Scholarships

Horst Rechelbacher – “Sustainable Beginnings”

Application Deadline: May 31, 2021

Scholarship

Horst Rechelbacher Foundation’s “Sustainable Beginnings” basic cosmetology and barbering 2021  programs and will be awarded through the Beauty Changes Lives Organization. Applications are accepted in our spring season: March 1 – May 31, 2021 and our fall season: September 1 – November 30, 2021

Award Amount | # of Recipients

$3,500

Ten (10) total winners will be awarded: 5 in Spring and 5 in Fall

Scholarship Description & Award Information

In 1978, Horst Rechelbacher founded the Aveda Corporation, a global plant-based cosmetic company, & ushered a new consciousness into the world of beauty. Two decades later, he shifted focus to Intelligent Nutrients, a health & beauty company that lives to the highest standards of certified organic ingredients to sustainable plant-based chemistry. All of Horst’s innovations revolved around beauty products that would care for professionals, their guests & the planet through the power of pure flower & plant essences.

Horst’s entrepreneurial vision is to create successful businesses in partnership with nature. As he puts it, “Business can be a solution to our planet’s crisis rather than the problem. We are at the threshold of the Sustainable Evolution, and I believe it will be even greater than the industrial revolution. It is a very exciting time for innovative thinkers and future-minded entrepreneurs, who I call ‘Ecopreneurs.’

This scholarship is for prospective or currently enrolled student of the beauty industry. The “Sustainable Beginnings” scholarship is designed to financially support those seeking licensure in the fields of cosmetology or barbering.

Applicant Requirements – “Sustainable Beginnings” Basic Cosmetology

Scholarship requirements:

• Must be a new or currently enrolled student in a cosmetology or barbering program must upload a legible copy of proof of enrollment i.e.: acceptance letter or progress report school that includes name of school and your name.
• Must upload proof of enrollment i.e.: acceptance letter or progress report from school
• Application must include a 3-minute video (max. length) answering the following questions:

• • (A.) Describe why environmental sustainability is important to you.
  • (B.) Describe one step that you have taken to help decrease waste.
  • (C.) After researching Horst Rechelbacher, what passions do you have in common with him?

Nourish and Shine Scholarship

Application Deadline: May 31, 2021

JCS Beauty is a leading manufacturer of hair products, created for ALL hair types. We believe that beauty evolves from the inside out and we are committed to assisting our customers overcome their hair care challenges. Our passion continues to grow deeper. Today our goal remains unchanged: to empower beautiful transformations and create products that inspire confidence.

Scholarship Award Details:

The JCS Beauty Nourish & Shine 2021 and 2022 Cosmetology Student Scholarship program is for people who identify as Black/African American.

• Award Amount | # of Recipients
• Three (3) scholarships are available during our spring 2021 season open from March 1 – May 31, 2021 for $5,000
• Two (2) scholarship are available during our fall 2021 season open from September 1 – November 30, 2021 for $5,000

Applicant Requirements
The JCS Beauty Nourish & Shine scholarship will be available to people who identify as Black/African American. This scholarship is open to new or currently enrolled students in a cosmetology program that leads to licensure in the U.S. or Canada.

Application Requirements
1. Complete online application and submit legible proof of enrollment for a cosmetology program by uploading either: an acceptance letter, progress report, or official letter from your school (include the name of the school and your first and last name on the form).

2. Submit answers to question (a) and either question (b) or (c) via a 3-minute (maximum) video.

A.) How do you see beauty as a tool for social change and how do you intend to make an impact?

B.) JCS Beauty looks to inspire the next generation of beauty innovators. Name a beauty innovator that inspired you; tell us how this motivates you to inspire the next generation of beauty professionals.

C.) Tell us what your beauty motto is and explain the meaning behind it.

Circadia – Sage Michaela Lucas “Timing is Everything”

Application Deadline: May 31, 2021

The Sage Michaela Lucas Timing is Everything scholarship is generously funded by Circadia, a pioneer in the science of chronobiology and skincare. The Sage Michaela Lucas Timing is Everything award celebrates diversity, inclusivity and affirmation.  The scholarship is open to esthetics students enrolled in an accredited program, who identify as black, indigenous or persons of color (BIPOC). The scholarship grant targets esthetic students pursuing a career in skincare formulation and/or cosmetic chemistry.

