Bona Fide Bellevue’s Scholarship Programs

At Bona Fide Bellevue, we believe in nurturing potential and amplifying voices that shape the future of our community. As part of our mission to support diversity, equity, and inclusion, we offer two distinct scholarship opportunities for students connected to the Northgate School District. The Ember Award honors a graduating senior whose character and promise may not follow a traditional path but shine with potential—a $500 recognition selected by teachers to help spark inspiration. Additionally, the DEI Award and Scholarship offers $1,500 to a graduating student who shares their unique perspective through a personal essay, encouraging authentic expression and lived experience. Both awards reflect our commitment to empowering the next generation and celebrating the diverse stories that make Bellevue strong.

DEI Award & 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 DEI 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 intentions to advance DEI. 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?
If the awardee is a Northgate High School student, the scholarship will be announced at their commencement ceremony. If the awardee attends a different school, they’ll be notified by email in early June. 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.