ELC Scholarship Programs: A Comprehensive Guide

The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) is dedicated to cultivating future corporate leaders by supporting academic achievement and professional development through various scholarship programs. These scholarships, along with the Honors Symposium, aim to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the business world. This article provides a detailed overview of ELC scholarship programs and other financial aid and educational opportunities.

ELC Scholarship Programs Overview

The Executive Leadership Council (The ELC) is committed to building a pipeline of corporate talent by supporting the academic achievement and development of college students. We provide both undergraduate and graduate scholarships on behalf of corporate partners, as well as provide a robust professional development workshop series for the students called Honors Symposium. Each scholarship award has unique eligibility requirements that candidates must meet for consideration. Students who are currently enrolled in a community college or junior college and have been accepted to an accredited four-year college are eligible to apply for undergraduate scholarships.

Available Scholarships

The ELC offers several scholarships, each with unique eligibility requirements:

The Alvaro L. Martins Scholarship: This scholarship honors The Executive Leadership Council’s first President and CEO and a founding member, whose leadership helped shape the organization’s mission and long-term impact. This scholarship supports high-achieving male students pursuing degrees in business, management, or related fields who demonstrate strong leadership potential and a commitment to excellence.
- Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Academic Classification (Fall 2025): Rising Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
- Major: Open to all.
The Ann Fudge Scholarship: Named in honor of the first woman Chair of The Executive Leadership Council and former Chairman and CEO of Young & Rubicam Brands, the Ann Fudge Scholarship celebrates bold leadership, strategic thinking, and business innovation. This scholarship is awarded to high-potential female students pursuing degrees in business, marketing, management, or related disciplines who aspire to lead and influence at the highest levels.
- Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Academic Classification (Fall 2025): Rising Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
- Major: Open to all.
The Ronald C. Parker Legacy Scholarship: The Ronald C. Parker Legacy Scholarship honors the enduring legacy of the late Ronald C. Parker, former President and CEO of The Executive Leadership Council.
- Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Academic Classification (Fall 2025): Rising Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
- Major: Open to all.

Other scholarships are available based on major and career interests.

General Eligibility and Application Requirements

ELC Scholarships are available to applicants currently enrolled in an accredited four-year college.
Submit FASA Submission Summary must include Student Aid Index.
List the school you are currently enrolled in at the time of your application.

Applicants are encouraged to apply to as many scholarships you are eligible for.

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Honors Symposium

Honors Symposium is a multi-day professional development experience comprising of a series of workshops and meetings that prepare ELC Scholars to contribute their talents in the workplace effectively. The 2026 Honors Symposium will be conducted from October 28-October 31, 2026, in National Harbor, MD.

Honors Symposium is a benefit of accepting the ELC Scholarship.

Application Process

Create your online Application.
Before the application deadline, your application can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed. As each section is complete, you will see a appear in the category tab when the application is saved. Please ensure that all attachments are in Acrobat PDF format.
On completion, save your Application as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your application for your records by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section in the right column.

Important Considerations for Applicants

It is your responsibility as an applicant to ensure that your recommender submits the recommendation form on time. Applications without this requirement will be disqualified from advancing.
For certain scholarships, yes.
ELC Scholarships vary by institution type.

Additional Educational and Financial Support Programs

Besides the ELC Scholarship Programs, there are various other opportunities for educational and financial support, including programs for English language learning, childcare assistance, and early childhood education.

English Language Center (ELC) Scholarship Program

One student will be chosen to receive the scholarship. The scholarship will pay for tuition and fees for one 9-week Intensive English Language quarter program at the ELC. The scholarship can only be applied to one quarter of pre-collegiate study at the ELC. The scholarship only covers the tuition and fees listed above. The scholarship does not cover airline or travel expenses, accommodation and living expenses, and books and materials. The scholarship is not renewable. If a student chooses to continue to study at the ELC, the student must provide financial documentation demonstrating the ability to pay all tuition, fees and living expenses.

School Readiness Program

As a parent, finding a high-quality child care provider for your child can be difficult. Affording a high-quality child care provider can make that process even harder. The School Readiness (SR) program can help with the cost of child care through a partial scholarship that will pay for a portion of the child care cost. These partial scholarships are based on the family’s income, Individual Education Plans (3-5 years olds only), risk factors, and if the parent is furthering their education.

You will receive notice 45 days prior to your certificate end date notifying you to upload your most recent proof of income, school schedule, child’s Individual Education Plan, or At-Risk referral. Click here for a complete list of items you need during your re-determination.

Costs and Waivers

Yes. Depending on the household income, the family will be assigned a copay based on a percentage of their gross annual income. Additionally, childcare providers may have registration and differential fees required to attend their center or family childcare home. These fees are collected at the discretion of each individual provider.

