The Discovering Me Scholarship Essay Contest
Funding Amount
Up to $1,500
Deadline
October 31, 2026
35 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Current deadline
- October 31, 2026
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: October
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Geography
- Must be a resident of the District of Columbia
Other requirements
- Must be a girl between ages 13-18
- Must be growing up in a home without the presence or active engagement of a biological father due to one of the following
- Divorce
- Parent separation (no longer living in same home)
Overview
The Discovering Me Scholarship Essay Contest
Presented by: Esther Productions, Inc. in partnership with the Black Student Fund and the Anacostia Coordinating Council
Supported by grants from: Kerry S. Pearson LLC, Fort Myer Construction Corporation Charitable Foundation, Emmanuel Bailey Veterans Corps, and Esther's Friends
Overview
Annual cash prize scholarship for teen girls facing the challenge of father absence. Applicants write essays sharing their personal stories of resilience and self-discovery while growing up without their father.Award Amount
Up to $1,500 in scholarship prizesGeographic Scope
District of Columbia residents only- Must be a girl between ages 13-18
- Must be a resident of the District of Columbia
- Must be growing up in a home without the presence or active engagement of a biological father due to one of the following: - Divorce - Parent separation (no longer living in same home) - Parents never lived together - Father is incarcerated
Eligibility Requirements
- Length: 750-1,500 words
- Topic: How you have handled growing up without your father while discovering yourself and your resilience
- What your story could win: Up to $1,500 scholarship
Essay Requirements
- Email: estherproductionsinc@gmail.com
Contact Information
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Visit the application portal: Go to estherproductionsinc.com/contest for full details
2. Write your essay: Prepare an essay of 750-1,500 words addressing the prompt about growing up without your father and discovering your resilience
3. Submit your essay: Email your completed essay to estherproductionsinc@gmail.com
4. Questions: Email estherproductionsinc@gmail.com with any contest questions
- Essay (750-1,500 words)
- Proof of age and DC residency (verify requirements on estherproductionsinc.com/contest)
- Verification of eligibility criteria
Application Materials Required
What Georgia Ave Family Support Collaborative actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2020 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2020
- 1
- Total given
- $88K
- Median grant
- $88K
- By dollars: District of Columbia 100%. Top recipient cities: Washington, DC.
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