you for your support as we help to prepare the leaders of tomorrow!

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