Scholarship Application and Submission Deadline: August 31st
Scholarship Recipient’s Selected: January 1st
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Alexis P. Gabe
March 17, 1998 – January 26, 2022
We Get It Foundation is proud to present the Alexis P. Gabe Scholarship for Visual Arts, a scholarship dedicated to fostering creativity in the realm of artistic medium and photography. Alexis Gabe was a beloved daughter, friend, and a phenomenal artist whose talent shone brightly in all her endeavors. She had a remarkable ability to connect with others, particularly within the neurodivergent community, whom she passionately supported and uplifted. Those who knew Alexis cherished her spirit and warmth, recognizing her as a true advocate for inclusivity and artistic expression. The Alexis P. Gabe Scholarship for Visual Arts aims to honor her legacy by providing opportunities for young artists to express themselves and develop their talents, ensuring that her passion for creativity and connection continues to inspire future generations. Through this scholarship, Alexis’s vision for a more inclusive and expressive world will live on.
The Scholarships
The Alexis P. Gabe Scholarship for Visual Arts awards a grant paid directly to the institution of learning for classes in any form of visual art, including painting, drawing, or sculpture. This grant may also be used to purchase art supplies or materials if that is the intention of the applicant and clearly stated when applying.
The Alexis P. Gabe Scholarship for Visual Arts awards a grant dedicated to photography lessons or the purchase of photography equipment. Applicants can specify their intended use in their application, and the grant will support their journey in exploring and developing their photography skills.
The Alexis P. Gabe Scholarship for Visual Arts awards a grant paid directly to a school art program. This grant aims to enhance art education opportunities and provide resources for schools dedicated to nurturing creativity and artistic expression within their curriculum.
Eligibility Requirements for Visual Arts & Photography
I. The individual interested in lessons or the purchase of equipment must be a resident of any of the 50 United States, District of Columbia or US Territories.
II. The individual interested in lessons or the purchase of equipment must be a Neurodiverse individual.
Eligibility Requirements for School Art Program
I. Applicant must have prior approval from the teacher or art school program liaison of the school to apply for the scholarship on behalf of the classroom or team; conversely, the teacher or school can apply themselves.
II. The teacher or school must make a reasonable effort to promote the inclusion and acceptance of Neurodiverse people in their art program.
III. The teacher or school must be located within any of the 50 United States, District of Columbia or US Territories.
Terms and Conditions
I. There are no age requirements for our scholarships.
II. Unless noted otherwise, you must be a U.S. resident to be considered for We Get It Foundation’s Alexis P. Gabe’s Scholarship for Visual Arts award.
III. Winners of the scholarships will sign a press release, waiver of liability, and a short-term confidentiality agreement prior to receiving the award. The short-term confidentiality agreement ends when We Get It Foundation publicly announces the recipients.
IV. If the winners of the scholarship choose not to accept the awards or fail to respond in a timely manner after being selected to receive the awards, We Get It Foundation reserves the right to rescind the award and award it to another applicant.
VI. Applicants must also submit a written statement telling us why you should be chosen to receive this scholarship and what visual arts means to you. If applicant is unable to provide a written statement, you may ask a family member or a friend to write the statement for you. If unable to do both, you may submit a statement in the form of a video or an audio. Written, video, or audio submissions are to be sent to info@yeswegetit.com
VII. (Optional) We would love to see a picture of our proposed scholarship candidate or team, but only if that’s something you would like to send, this is not mandatory. Submissions of photographs are to be sent to info@yeswegetit.com
If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact We Get It Foundation at least 72 hours in advance of the application deadline at info@yeswegetit.com
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