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Scholarship Details

To support the next generation of youth scholars and leaders, the Office of Councilmember Mai Vang, District 8 is awarding five scholarships of $1,000 each to high school seniors who will be attending an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, vocational-technical school or equivalent.

Eligibility  

  • Applications are open to current high school seniors in their final year of upper-secondary school. Low-income students and/or undocumented students are encouraged to apply.

    Applicants must plan to enroll or are already enrolled in a full-time/part-time undergraduate study at an accredited two or four-year college, university, vocational-technical school or equivalent for the 2024-25 academic year.

    Applicants must live in District 8 and/or attend a school in District 8. Visit www.cityofsacramento.org/Mayor-Council/Find-Your-District to find if you live or attend a school in District 8.

NOTIFICATION 

All applicants will be notified late May 2024. Check presentation will occur at the State of District 8 on June 1, 2024, at the Sam & Bonnie Pannell Community Center from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Please hold that date to be present.

Awards 

Five scholarships awarded to five recipients, each $1,000. Awards are not renewable. Awards are one-time only. Funds should be used to support student’s expenses toward college or vocational school programs.

Instructions 

  • Complete the form at www.heartandhustle.org/scholarship2024 and answer the below prompt. It can be in the form of an essay (600-800 word limit), art, poem, skit, dance, etc. Be creative!

  • Include a copy of your latest high school transcript. This will be used to confirm your school attendance. Grades and GPA will not affect your eligibility to apply.

  • Upload one letter of recommendation from a coach, mentor, teacher, community leader, etc., who can attest on your behalf. Letters from family members/relatives do not count and are excluded.

  • Max file size 5 GB. If your file is larger and/or if you are submitting a video or audio, please upload on YouTube and provide a link in a word doc as your attachment.

  • If you are submitting a video, audio, or creative art piece, please also include a brief description of your submission as an attachment.

  • Must upload and submit via the form at www.heartandhustle.org/scholarship2024

  • Deadline to submit: May 13, 2024, 11:59 PM PDT

2024 Question Prompt  

In recent years, the rising cost of housing and homelessness has become increasingly prominent in communities worldwide. One of Councilmember Mai Vang’s top priorities is to increase affordable housing and end homelessness. The 2022 Point-In-Time (PIT) Count* revealed that there are about 10,000 people in Sacramento experiencing homelessness. For every 1 person exiting homelessness, 3 more lose their home.

As future leaders, your insights and ideas are invaluable in addressing these complex challenges. In an essay (600-800 words), art, poem, skit, dance, or creative form of expression, how would you propose your own ideas or strategies to tackle the challenges of affordable housing and homelessness. How can youth and adults play a role in advocating for change and contributing to solutions?

TIPS: Consider the importance of collaboration with local organizations, policymakers, and community members. Consider the long-term impact and sustainability of your proposed solution. How can it create lasting change and address the root causes of affordable housing insecurity and homelessness? Discuss potential challenges and ways to overcome them.

* The 2024 Point-In-Time (PIT) Count was conducted in January 2024. The full community report is expected to be released later this spring. Learn more at: www.sacramentostepsforward.org/continuum-of-care-point-in-time-pit-count 

Questions? Contact District 8 Office at 916-808-7008 or email district8@cityofsacramento.org