2025 BPBA Scholarships

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Baldwin Park Business Association Announces Media Scholarship Program for High School Seniors

Baldwin Park, CA – The Baldwin Park Business Association (BPBA) is excited to announce the launch of its annual Media Scholarship Program for graduating seniors from Baldwin Park High School (BPHS), Sierra Vista High School (SVHS), and North Park High School (NPHS). This is a unique opportunity for students to showcase their creativity while learning about the important role the BPBA plays in supporting local businesses and fostering economic growth within the community.

Program Overview: Students are invited to create a video exploring the role of the Baldwin Park Business Association in business development and community connections. The video should highlight how the BPBA
supports local businesses and drives economic development in Baldwin Park.

Eligibility Requirements:  1. Must be a graduating senior from BPHS, SVHS, or NPHS.  2. Maintain a current GPA of 2.0 or higher.  3. Plan to attend a two- or four-year college, or technical college within one year of graduation.  4. Submit a completed online application, signed eligibility and release form, and video entry.

Scholarship Award: 1. $500 scholarship for one student per high school. 2. One recipient will be selected from each of the three schools. Video Submission Details: 1. Video length: 1.5 to 3 minutes. 2. Use any video recording device (camera, smartphone, webcam). 3. Show creative use of transitions, effects, and text overlays. 4. Include footage of at least two BPBA member locations (membership roster available on the BPBA website). 5. Export video as MP4 and upload to YouTube or Vimeo. 6. Video style can vary (e.g., Reality TV, PSA, TV Anchor, Drama, etc.). 7. Include ending credits with your full name, high school, and date.

Important Dates: Deadline for applications: 5 p.m. on April 11, 2025. Scholarship recipients will be notified via email: April 18, 2025., Check presentations: Week of April 21-25, 2025.

"We are thrilled to offer this scholarship to support local students who are passionate about both business and creative media," said Ralph Galvan, Scholarship Committee Lead. "The BPBA has always been committed to fostering the growth of local businesses, and this program is a great way to engage students in that mission."

Jacqueline Carpio, Scholarship Committee Co-Lead, adds, "This scholarship not only helps students financially but also encourages them to think about how they can contribute to the economic development of their community."

Daneta Calderon-Vital, Scholarship Committee Co-Lead, emphasizes, "We are excited to see how students can use their creativity to highlight the work of our local businesses. This program offers a unique way for students to engage with their community while building valuable skills for the future."

For more information and to submit your application, visit www.bpbiz.org. Questions? Email us at info@bpbiz.org