Love Beyond Walls Launches Forever Forward Scholarship to Support Students Pursuing Higher Education and Career Training

For many students, the journey toward higher education requires determination, sacrifice, and perseverance. Recognizing those challenges, Love Beyond Walls has partnered with HBCU CONNECT to launch the Forever Forward Scholarship, an initiative designed to help students continue moving toward their educational and career goals despite life's obstacles. The Forever Forward Scholarship was created to empower resilient learners who remain committed to advancing their education, whether through a traditional college degree program, trade school, vocational training, or continued professional development. Through this initiative, up to five students will each receive a one-time $500 scholarship to help support their educational journey for the Fall 2026 semester. Supporting Students from All Educational Backgrounds Unlike many scholarship programs that focus on a narrow group of applicants, the Forever Forward Scholarship welcomes students from a variety of educational pathways, including:

• Graduating high school seniors
• Students attending two-year colleges
• Students attending four-year colleges and universities
• Trade and vocational school students
• Adult learners returning to school

The goal is simple: remove financial barriers and help students continue building a brighter future through education and skill development. More Than a Scholarship—An Investment in Potential At Love Beyond Walls, the belief is that dignity begins with opportunity. Education remains one of the most powerful pathways to personal growth, economic mobility, and community impact. The Forever Forward Scholarship seeks to recognize students who demonstrate commitment to their education, clarity of purpose, and a desire to create meaningful change in their lives and communities. Applicants will be asked to share their personal stories, educational aspirations, and how receiving the scholarship would help further their future goals. Eligibility Requirements To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be enrolled or planning to enroll for the Fall 2026 semester
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA
• Submit a 300–500 word essay describing how the scholarship would support their educational journey and future aspirations

Applications will be evaluated based on educational commitment, quality of the essay response, clarity of goals, and overall alignment with the mission of Love Beyond Walls. Don't Miss the Deadline Students interested in applying should submit their applications as soon as possible. Scholarship recipients will receive funding in time to support their Fall 2026 educational expenses. Application Deadline: June 15, 2026 Whether you're preparing for your first semester of college, pursuing a trade certification, or returning to school to build new skills, the Forever Forward Scholarship could provide the support needed to continue moving forward. Apply Today Visit the application page and submit your scholarship application before the June 15 deadline. Your future is worth investing in—and this opportunity could be the next step toward achieving your goals.