Hammond Hispanic Community Committee of Northern Indiana Scholarship Application 2025
Background Information
The Hammond Hispanic Community Committee of Northern Indiana (HHCCNI) is a not-for-profit organization in existence for over 30 years. We are a diverse collective that comes together to enhance the quality of life for the Latinx/Hispanic community, thereby helping to improve the larger community, by providing information and resources, while also highlighting the diverse cultures we represent. We strive to educate and empower the community in all facets of their lives, with a large emphasis on education.
REQUIREMENTS/CHECKLIST
-Must be of Latinx/Hispanic heritage.
-Must submit all required and requested documentation, including essay question response.
-Must be graduating from a Northern Indiana High School in 2025.
-Must meet GPA requirements determined by post-secondary path with a minimum GPA of 3.0 if attending accredited college or university OR a minimum GPA of 2.5 if attending trade or technical school
-Must submit/upload an official high school transcript documenting GPA.
-Must attend an accredited college/university or technical/trade school.
-Must submit/upload a copy of college/university or trade/technical school acceptance letter.
-Must provide a list of all awards, scholarships and grants currently awarded.
-Must provide a list of extracurricular activities, awards, accolades, community service and employment history, if applicable.
-Must submit/upload two, (2) letters of recommendation from a non-family member, including but not limited to a teacher (current or former), guidance counselor, administrator (ex: principal, dean, etc.), community member or other mentor.
-Must submit headshot photo
-If awarded, applicant must submit letter of acceptance to college or trade school
APPLICATION SUBMISSION DETAILS
DEADLINE: All applications and necessary documentation must be submitted/uploaded by March 14, 2025. No late submissions will be accepted for consideration.
• Scholarship award recipients will be notified directly by the HHCC no later than Friday, April 7, 2025.
• The HHCC reserves the right to revoke disbursement for any false information provided and/or unfulfillment of enrollment in post-secondary education.
Website: www.hhccin.com
Email: hhccin1993@gmail.com
Phone: 219.804.2108
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