Empowering the Next Generation of Stop the Funeral Leaders

The STFF Excellence Scholarship program is dedicated to empowering students through financial support and leadership mentorship. We invest in the visionaries of tomorrow to build a future defined by opportunity and community growth.

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Who is Eligible

The STFF Scholarship program is designed to support high-potential students who are actively working to build safer, stronger communities. Review our key criteria below.

Academic Excellence

Applicants must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited institution.

Community Leadership

Candidates should demonstrate active involvement in projects that address social issues, youth empowerment, or non-violence advocacy.

Growth Potential

We prioritize applicants with a resilient mindset and a clear vision for using their platform to inspire and mentor others.

Scholarship Application

Scholarship Purpose

The STFF Excellence Scholarship is designed to support high-achieving students who have demonstrated resilience, leadership, and a commitment to community violence prevention efforts.

Who is Eligible

Applications are open to high school seniors and current undergraduate students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Preference is given to those actively involved in community service.

How to Apply

Please complete the multi-step form below. You will be asked for personal data, academic history, and three short essays focusing on leadership and community impact.

Submission Guidelines

Ensure all documents, including transcripts and letters of recommendation, are uploaded in PDF format. The deadline for this cycle is May 1st, 2026.

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Whether you have questions about our scholarship programs or want to partner with us in violence prevention, reach out to our team today. Together, we can build a safer future.

Scholarship Essay Information

First name

Last name

Birthday

Month

Day

Year

Phone

Multi-line address

Country/Region

Address

City

Zip / Postal code

High School Name, City and State

High School Graduation Year

High School Cumulative GPA

Could you please describe any academic or athletic honors or distinctions you have received?

The Stop the Funeral Foundation works to prevent youth gun violence through awareness, education, and community action. Drawing from your academic or life experiences, explain your perspective on this issue and what you believe can help stop gun violence.

What are your future career aspirations, and how will they shape your impact beyond the classroom?

Please explain your financial circumstances and how receiving this scholarship would help you pursue your education.

Upload High School Transcript

Upload letter of acceptance or proof of college/university registration

Scholarship Essay

GUIDELINES FOR ETHICAL USE OF AI TOOLS: YOU MAY USE AI TOOLS (SUCH AS CHATGPT, GRAMMARLY, ETC.) ONLY WITHIN THE FOLLOWING BOUNDARIES:

PERMITTED

BRAINSTORMING IDEAS
OUTLINING YOUR THOUGHTS
GETTING HELP CHECKING GRAMMAR, SPELLING, OR CLARITY
ASKING AI TO EXPLAIN CONCEPTS YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND

NOT PERMITTED

SUBMITTING AI-GENERATED WRITING AS YOUR OWN
HAVING AI DRAFT, REWRITE, OR PARAPHRASE LARGE SECTIONS OF YOUR ESSAY
USING AI TO “POLISH,” “ELEVATE,” OR “ENHANCE” YOUR WRITING BEYOND YOUR OWN VOICE
ASKING AI FOR FULL ESSAYS, SAMPLE ESSAYS, OR PARAGRAPH-BY-PARAGRAPH REWRITES

REQUIRED STATEMENT: AT THE END OF YOUR ESSAY, INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DECLARATION:

I CERTIFY THAT ALL IDEAS AND WRITING IN THIS ESSAY ARE MY OWN.
I USED AI ONLY FOR (A) BRAINSTORMING, (B) OUTLINING, OR (C) GRAMMAR-CHECKING.
I DID NOT USE AI TO DRAFT, REWRITE, OR SUBSTANTIALLY ALTER THE CONTENT OF MY ESSAY.
ESSAYS MISSING THIS STATEMENT WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

By clicking “Submit,” I affirm that I have read and adhered to the Guidelines for Ethical Use of AI Tools. I certify that all ideas and writing in my essay are my own, that any AI use was limited to permitted purposes only, and that I have included the required declaration at the end of my essay.