Bona Fide Bellevue’s Scholarship Programs
At Bona Fide Bellevue, we believe in nurturing potential and amplifying voices that shape the future of our world. To support students who demonstrate initiative, kindness, and a desire to make a positive difference, Bona Fide Bellevue offers two scholarship opportunities for graduating students of Northgate High School.
The Ember Award honors a graduating Northgate student whose character and promise may not follow a traditional path but shine with potential — a $500 recognition selected by teachers to help spark inspiration.
The Bona Fide Bellevue Beacon Scholarship awards $1,500 to a graduating Northgate student who is pursuing additional educational opportunities post-high school (Post-secondary school includes college, university, technical, trade, etc.) and who shares thoughtful, original ideas through a series of short personal essays. Applicants are invited to reflect on their experiences, the values that guide them, and how they hope to contribute to the well-being of others. This award celebrates students who show initiative, treat others with respect, and work to make their school and neighborhood stronger. Through this program, Bona Fide Bellevue hopes to encourage the next generation of thoughtful leaders who care about those around them and the future of the place they call home.
The Bona Fide Bellevue Beacon Scholarship
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for this award?
Any student graduating from high school who lives in the Northgate School District and is continuing their education may apply. Post-secondary school includes college, university, technical, trade, etc.
When can I apply?
Applications for the scholarship are accepted every spring. Sign up for emails from Bona Fide Bellevue to get notified about future entries.
What if I have questions?
Please email any questions to scholarship@bonafidebellevue.org.
Who will be evaluating the applications?
A special committee of Bona Fide Bellevue Board members will review all applications and the top submissions will go to the full Board for final selection. The applications will be reviewed with no names attached. All applications will be kept in confidence.
How will the application essay be evaluated?
The award decisions will be made based on how clearly your ideas are expressed and how you communicate your experiences and personal values. We encourage everyone to apply for this grant even if they are not a confident writer. Content and intention play important parts in our evaluation.
When will I find out if I was awarded the scholarship?
The scholarship will be announced at the Northgate High School commencement ceremony. Announcements may be made via Bona Fide Bellevue’s website and social media, and other local outlets.
Will my essay be made available to the public?
We will keep all applications and essays confidential. If we would like to use your essay for any type of outreach or community engagement, we’ll discuss it with you and ask for your written permission.
The Ember Award
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for this award?
Any graduating Northgate senior who exhibits talents and character traits that show great potential.
How are awardees selected?
We ask a group of Northgate teachers who have taught all of the seniors to get together and select one person who embodies the intent of this award.
What if I have questions?
Please email any questions to scholarship@bonafidebellevue.org.
When will I find out if I was awarded the scholarship?
The award will be announced at the Northgate High School commencement ceremony.