Big Bertha Foundation Scholarship Program
Big Bertha Foundation Scholarship Program
The Big Bertha Foundation is proud to offer $500 scholarships to students who demonstrate financial need, determination, and a passion for creating a better future.
Our mission is to support students who may not otherwise have access to educational opportunities due to financial hardship.
Prior to applying, please make sure you have a Google/Gmail account so you can upload required documents such as your essay and additional documentation.
Scholarship Amount
$500
Eligibility
Requirements
Applicants must:
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Be a current high school senior student or college student.
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Demonstrate financial need or inability to afford tuition, books, school fees, or other educational expenses.
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Plan to attend or currently attend a college, university, trade school, certification program, or early college program.
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Complete at least one volunteer activity with the Big Bertha Foundation.
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Submit a 1–2 page essay responding to one of the approved prompts.
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Submit the application before the stated deadline.
Application Requirements
Must be included with application:
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Completed application
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1-2 page essay
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Proof of enrollment or acceptance letter at institution
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Copy of student ID (optional)
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Transcript or unofficial grades
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One letter of recommendation from a teacher, mentor, counselor, coach, employer, or community leader
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Proof of financial hardship (optional and confidential)
Volunteer Requirements
All applicants must complete at least one approved volunteer activity through the Big Bertha Foundation before receiving the scholarship, such as:
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Community event
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Fundraising event
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Event set up and clean up
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Donation drives
Essay Prompts
Applicants may choose ONE essay prompt from the list provided in the application:
Personal Growth & Challenges
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What is a responsibility you carry at home, school, or work that most people may not know about?
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Describe a moment in your life that changed the way you see yourself or your future.
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Tell us about a hardship that motivated you rather than stopped you.
Community & Service-Based
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What does giving back to your community mean to you?
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Describe a time you helped someone without expecting anything in return.
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If you could improve one issue in your community, what would it be and why?
Education & Future Goals
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How will education change your life or your family’s future?
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What career do you hope to pursue, and why are you passionate about it?
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What motivates you to continue your education despite obstacles?
Creative & Unique
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Write a letter to your future self five years from now.
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What is something people misunderstand about students facing financial hardship?
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Describe a dream you refuse to give up on.
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What makes you different from other applicants?