Bell Gardens Scholars Program

City of Bell Gardens is awarding Class of 2021 High School Seniors merit scholarships.

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP

The City of Bell Gardens will provide scholarships for eligible Bell Gardens residents who are in 12th grade and in pursuit of higher education and/or trade school. Scholarship can be used towards the
payment of class registration, school transportation, textbooks, school supplies, etc. The funds will be paid directly to the qualified students after proof of eligibility has been provided.

WHO CAN APPLY
All students who are in 12th grade regardless of immigration status and reside in Bell Gardens.

AWARDS
1st place $3,000
2nd place $2,000
3rd place $1,000

Honorable Mention $500

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Must reside in the City of Bell Gardens
• Must be a High School Senior
• Submit high school transcripts
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
• Must complete application and Essay
• Provide proof of Bell Gardens Residency:
  • Utility Bill
  • Car Registration
  • Copy of CA ID/License

Submission due date: Friday, May 28, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

Applications are available online at:
www.bellgardens.org

or at the following locations:
Bell Gardens Veterans Park- 6662 Loveland Street
John Anson Ford Park - 8000 Park Lane
Bell Gardens City Hall - 7100 Garfield Avenue
Senior Center - 6722 Clara Street

Download the application:  Scholars Online Application

Please email applications to: bgrecreation@bellgardens.org or drop them off at Bell Gardens Veterans Park Office - 6662 Loveland Street

For additional information, please call the Recreation & Community Services Department (562) 806-7654.