Change for Change is a $1,000 scholarship the Columbus Urban League Young Professionals present at their annual Legacy Gala. It's open to graduating seniors from Columbus, Ohio and the surrounding area who keep at least a 2.5 GPA and can point to leadership through extracurriculars or community service. Applicants submit a college or trade-school acceptance letter, a resume, and a personal statement on their goals and community impact; the winning student and up to two family members are invited to the gala as guests of honor.
DemographicsApplicant must be a high school senior from the Columbus, Ohio area; no religious, heritage, or paid-membership requirement.