Scholarship

Baek Foundation has privately funded over $200,000 in scholarships. Every year we have a different theme of scholarship. Please review the application below to see this year’s criteria.

Vision

What is your purpose of life. We are all born on this earth with our story. As we embark on the journey of life, the meaning ahead often remains a mystery, a tale woven of the threads of experience, emotion, and struggle. Each of us, unique beings, authors our own narrative, painting a canvas of purpose. For me, the opening chapter of my story unfolded in the year of 1990. As I grew, I realized that my family's circumstances would pose challenges, watching my mother work tirelessly at three jobs. Often, we had to improvise, swapping Eggo waffles for plain bread from discount stores and savoring monthly outings for a 99-cent spicy chicken sandwich from Carl's Jr. During college, I worked three jobs to pay for my tuition and rent, borrowing textbooks and taking pictures of pages. I recall splitting a Subway foot-long sandwich in half to serve as both breakfast and dinner.Yet, amidst these adversities, I discovered my purpose and drive. I did not seek sympathy or pity, but rather a sense of pride. These experiences led me to where I stand today, accomplished and successful.

Dear seeker, I implore you to share your own tale and purpose, for this scholarship bids you to reflect on your life's calling. Remember, though life may present its trials, there is a secret enchantment for finding happiness and triumph - self-realization and entrepreneurship.

"Confidence without drive is arrogance," as our foundation saying goes. Being driven means putting in substantial effort to achieve your life goals. As you read this, you likely recognize whether you possess that drive or not. A strong urge to succeed and persevere despite obstacles shows that you're driven. Your achievements thus far are a clear reflection of your drive.

Latent qualities or abilities that may be developed and lead to future success or usefulness. We are seeking a candidate who can lead and contribute not only to their personal growth but also to the betterment of society. Demonstrate your potential and ambitions.

It's imperative to possess a sense of self-confidence to achieve success. While growth and experiences come with age, without unwavering self-assurance, progress remains unattainable. We seek to acknowledge individuals who exhibit genuine belief in their abilities.

What is the scholarship award?

Legacy Scholarship for 1x applicant of $10,000 per year.

Academic Scholarship for 25x Applicant of $500.

2024 Art Scholarship Application

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Past Scholarship

Leadership Spotlight

Jiwoo Choi

Director of Operation, Scholarship
Baek Foundation