A.A. Wells Resilience Award
"One must grow, that others may grow."
Ezee Photography is proud to partner with the local nonprofit Unity Center for the 2026 A.A. Wells Resilience Award. Unity Center’s mission is to disrupt intergenerational trauma by helping youth and their families overcome barriers through the power of love, support, and potential.
Together, Ezee Photography and Unity Center present the A.A. Wells Resilience Award to a participant in Unity Center’s programming, recognizing outstanding resilience, perseverance, and commitment to personal growth. This partnership reflects a shared dedication to celebrating higher education, personal achievement, and the strength of the next generation.
This ongoing collaboration honors the belief that every story of resilience deserves to be seen, celebrated, and shared. Encouragement can serve as a bridge to opportunity, helping individuals recognize their own potential and pursue their goals with confidence. Together, Ezee Photography and Unity Center seek to uplift those who have overcome challenges and continue to inspire others through their determination and commitment to education.
The A.A. Wells Resilience Award was established to support students who embody resilience in their everyday lives—individuals who transform adversity into motivation and use their experiences to create a brighter future for themselves, their families, and their communities.
We are honored to continue this important effort and remain committed to recognizing the strength, perseverance, and promise that exist throughout our community.
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Applicant must be a participant of the Unity Center programming.
2. Applicant must demonstrate a desire for personal growth, academic achievement, and a commitment to making positive contributions to their community.
3. Applicant must be enrolled or accepted into a full-time or part-time a accredited college, university, vocational, or technical program.
4.Open to college students, trade school students between the ages of 18 to 25.
Application Process:
1. Eligible candidates must complete the online application form on the ( Link below)
2. Along with the application form, candidates must submit a personal statement (500-800 words) explaining their story of leadership, community contribution and resilience of efforts towards overcoming obstacles and creating positive change in their lives.
3. Applicants are also required to include at least one letter of recommendation.
4. The scholarship committee will review all applications and select one recipient.
Scholarship Timeline:
1. Application Period: October 1, 2026 - November 10, 2026
2. Review and Selection Process: November 10, 2026 - November 20, 2026
3. Announcement of Recipient: November 20, 2026
4. Award celebration will be held December 10, 2026
Award Disbursement:
The $1000 award will be disbursed directly to the recipient's enrolled college, university, vocational, or technical institution to be applied to their tuition expenses.
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