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NLSB 2026 Scholarship
Applications are

now open!

NO SAINTS LEFT BEHIND SCHOLARSHIP 2026
“Life is a journey; How may we walk with you?”

OVERVIEW
No Saints Left Behind is awarding $500 scholarships to up to 3 students.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

  • Graduating high school seniors

  • College undergraduate students

  • Minimum GPA: 2.0 or higher

WHAT YOU MUST SUBMIT

  • Completed scholarship application

  • Typed 500-word essay topic:

    • “The Importance of Community Service”

  • Two (2) letters of recommendation

    • One from a teacher, professor, or counselor

    • One from a community contact (minister, mentor, employer, etc.)

HOW RECIPIENTS ARE SELECTED
Applicants will be reviewed based on:

  • Academic record

  • Extracurricular activities and/or work experience

  • Recommendations

  • Proof of acceptance or enrollment

  • Completed application and essay

 

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Application deadline: March 20, 2026

  • Recipient notification: April 17, 2026

  • Awards presented at the Mother’s Day Banquet: Saturday, May 9, 2026

 

RECIPIENT EXPECTATIONS (IF SELECTED)

  • Attend the Mother’s Day Banquet on Saturday, May 9, 2026

  • Volunteer at one upcoming community service event (calendar will be provided)

 

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Email your completed application, essay, and both recommendation letters to:
NSLBscholarship@gmail.com

 

CONTACT
Wendy Bumphis, Scholarship Chairperson

 

AWARD CEREMONY LOCATION - May 9, 2026
Georgios Banquets
8800 W 159th St
Orland Park, IL 60462

Download the scholarship application below:

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