The Rise Scholarship & Community Awards

Presented at 2025 Empowerment Brunch

Rising Beyond Limits.

At Empower Her Rise, Inc., We believe that when one woman rises, she lifts her community with her.

The RISE Scholarship & Community Awards recognize first generation college students and women of color in higher education who demonstrate resilience, leadership, and a passion for community service. These honors will be awarded during our inaugural Brunch in Detroit, Michigan on July 12, 2025, where we celebrate empowerment, community, and rising together.

The Rise Scholarship is a one-time $500 award intended to support students from underrepresented backgrounds in higher education. Priority will be given to applicants who identify as women of color and/or first-generation college students.

This scholarship aims to uplift and empower underrepresented students as they strive to achieve their academic and professional goals

Disclaimer: Submission of an application does not guarantee selection or funding. Winners will be chosen based on the strength of their application and alignment with the scholarship’s mission. By applying, applicants agree to have their names, photos, and submitted materials shared publicly for promotional purposes. Any essay submissions found to be written using AI tools (such as ChatGPT or similar) will result in immediate disqualification.
Deadline: June 21, 2025
Must be present at The Brunch on July 12, 2025, from 11 AM–2 PM to be eligible.

Scholarship Application Requirements

  • Essay Prompt (1-3 Minutes) or Video Submission (500–750 words):
    Describe how you have demonstrated resilience in your journey and how you will use your education to empower others.

  • Unofficial transcript or proof of enrollment

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following:

  • Priority will be given to first-generation college students and or women of color in higher education.

  • Enrolled in a U.S. college or university

  • Either:

  • A rising sophomore, junior, or senior undergraduate student for the 2025–2026 academic year, or Enrolled in a graduate program (Master’s, JD, etc.)

  • Minimum GPA of 2.8

  • Demonstrate financial need, community service and academic achievement.

  • Must attend the brunch in person to receive Scholarship.

Community Awards Application Form

Presented at The Empowerment Brunch.
Hosted by Empower Her Rise, Inc.

Empower Her Rise, Inc. proudly presents three prestigious awards to honor women of color in higher education and community leadership. These awards recognize resilience, leadership, creativity, and commitment to community empowerment.

Disclaimer: Submission of an application does not guarantee selection. Winners will be chosen based on the strength of their application and alignment with the mission. By applying, applicants agree to have their names, photos, and submitted materials shared publicly for promotional purposes. Any written submissions found to be written using AI tools (such as ChatGPT or similar) will result in immediate disqualification.

Application Deadline: June 22, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST
Attendance (July 12, 2025, 11 AM – 2 PM) is required for all awardees.