The mission of the NativeVision program is to empower Native American youth to realize their full (physical, mental, emotional and spiritual) potential through the promotion of physical fitness, healthy nutrition, and positive life skills. NativeVision began in 1996 as a summer sports and life skills camp for Native American youth, bringing together Native youth with collegiate and professional athletes who volunteer as mentors and coaches.
Every year, NativeVision awards scholarships to outstanding Native American high school seniors with a commitment to education, athletics and leadership who are entering their first year of college in the Fall.
Eligibility
- Provide proof of tribal membership, or denote why proof is not applicable
- Demonstrate a sustained involvement in tribal community and an applied concern for Indigenous issues and initiatives
- Maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher at the time of application
- Demonstrate involvement in extracurricular, athletic activities, and/or additional learned skills (e.g., languages, computer skills, software/ programs fluent in, etc.)
- Be admitted to an accredited community college or four-year undergraduate program
Application Checklist
Application for the NativeVision Scholarship must include the following items. Applications missing any of the following items will not be considered.
- Completed application describing school activities, community services, athletic activities, additional skills, and financial information.
- Proof of tribal membership or information on lack of proof.
- Copy of your acceptance letter to school in the fall.
- A 200-word essay explaining goals for the future and how the NativeVision scholarship would assist in achieving dreams. Please emphasize how goals relate to continued involvement in American Indian communities.
- High school transcript indicating GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Two (2) completed recommendation forms including written statements from recommenders (recommendations cannot come from a family member).
Applicants must provide proof of tribal membership, or denote why proof is not applicable; demonstrate a sustained involvement in tribal community and an applied concern for Indigenous issues and initiatives and be admitted to an accredited community college or four-year undergraduate program for the fall of the year the scholarship is offered.
