REPARATIONS SCHOLARSHIp 2025-2026
The Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan (JLGLM) was established in the Greater Lansing Area in 2021. The JLGLM exists to repair the damage caused by the historical harms of slavery and its aftermath. We are striving to become the Beloved Community by making the connection between faith and racial justice in the form of reparations. The Reparations Project provides 10 qualifying individuals, (which includes high school seniors, interim students, and trade school) applicants each with a $2,500 scholarship to use toward a college, university, or a vocational school of their choice.
About Our Scholarship
The JLGLM Scholarship is a direct response to historical injustices, designed to support the educational aspirations of African American students. By providing financial aid, we aim to contribute to closing the Racial Wealth Gap and correcting the underrepresentation of African Americans in higher education. This initiative is part of our broader reparations project, reflecting our dedication to fostering a Beloved Community.
To Apply
Submit:
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Completed Application
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Unofficial High School Transcript / GED certification
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500-word Essay
When:
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March 31-May 9, 2025
Where:
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Submit Online, see form below
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Email to info@justiceleagueglm.org
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Mail to Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan,
Attn: JLGLM College Scholarship Program
P. O. Box 12105, Lansing, Michigan 48901
Requirements
Are You Eligible
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Scholarships benefit the descendants of enslaved Africans in the Greater Lansing Area.
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Must be a graduating high school senior in 2025 or completed high school in a previous year (or GED).
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Must reside in Ingham, Clinton, or Eaton counties.
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Must be planning to attend and accepted to an accredited college, university, or vocational school for the school year of 2025-2026.
Still have questions about eligibility? Find more details on our FAQ page.
Documents Needed:
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Completed application.
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Unofficial Highschool Transcript / GED certification
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500-word essay.
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Essay title: Select one of the following subjects for your essay title.
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The Racial Wealth Gap in America
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The Racial wealth gap can be defined as the disparity in wealth
holdings between different racial and ethnic groups.-
How are you economically and socially impacted by the
racial wealth gap?
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Generational Wealth
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Generational wealth refers to the accumulation and passing
down of financial assets, such as cash, investments, real estate,
and businesses, from one generation to the next, providing
future generations with a financial “head start”.-
How have you benefited from your family's generational
wealth? -
How will your continued education contribute to the
aspirations of generational wealth
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Important Dates:
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Submission Dates
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March 31 - May 9, 2025
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Recipients Notified
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May 30, 2025
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Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Reperations Scholarship!
In this heartfelt video, we honor and celebrate the ten outstanding individuals who have been awarded scholarships by our community. Each of these remarkable students has shown exceptional dedication, talent, and potential, and we are proud to support their educational journeys.