Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about the Iron Legacy 😲
<– When you decide to apply
Q: How is the Award Transfer? (From Iron Legacy to High School Student)
A: The award is directly transferred to the recipient high school student’s institution or provided in a manner that ensures it supports their educational journey.
Q: Eligibility Household Income?
A: There is no strict income requirement, but preference may be given to students from lower-income households who demonstrate financial need.
Q: Give Butter? (Explain/clarify the intention for this route of donation < $5,000.00)
A: GiveButter is our platform for smaller donations under $5,000. It allows individuals and groups to contribute easily and securely to support our scholarship program.
Q: PayPal (More Organizational Donation/Exceeding More Than $5,000.00 Buckaroos)?
A: For larger donations exceeding $5,000, PayPal is our preferred method to ensure secure processing and proper tracking of organizational contributions.
Q: Is it Race/Ethnicity Focused?
A: HELL NAH! Any high school senior can apply, regardless of race or ethnicity. We believe in equal opportunity for all.
Note:
- We are a 501(c)(3) certified nonprofit organization.
- We are also partnered with LPMA.
Q: Is there a POC dedicated to college and career counseling?
A: We collaborate with school counselors and career advisors, but we encourage students to leverage their high school’s resources for personalized guidance.
Q: Can we drop off these two flyers for their review?
A: Yes! We’d love for the counselors or administrators to review them. Let us know the best way to coordinate the drop-off.
Q: Who Were Our Previous Winners? (Student Name?? Which High School?)
A: Previous winners have come from a variety of high schools. We can provide a list of past recipients upon request while maintaining student privacy.
Q: Is It School District Focused?
A: No, we accept applications from high school seniors regardless of their school district.
Q: How Is the Grading Process? (Who? When? Criteria?)
- Who: A panel of unbiased reviewers evaluates applications.
- When: Applications are reviewed after the submission deadline, with results announced at a designated time.
- Criteria:
- Spelling & Grammar (Up to 4 errors allowed)
- Community Impact – How the student has contributed to their community
- Authenticity – How genuine and heartfelt their essay is
- Overall Quality – Clarity, structure, and persuasiveness of the essay
- Word Count: 1,400 words maximum
- Non-Biased Review Process to ensure fairness in selection.
