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BFB Foundation Women's Scholarships - University Program

BFB FOUNDATION INC

Funding Amount

$600

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

BFB Foundation Women's Scholarships - University Program

Geographic Scope: Guatemala (indigenous and rural communities)

Program Status: Active - Currently funding 69 university scholarship students with 31 graduates and 13 students completing studies in 2025

Purpose: Eliminate educational expense barriers for indigenous Guatemalan girls from disadvantaged communities to access university education, vocational training, or professional certification

Award Details:

  • Award Amount: $600 per scholarship

  • Funding Coverage: Tuition, university fees, school supplies, transportation, and lodging

  • Program Start: 2015 with 8 students; has grown each year
  • Eligibility Criteria:

  • Female students from indigenous Guatemalan communities

  • From disadvantaged/rural families

  • Strong interest in pursuing university, vocational training, or certification

  • Academic commitment of 80 points or above

  • Recommendation from high school principal, teacher, or mentor

  • Demonstrated family support

  • Commitment to community service or volunteering
  • Required Commitment:

  • Scholarship recipients must "give back" to their communities through volunteering or community service
  • Contact Information:

  • Address: 4250 Congress Street, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28209

  • Phone: (704) 904-8375

  • Website: bfbfoundation.org
  • Organization: BFB Foundation, 501(c)(3) non-profit

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Specific application procedures are not detailed on the website. However, based on the scholarship criteria, the application process likely involves:

    1. Nomination/Recommendation: Students must obtain a recommendation from their high school principal, teacher, or other mentor
    2. Academic Record Review: Demonstration of academic commitment (80 points or above)
    3. Family Support Documentation: Evidence of demonstrated family support
    4. Community Service Commitment: Statement of commitment to community service or volunteering

    Required Materials:

  • High school recommendation letter from principal, teacher, or mentor

  • Academic records showing 80+ point performance

  • Evidence of family support

  • Statement of community service commitment
  • Note: For detailed application instructions, contact the foundation directly at (704) 904-8375 or visit bfbfoundation.org

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    womeneducationcollege-prep

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