Epsilon Lambda Charitable Foundation - Gateway Arch Scholarship

"The mission of the Epsilon Lambda Charitable Foundation is to promote and uplift the education of youth and the advancement of communities. This is achieved through its involvement in various activities and initiatives. These activities are to support both the national initiatives and programs of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated as well as support other local philanthropic interest in the St. Louis metro area. The Gateway Arch Scholarship will be awarded, totaling $2,000, based upon consideration of academic excellence, financial need, personal accomplishments, aspirations, and student/community involvement. The award is to be applied to the tuition of the four-year accredited college institution at which the student has been accepted and enrolled. Eligibility Applicants must: Live in the city of St. Louis, St. Louis County, or St. Charles County Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better Be a high school senior planning to enroll in a 4 year college or university in Fall 2026 Identify as Black or African American Finalists for these scholarships may be required to participate in an interview. Awardees will be required to submit documentation by April 30, 2026 from the university where the student enrolls confirming attendance. Funds will be disbursed in September 2026. Each candidate must be present at the reception given in their honor to be awarded the scholarship. Details regarding the reception will follow later. In the case of an emergency or a conflicting engagement, the candidate must call before the reception to state why he or she cannot attend the reception and to receive a waiver from this requirement. Failure of the candidate to show or call will forfeit the scholarship. Questions? Contact: Malon W. Carter Text: (314) 516-3852 email: [email protected] Subject: Gateway Arch Scholarship"