Award Amount: Five $5,000 tuition scholarships will be awarded annually in 2021 and 2022.

Award Timing:Two (2) are disbursed during our spring 2021 opening March 1 – May 31, 2021.
The next three (3) for our fall 2021 season open from September 1 – November 30, 2021.

Applicant Qualifications: The applicant must identify as a person of color to qualify: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, or person of color). This scholarship is open to new or currently enrolled students in an esthetics program that leads to licensure in the U.S. or Canada.

Judging: A panel of judges representing the professional skincare sector will evaluate applicant’s video submissions and select winners.

Application Requirements: Complete the online application and submit proof of enrollment for an esthetics program by uploading a legible copy of:  acceptance letter, progress report, or official letter from your school (must include name of school and your first and last name).

Submit answers to questions (a) (b) and (c) via a 3-minute (maximum) video:

A.)If you were to win this scholarship, how do you plan to “pay it forward” once you have entered the industry and inspire the next generation of BIPOC hopefuls with similar goals?

B.) Name a person in the beauty industry you either know personally or follow on social media, that motivates you to stay committed to your dreams.  Explain how their story gives you hope about your career.

C.) Describe challenges you have overcome or life changing situations that turned into valuable lessons. What did you learn about yourself and how did you grow from these situations?

Babor – “Breaking Boundaries”

Application Deadline: May 31, 2021

BABOR, a global leader in professional skincare, is generously funding four scholarships for black, indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) pursuing careers in the professional beauty industry. The new BABOR Breaking Boundaries Esthetics Scholarship is administered by the non-profit Beauty Changes Lives.

Embracing the spirit of BABOR, the BABOR Breaking Boundaries scholarship celebrates inclusivity, diversity and the many pathways to career satisfaction available to licensed professionals. The tuition scholarships open educational doors of opportunity that prepare students  to meet spa employers’ demand for estheticians, massage therapists and beauty professionals.

Horst Rechelbacher – Green Circle Salon Certificate

Application Deadline: May 31, 2021

Green Circle Salons’ is a movement to help the salon industry reduce its environmental footprint and provide options for consumers seeking genuine green options in salon care. Since its inception in 2009, GCS has been building a network of more than 3,400+ certified salons, schools and advanced academies throughout North America and providing them with a comprehensive pathway to financial and environmental sustainability with a green business program; including recycling and repurposing up to 95% of their beauty waste.  Today, GCS diverts more than 1.8 million pounds of waste from landfill spaces and waterways in North America annually.
Applicant Requirements – “Green Circle Salon Membership”
Must be a licensed business owner of a salon and/or spa. Must upload proof of licensure i.e.: business owner license. Salon must have a commission-based or hourly-based salary model. Must check-out a minimum of 300+ guests per month. Must be willing to remit monthly recycling fee paid by guest.

• • (A.) Describe why environmental sustainability is important to you.
  • (B.) Describe one step that you have taken to help decrease waste.
  • (C.) After researching Horst Rechelbacher, what passions do you have in common with him?Application must include a 3-minute (maximum) video answering the following questions:

Four (4) scholarships will be offered  during 2021 at the following times

Spring 2021 (2 scholarships avail.)– Application dates 4/1 – 5/31/21

Fall 2021 (2 Scholarships avail.)– Application dates 9/1 – 11/30/21

Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship

Application Deadline: June 1, 2021

Joe Francis Haircare is helping deserving students receive financial assistance for professional training for long-term careers in the cosmetology industry. To be considered, applicant must be currently applying for entrance into Cosmetology/Barber School, OR actively enrolled in a Cosmetology/Barber program.Please not e that if you graduate from Cosmetology or Barber School between the dates of: January 1st through August 31st of the current award year, you are NOT eligible. Esthetician or Nail training students are NOT eligible.

Applicants are eligible for $1500.00 paid directly to your cosmetology school. Each applicant must follow the instructions and submit an application.