Herb It Forward Scholarship

Inspired by Herb Lotman, a self-made businessman whose life was dedicated to helping others and giving back. The Herb it Forward Scholarship was created in his memory to educate those future leaders who will continue to pay it forward.

Deadline: February 18, 2024

Open To:  Residents of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, or the Greater Philadelphia Area, who are applying to or are students of accredited programs at colleges, vocational, or technical schools anywhere in the United States.  Please note college sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate students are not eligible for this scholarship.

Major Required:  Any

Amount and Number of Awards:

• Ten individuals will receive a ‘First Place’ scholarship award renewable over (4) academic calendar years to be distributed as follows:
• Year (1): $5,000.00, Year (2): $2,500.00, Year (3): $1,000.00, Year (4): $1,000.00.
• Ten individuals will receive a ‘Second Place’ scholarship award renewable over (4) academic calendar years to be distributed as follows;
• Year (1): $2,500.00, Year (2): $1,000.00, Year (3): $1,000.00, Year (4): $1,000.00.
• Ten individuals will receive a ‘Third Place’ award renewable over (4) academic calendar years to be distributed as follows;
• Year (1): $1,000.00, Year (2): $1,000.00, Year (3): $1,000.00, Year (4): $1,000.00.

Additional Scholarship Benefits:

• The recipients will be eligible for and invited to participate in events sponsored by the Herb it Forward Foundation, including but not limited to leadership camps, community dinners, speaking events, volunteer experiences, and mentorship opportunities.

To learn more about the Herb It Forward Scholarship and to apply, please click here.