Who Can Apply:
- Bobie Bao was a beloved son, brother and friend who passed away at the young age of seventeen after a battle with cancer.
- Bobie fought the cancer for four years before his passing, continuing to take AP classes and work hard at his studies despite his condition. Bobie was accepted on Early Admission to Yale University, but sadly passed before he was able to attend. Bobie showed the true meaning of resilience, hard work, and big dreams, becoming an inspiration to many.
- This scholarship aims to honor the life and spirit of Bobie Bao by supporting students who share his driven attitude.
- Any high school senior who will graduate from Gateway High School in Pennsylvania in 2025 may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but applicants with an art portfolio, high GPA, leadership experience, and volunteering experience are preferred.
Submission: To apply, tell us about someone who has impacted you, who they are, why they inspire you, and how you hope to have a similar impact on others in the future. Additionally, if you have a sample of personal work in the creative arts, you may submit this (creative writing, poetry, art, musical pieces, etc.).
Deadline: March 15, 2025
Amount: $2,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/bobie-bao-memorial-scholarship/