E4E "NEXT STEP" GRANT OVERVIEW - ELIGIBILITY - INSTRUCTIONS

• Our grants provide a one-time award of up to $1,500 for academic, career, or entrepreneurial enrichment for graduating male students attending George Washington Preparatory High School (GWPHS) in Los Angeles, California or residing in/attending school in South Los Angeles and nearby communities.​

• E4E will award Grants, based on the applicant’s application, essay, and Letters of Recommendation.​

CRITERIA AND ELIGIBILITY (2025 E4E NEXT STEP GRANT APPLICANTS)

1. Applicants must attend George Washington Preparatory High School (GWPHS) in Los Angeles, California or live/attend school in South Los Angeles and in the surrounding communities including Carson, Gardena and Inglewood.

2. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior in the year of the award.

3. Applicants must have at least a unweighted grade point average of 2.70.

4. Applicants must demonstrate community involvement, improvement in academics, and a desire to continue his education or vocational or entrepreneurial vision.

5. Applicants may not be, related to any Board of Directors or staff for this presents a conflict of interest.​

6. Grant recipients and/or parents/guardians must allow E4E to use their photos and likeness in E4E Marketing campaigns.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. APPLICATIONS for our 2025 GRANTS will be accepted beginning MARCH 15, 2025.

2. The DEADLINE for 2025 GRANT APPLICATIONS is MAY 15, 2025.

3. Refer to the application process below for a list of the supporting documents needed (i.e., reference letter, evidence of GPA, etc.) 

4. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

5. ALL FINALIST MUST attend an online interview with the E4E Board.

6. ALL E4E Grant Recipients MUST attend the Awards Dinner on June 4, 2025 or forfiet their award

7. Applicants will be notified by email regarding the status of their application.​

APPLICATION PROCESS 

      Applicant must submit the following items:

1. Completed application form. 

2. Letter of application addressed to the E4E Grant Committee. The letter should contain a brief explanation about yourself and your future plans (intended major, vocational training, or business interests and anticipated start date). The letter should not exceed one (1) page.

3. One (1) letter of recommendation from a choice of high school teachers, administrators, counselors, employers, or an individual with significant knowledge of the applicant’s experience and involvement.

4. Official documentation from your high school confirming the applicant’s eligibility to graduate in the Spring of the year the application is submitted.

  5. Personal Essay

      Theme:  "Why are you applying for this award? Tell us three things about yourself that make you proud and why."

      The essay must be at least 1-2 typed pages, double-spaced,12 pt. Time New Roman or Arial font. The essay shall                contain no grammatical errors.

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