The Elevate Mental Health Awareness Scholarship is offered by Calvin Rosser in honor of his beloved mom Sheri, who battled depression for most of her life. Even though Sheri constantly reached out for help, she was caught in a broken, outdated mental health system that offered her addictive drugs and ineffectual therapy practices rather than the help she needed. In despair, Sheri took her own life in 2017. Despite her struggles, Sheri taught her son the importance of compassion and giving back. Calvin offers this scholarship in the hope that it brings greater awareness about the importance of improving mental health services. When talking about mental health, Calvin’s greatest hope is that when we “bring the darkness to light, it will slowly fade.”

Who is eligible to apply for the Elevate Mental Health Awareness Scholarship?

The Elevate Mental Health Scholarship is open to students in high school and college, no matter their field of study. The main application requirement is that students have either personal experience with mental health or through those they are close with.  

This is an essay scholarship. Applicants should write a thoughtful essay of 500 to 1,000 words to the following prompt:

How has your experience with mental health influenced your beliefs, relationships, and career aspirations?

Since this is an essay scholarship, your very best writing is required. Make sure that you grab the reader’s attention at the start, and also, that you directly answer the prompt. Don’t forget to proofread before you submit!

If you work/volunteer at mental health organization, please share that in your application. 

How much is the Elevate Mental Health Awareness Scholarship worth?

One lucky student will receive a $500 award! 

When is the application deadline for this scholarship?

The application deadline is May 31, 2021. On July 1, 2021, the luck winner will hear some good news! 

Best of luck to all who apply!