Purple Hands is pleased to offer scholarships to deserving high school seniors to pursue their dreams of higher education. Our goal is to empower the next generation by offering scholarships for high school seniors who qualify.  Purple Hands is currently accepting applications for its 2025 scholarship award.

The requirements are as follows:

● Must be a graduating high school senior enrolled in a Gaston or Mecklenburg County public, private or charter school

● Must submit an official copy of the high school transcript

● Transcript must be current and reflect student’s first semester

● Must present an official letter of acceptance to a two or four-year institution of higher education in the U.S. during the 2025 Fall Semester

● Application must submit three separate letters of recommendation from non-relatives highlighting their character, integrity, leadership, academic ability, community service.

● Must upload a 2 minute video answering "How do your unique experiences, passions, or curiosities shape the way you approach your academic pursuits? In what ways do you see these influences driving your future contributions as both a scholar and a leader in your field?"

● Must submit a complete, signed and dated application which shall include all required documents and information

● Resume is strongly encouraged

I hereby certify that I have read and understand the requirements of this scholarship application. I have submitted all required information, and each statement made on this application is true and complete. I understand that any misstatement or omission of information will subject me to disqualification. I also understand and agree that all information submitted will become the property of Purple Hands.

1. The applicant'schoice of their postsecondary educational program.

2. The applicant's achievements reflect his/her ability.

3. The applicant's ability to set realistic and attainable goals.

4. The quality of the applicant's commitment to school and/or community.

5. The applicant is able to seek, find, and use learning resources.

6. The applicant demonstrates curiosity and initiative.

7. The applicant demonstrates good problem-solving skills, follows through, and      comletes tasks.

8. The applicant's respect for self and others.

9. Readability of essay.

10. Spelling and Punctuation

*Video must be included with your application

To qualify for this Purple Hands Scholarship award, you must obtain three typed letters of reference. Each will be from a person (non relative) who knows you and can speak to the caliber of the individual you are. Each different reference should be in a separate document.

References will contain the following information:

• Name and address of the person providing the reference
• How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity?
• Examples of how the student exemplifies academic excellence and the impact to their community that would justify why the student is deserving of this scholarship.

Please send your official transcripts in a sealed envelope to the following address:

Purple Hands
Attn: Scholarship Committee
3207 French Woods Road
Charlotte, NC 28269

I certify that this scholarship application has been completed in its entirety and all required information is included. I understand that an incomplete applications will result in disqualification.