This scholarship offers financial assistance to outstanding full-time college or university students who are currently employed by any of the ADMAX retailers. ADMAX/GMRA Scholarship awards are between $500 and $1,500 per semester, subject to availability of funds, with the potential to earn up to $10,000 in scholarship funding for up to eight consecutive semesters (Fall and Spring only). Scholarship awards shall be used toward the following, in order of priority: tuition and fees; books and supplies; room and board; and commuting expenses up to fifty dollars a month. Recipients must apply for the scholarship annually and must remain employed by any ADMAX retailers.
REQUIREMENTS
Students must complete the online application and submit all required documents:
- Online Application
- Transcript
- ACT/SAT scores
- Academic resume
- Personal statement or essay on “why I would consider a career in the grocery industry.”
- Letter of recommendation from store manager
DEADLINE
Applications must be submitted by June 15th. All applicants will be notified of the Committee’s decisions.
RENEWAL
To maintain the scholarship, the recipient must maintain a minimum 2.0 overall GPA each semester. At the end of each semester, the recipient will provide the Baton Rouge Foundation with an official transcript, proof of full-time enrollment for the next semester, and employment verification from an ADMAX store manager or store owner. The subsequent scholarship check will be issued only upon receipt of these materials.
Student Questions:
Contact LaToria Thomas
225.387.6126
lthomas@braf.org
or
Jazmin Holtzclaw
jaholtzclaw@braf.org