The coalition may waive a co-payment on a case-by-case basis under certain circumstances. A temporary waiver can be granted for families with income at or below 100% of the federal poverty level during an event that limits a parent’s ability to pay, as defined in Section 1002.84(8), F.S.

Waiting List and Immediate Childcare Options

Why is there a waiting list for School Readiness? I am on the School Readiness Waiting List. What documents should I prepare to establish eligibility once I am offered funding? I’m on the waiting list and need childcare immediately. What other options do I have?

Free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Program: If your child is currently on the School Readiness Waitlist and will turn 5 years old by September 1st of the upcoming school year, they may be eligible for immediate entry into early education through Florida’s Free VPK Program.
Hillsborough County Head Start & Early Head Start: Head Start serves children 3-5 years old and Early Head Start serves children up to 3 years old.

Eligibility is determined by parents’ gross income and must not exceed 150% of the federal poverty level. Most recent pay stub. If self-employed, please use the following work calendar template to show the hours you work and income received in the last four weeks.

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But I need help now, what can I do? Our trained Child Care Resource and Referral team is available to assist you, at no cost, to discuss available options while you wait.

My Family Services Specialist is requesting additional documents. Log into the DEL Family Portal. Redetermination dates cannot be extended. Clients are informed of their redetermination date at the time their care is processed, which can also be found on the Certificate of Authorization that was electronically signed in the DEL Family Portal.

IECP and ELCHC Learning Events

General Information

All registrations for IECP learning events and workshops are completed online. Registrations are received on a first-come, first-served basis and seating is limited. An account to our online platform is required for all learning event registrations regardless of cost or type of payment used.

Payment, if required, can be made online at the time of registration.

Policies

Registration Cancellation Policy: Registrants have up to 48 hours before a scheduled learning event to cancel. A refund will be made to the online account on file.
Learning Event Cancellation Policy: The event sponsor reserves the right to cancel a learning event due to low registration. A credit will be applied to the online account on file.
Attendance Policy: You are encouraged to log on virtually or arrive in person 5-10 minutes prior to the start time of your learning event. Participants arriving more than 15 minutes late WILL NOT BE ADMITTED TO THE SESSION. Partial in-service credit may be offered, if applicable. Make-up sessions WILL NOT BE OFFERED for any learning event.
Anti - Discrimination Policy: The IECP and ELCHC shall not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability/handicap, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or age in any aspect of a learning event, training workshop or professional development. The ELCHC also reasonably accommodates individuals with disabilities, handicaps and/or religious beliefs.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Any person with a disability/handicap requiring reasonable accommodations should call 813.515.2340 no later than seven business days prior to the scheduled learning event.
Learner Security Policy: The ELCHC strives to protect the privacy of learners that attend our learning events. Because each learner must register through our online learning platform, each record is restricted from public access. Learners can obtain a copy of their certifications as well as their own demographic/contact information provided. For online support, learners may call 813.515.2340 for assistance accessing their records. Learners are required to verify their Identification at all learning events by showing a state or government issued ID with photograph.
Proprietary Interest Policy: Individuals who participate in ELCHC’s learning events have the right to know about the proprietary interest a trainer/ instructor may have in a product or service prior to attending. All trainers/instructors are required to disclose proprietary interest in any produce, instrument, device, service and/or materials discussed at an event training, program, or workshop, as well as the source of any compensation related to the presentation.
CEU Award Policy: Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be awarded for all learning events three hours or longer in duration. Learning events less than three hours will be awarded in-service hours upon completion. CEUs will be awarded upon successful completion of the learning event. To successfully complete the learning event, learners must arrive on time, attend all required sessions, be an active participant and complete all related assignments and/or surveys as defined by the trainer/instructor. Online training must have an engagement score of 75% or more. For all online training - CAMERAS MUST BE ON - NO EXCEPTIONS. Participant’s names for online training must match the name provided at registration. Any required assignments or surveys will be outlined in the Training Description on our online platform. Learners are encouraged to contact trainers/ instructors with any questions and/or clarification needed regarding the successful completion of assignments or surveys. In-service hours will be awarded in place of CEUs if the learner does not meet the requirements of successful completion as defined by the instructor/trainer.* Trainings may be recorded for educational purposes.
Achievement Bonus: To earn an achievement bonus, you must be teaching in Hillsborough County and meet all the requirements of the course, including pre/post assessments, homework assignments, reflection, and LMS instructor evaluation (if applicable). Each individual is limited to four training achievement bonuses per training cycle, and bonuses will not be given for previously completed coursework. Additionally, a W9 form must be submitted, and the address on the form must match the address on your LMS account. We ask that all registrants make the necessary childcare arrangements to meet the minimum requirements for participation in the learning event.

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