Scholarships at Banana Pan Academy

We believe education should be available to everyone, and that a strong community should support its individuals.

Our scholarship program is designed to make high-quality mentorship and education accessible to learners from all backgrounds. Once available, scholarships can also be used to cover classes, workshops, and more.

Here’s everything you need to know about our scholarships:

HOW IT WORKS?

Our scholarship program is funded through:

Community Donations

These donations cover the platform’s admin and hosting fees, and once those basic costs are covered, 100% of funds will go to scholarships for learners.

Mentor Contributions

Some mentors volunteer slots in their schedule to provide mentorship scholarships

We maintain an inventory of scholarships available each month based on collected funds and mentor availability. The fund will pay any mentor once their volunteered slots are no longer available.

HOW to apply

  1. Eligibility

  • Open to anyone who wants to learn.

  • If you are experiencing financial needs or hardships, tell us about it so we can support you with the scholarship.

  1. Application Process

    Complete the online application form on our website.

    • Step 1

      • Indicate the mentor you would like to connect with.

    • Step 2: Submit a short personal statement (500 words max) detailing:

      • Your creative journey.

      • How you plan to use the mentorship or course to grow.

    • Step 3: Provide any supporting documents (e.g., portfolio, recommendation letters).

  2. Partial Scholarships

    • Scholarships can be partial. If you do not qualify for a full scholarship, you may request partial support.

    • Once scholarship forms are assessed, individuals will be contacted on a case-by-case basis.

  3. Deadline

    • Applications are accepted on a rolling basis or as announced in specific scholarship rounds.

Support Our Scholarship Program

If you’d like to help us expand access to education, consider:

  • Donating: Any amount helps us reach more learners in need.

  • Becoming a Mentor: Volunteer slots in your schedule to directly support a learner.

  • Spreading the Word: Share our scholarship program with your network.

Let's all learn together and support each other in the journey.

 FAQs

  • Anyone who wants to learn and needs financial support is welcome to apply. We aim to make education accessible to all.

  • Yes, you can request partial support if you do not qualify for a full scholarship. Indicate the amount of support you need in your application.

  • Scholarships are funded through community donations and mentor contributions. Once our basic costs are covered, all additional funds go directly to scholarships.

  • After submitting your application, our team will review it. You will be contacted individually on a case-by-case basis regarding your application’s outcome.

  • Yes, you can indicate your preferred mentor in your application form. If unsure, we’re happy to help match you with the right mentor.

  • If your financial situation or learning goals change, you can update your application by contacting us directly.

  • Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, depending on available funds and mentor availability.