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Bold Empathy Scholarship

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$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
May 29, 2022
Winners Announced
Jun 29, 2022
Education Level
Any
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“The great gift of human beings is that we have the power of empathy,” -Meryl Streep.

Being empathetic is a valuable trait and is an integral part of being a good person and being kind to those around you. You can always work on becoming more empathetic by treatting others with compassion and seeing things from their point of view.

This scholarship aims to motivate students to practice empathy and be compassionate to those around them.  

All students may apply for this exclusive scholarship opportunity. To apply, tell us how you prioritize treating others empathetically.

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Essay Scholarships
Published February 28, 2022
$500
1 winner$500
Awarded
Application Deadline
May 29, 2022
Winners Announced
Jun 29, 2022
Education Level
Any
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Essay Topic

Please tell us how you make sure to treat others with empathy.

150–300 words

Winners and Finalists

June 2022

Winners
Jaliyah Brown
University of Florida
Tampa, FL
Finalists
Hailie Haselip
College of the Redwoods
Fortuna, CA
Vy Lam
Columbia University in the City of New York
Santa Ana, CA
Jamilah Evelyn
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Vernon, NJ
Kandi Stephens
Concordia University-Irvine
Lubbock, TX

February 2022

Winners
Jozlyn Childs
Saginaw Valley State University
Saint Charles, MI
Finalists
Nazarene Campodonico
Nazareth College
Rochester, NY
Natalia Pino
Creekside High School
Riverdale, GA
Johan Ramos
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades
Waterford, CT
Dan Lee
Summit Christian Academy
Kansas City, MO
Juan Richardson
Icef View Park Preparatory High
Los Angeles, CA

Winning Application

Jaliyah Brown
University of FloridaTampa, FL
When I was five years old, my great grandfather told me the words that have guided my life, “Treat others the way you would want to be treated.” We live in a world today where there seems to be an endless stream of heart-breaking events occurring and people are also dealing with their struggles. That is why it is so important to have empathy, it gives people hope that someone cares. I have committed to treating everyone with empathy and I do so through various actions. I treat everyone with empathy by always offering a helping hand to those around me and being there when they need me most. When my friends or family members are in a difficult situation, I express empathy by validating their feelings, sharing my experience with a similar situation, offering hugs, and listening to them. For instance, when my little sister passed, I stayed up with my mom for several nights and held her while telling her I understood that what we were going through was hard and that she could cry. Furthermore, whenever I see someone in distress, I am the first person that tries to help them. I take the time to put myself in their shoes to understand their feelings, be kind, and figure out the best way to help even if it is to simply listen to them free of judgment. I understand the effects of having empathy and it is the reason I am constantly trying to help others. Overall, I have committed myself to treat others with empathy by being kind and offering a listening ear. I believe everyone should practice empathy in their daily lives to move towards a supportive community.
Jozlyn Childs
Saginaw Valley State UniversitySaint Charles, MI
In July 2020, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. She stopped working, and being home due to COVID allowed me to help care for her. We spent the next 11 months scared not only of Covid-19 but also of cancer. Our relationship faced new realities. She reviewed life insurance policies with me as I pulled her chemotherapy IV stand behind her to the bathroom at the Infusion Center. I shaved her head when the hair was falling off and we tried on wigs together. We laughed at the prosthetic breasts the insurance company sent her and wore them as hats at dinner. I watched my mom’s cues to determine my own responses and show her my love. Sometimes she preferred laughter while other times I had to read the room and know that it was time to let the tears flow. I think the best way to help others is to be self-aware and monitor their current needs at that moment. We can’t fix everything. Sometimes we just have to be present and display empathy. When I look back at the times I was able to most help my mom survive her diagnosis and treatment, I think displaying empathy was the most important. Someday when I am a doctor, I will be able to use this experience with empathy to help my patients as well.

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FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is May 29, 2022. Winners will be announced on Jun 29, 2022.

How will scholarship application information be used?

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 29, 2022. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.

How should I get in touch with questions?

If you have any questions about this scholarship or the Bold.org platform, just email contact@bold.org and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.

Does the scholarship have terms and conditions?

Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.

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