Kwame Charitable Foundation's 'More Hopeful Futures Mini-Grant
Applications Are Closed
Purpose:
Established in 2025, this financial award is available to applicants in the St. Louis Metro area to help with eligible secondary educational and self-improvement expenses.
Ranging from tuition, course related fees, apprenticeship costs, workshops, tools, transportation, uniforms, equipment and more.
Individuals currently enrolled in school, apprenticeships and
post-secondary programs are encouraged to apply!
Criteria:
To be eligible to be considered for this financial award of $500, applicants must:
- Demonstrate an unmet financial need
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or certification
- Plan to enroll in an accredited post-secondary program leading to a certificate, associate or bachelor's degree. (proof is required)
- Ages 17-25
Submission Requirements:
- Complete Application
- Submit Transcript for current academic year (for students)
- Submit a 200-word Essay
After review, selected applicants will be contacted via email and informed of next steps.
*No phone calls please
*Notifications of award selection will be emailed 8/20-8/22.