The KCPE 2023 candidate graduates who passed their KCPE exams can now apply for the Wings to Fly programme courtesy of Equity Bank.
The Wings to Fly scholarship program, an initiative of the Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation (MCF), was established to support secondary education for top performing children from financially challenged backgrounds.
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will first open a new account through the programme’s portal.
Instructions To Applicants:
- Only 2023 KCPE candidates are viable to make an application for this scholarship.
- The information provided in the form is intended to help Equity Group Foundation Community Scholarship Selection Board (CSSB) understand the applicant’s academic and financial position for the purpose of assessment for scholarship/award.
- All fields with asterisk (*) are mandatory fields and must be filled accordingly.
- This application form must be filled accurately, honestly and completely. Equity Group Foundation will reject any applications without relevant documents.
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Benefits Of The Wings To Fly programme
The Wings to Fly programme offers comprehensive support for the scholars. This is through provision of tuition fees, accommodation, books, uniform, shopping, pocket money and transport to and from school during their 4 years of secondary education.
Documents Needed For Application:
- KCPE Results Slip (official KNEC slip or signed & stamped paper from the school). For early bird applications, you will be allowed to complete the application form without KCPE marks and Result Slip until submission.
- Copy of Death Certificate (if father/mother deceased).
- Evidence of financial support (if they have received support in the past).
- Evidence of special needs (if they have indicated special needs).
- Copy of Pay Slip/ Bank Statement (if parents/guardians are employed/business).
- Signed declaration by Applicant and Parent/Guardian
- Filled application and recommendation form by Head Teacher, Provincial Adm. Religious Leader and any other.
However, completion and submission of this form is not a guarantee for sponsorship. Therefore any false statements, omissions or forged documents will lead to automatic disqualification. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.