Question 1

How to apply?

Accepted Answer

Applications for scholarships are only available online. Applications are to submitted in one setting. Therefore, please have all completed documents ready for upload during the completion of the application process.

Question 2

Who are the point of contacts for further questions?

Accepted Answer

Maya Hughes
251-295-7989
Email: hughesmaya@outlook.com (preferred)
Email: noexcusesinitiative@gmail.com
Monday – Thursday @ 4:30p to 8:00p

Question 3

What are the criteria of that recommenders must follow?

Accepted Answer

The recommender must submit the recommendations via email to noexcusesinitiative@gmail.com.
The recommendation letter must be on an official letterhead, in .pdf format, and signed.

Question 4

When will the application close and open?

Accepted Answer

The application will open on February 1, 2026 and close on April 3, 2026. Recipient’s will be announced via email on May 4, 2026.

Question 5

What are the requirements?

Accepted Answer

Must include a high school resume
Acceptance letter of college that the student plans to attend
Two letters of recommendation — one must be from a high school teacher, with a letterhead, and signed

​The recommender must submit the recommendations via email stating the student’s name utilizing the recommender’s official email (or teacher’s email), .pdf format, and signed

Confirmation letter of completed FAFSA application matching the school’s offer letter
1,000 typed, word essay explaining the significance of what excuses mean to you, how to avoid excuses and the impact of mentorship.
High School Transcript
PDF Files only
No mailed or paper applications!

Question 6

How to submit transcript?

Accepted Answer

All transcripts should be sent via email at noexcusesinitiative@gmail.com by the guidance counselor of your high school.