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AEF Grants for Books

The application period for Fall 2024 is now closed.

Book Grant Application

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Step 1 of 4

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Applicant Name*
Applicant Address*
Only applicants from the DC, MD, VA areas will be accepted
Are you a previous AEF Grant recipient?*
Parent / Guardian Name*
Parent / Guardian Address*
Address of Institution*
Classification*

Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.00.
Please list all professional, community, school, and/or research activities that demonstrate leadership and participation in community life. This section must be filled out; separate attachments WILL NOT be accepted
List the most recent community activities and participation dates within the past three years
List the most recent professional-related student activities. Include professional activities/experiences (i.e., conferences, workshops, committees, etc.), leadership positions & participation dates
What career path are you pursuing? How do you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your chosen career?
In 350-500 words, answer the question and use your response to highlight your passion for the university, industry or subject. Describe what aspects are most important to you.
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Accepted file types: jpg, png, doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 2.
    Freshmen students only: upload your college acceptance letter
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    Accepted file types: jpg, png, doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 2.
      Submit your letters of recommendation
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      This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

      Book Grant Application

      "*" indicates required fields

      Step 1 of 4

      25%
      Applicant Name*
      Applicant Address*
      Only applicants from the DC, MD, VA areas will be accepted
      Are you a previous AEF Grant recipient?*
      Parent / Guardian Name*
      Parent / Guardian Address*
      Address of Institution*
      Classification*

      Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.00.
      Please list all professional, community, school, and/or research activities that demonstrate leadership and participation in community life. This section must be filled out; separate attachments WILL NOT be accepted
      List the most recent community activities and participation dates within the past three years
      List the most recent professional-related student activities. Include professional activities/experiences (i.e., conferences, workshops, committees, etc.), leadership positions & participation dates
      What career path are you pursuing? How do you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your chosen career?
      In 350-500 words, answer the question and use your response to highlight your passion for the university, industry or subject. Describe what aspects are most important to you.
      Drop files here or
      Accepted file types: jpg, png, doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 2.
        Freshmen students only: upload your college acceptance letter
        Drop files here or
        Accepted file types: jpg, png, doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 2.
          Submit your letters of recommendation
          Consent*
          This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
          Apply for Financial Assistance for Books and Supplies (for Graduates and Post Graduates for the Fall Semester 2024)

          One of the missions of the Academic Empowerment Foundation Inc., (AEF) is to provide Financial Assistance only to students from the Washington DC Metro Area, to help them purchase books and supplies.

          Limited funds are donated to the AEF from Federal Government Employees, United States Postal Employees, Federal Retirees, and Department of Defense Personnel worldwide and within the Washington DC Metro Area through the National Area Combined Federal Campaign Annual Events.

          Federal Government Employees donate funds to our charity to support programs available PRIMARILY for students who are from or whose home residence is within the Washington DC National Capital Area.

          Guidelines:

          • Must be incoming or current undergraduate college students (academic year 2024-2025)
          • Must be a U.S. citizen
          • Must produce and submit their entry as an individual and not a group or team
          • Must submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official)
          • Please ask two individuals who know you well to submit letters of recommendation. At least one letter should be from a teacher or other school professional

          The Academic Empowerment Foundation (AEF) will accept requests for Books and Supplies for the 2024 Fall Semester from July 25, 2024 through August 15, 2024 (11:59 PM ET).

          Application Packages will not be accepted after 11:59 PM ET, August 15, 2024.

          Book Grant Application

          "*" indicates required fields

          Step 1 of 4

          25%
          Applicant Name*
          Applicant Address*
          Only applicants from the DC, MD, VA areas will be accepted
          Are you a previous AEF Grant recipient?*
          Parent / Guardian Name*
          Parent / Guardian Address*
          Address of Institution*
          Classification*

          Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.00.
          Please list all professional, community, school, and/or research activities that demonstrate leadership and participation in community life. This section must be filled out; separate attachments WILL NOT be accepted
          List the most recent community activities and participation dates within the past three years
          List the most recent professional-related student activities. Include professional activities/experiences (i.e., conferences, workshops, committees, etc.), leadership positions & participation dates
          What career path are you pursuing? How do you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your chosen career?
          In 350-500 words, answer the question and use your response to highlight your passion for the university, industry or subject. Describe what aspects are most important to you.
          Drop files here or
          Accepted file types: jpg, png, doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 2.
            Freshmen students only: upload your college acceptance letter
            Drop files here or
            Accepted file types: jpg, png, doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 2.
              Submit your letters of recommendation
              Consent*
              This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

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              Testimonials

              Thank you for selecting my daughter as a recipient of the AEF Book Grant Award for Spring 2020. Your generosity has helped her to purchase books for 2 courses this semester.

              We appreciate the AEF’s support and investment into the educational goals of our youth. Thank you for all that you do for stud… Read more

              Caryn

              Mr. Edwards: The work you are doing is incredible. Continue to save lives.

              Carl FrancisNFL Players Association

              I would like to thank all the sponsors on the HBCU Week Tour because they really went out their way to help young, hungry students get into a college that can fit them and what they want to do. I really love the experience of being around such rich culture and I would love to be a part of that. Even… Read more

              Jontae DavisClass of 2020

              Thank you so very much Mr Edwards for your most generous book scholarship!

              With your scholarship I was able to purchase much needed psychology books at Bowie State University.

              Thank you for your continued support!

              Rodenard Davis III

              Dear Ms Belton,

              Thank you and the Academic Empowerment Foundation for the book scholarship you gave my grandson, Adrion Henley. Our family really appreciates it.

              I do hope that in time he will be able to assist in helping other students.

              Marze Barnes

              Contact Information

              Academic Empowerment Foundation, Inc.
              P.O. Box 824
              Upper Marlboro, MD 20773

              Lynett Belton, Executive Director
              Phone: (301) 970-9784

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