Leslie A. Ebert Legacy of Life Scholarship
Leslie A. Ebert Legacy of Life Scholarship
The Leslie A. Ebert Legacy of Life Scholarship offers $1,000 to high school seniors in the Washington, D.C. area who create compelling essays or videos promoting organ, eye, and tissue donations.
Apr 15, 2026
8 days left
$1,000
Award amount
6
Requirements
Who can apply
- High school seniors in the District of Columbia
- High school seniors in specific Virginia counties and cities
- High school seniors in certain Maryland counties
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
open
Eligible institutions
Washington Regional Transplant Community
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Verify eligibility based on residency
- Check submission guidelines for essays and videos
- Ensure citations are included in submissions
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Payout method details are not stated
- No information on how winners are notified
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (2 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Focus on originality and persuasiveness in your argument
- Pay attention to grammar and spelling
- Consider video quality and engagement on social media
Key requirements (5)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- These competitions are open to high school seniors in the District of Columbia; the Virginia counties of Arlington, Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, King George, Loudoun, Prince William, Spotsylvania, and Stafford;….
- Entries must be a persuasive argument to convince an audience to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors; they must include at least 2 citations.
- Selection is based on originality, persuasiveness, passion for the argument, proper grammar and spelling, adherence to the topic, and citations of correct information.
- Grammar and spelling are also considered for essays.
- Video quality and the number of "likes" on the sponsor's Facebook page is also considered for videos.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Essay or written statement
- Video submission
Applying
Applicants must submit an essay or video that includes at least 2 citations.
Award & payment
Amount: $1,000
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Overview
This scholarship recognizes high school seniors for their persuasive essays or videos promoting organ donation.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 1, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.