Headlights for Hope Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Clark & Howell Attorneys at Law
Introduction
At Clark & Howell we recognize how common motorcycle crashes remain across the country. While Maine is consistently ranked among the three safest states to drive in the U.S., the state recently experienced nearly a threefold increase in motorcycle fatalities compared with earlier years. New Hampshire also reported a 6% rise in crash-related deaths in 2024. With a goal of improving roadway safety and reducing these tragic outcomes, we are launching the 2026 Headlights for Hope Scholarship to encourage awareness and generate practical ideas for preventing motorcycle accidents and distracted driving.
Eligibility
- Open to legal U.S. residents living in any of the 50 states or the District of Columbia who are enrolled in a vocational program or a two- to four-year postsecondary institution. Eligible applicants include high school seniors, students in vocational programs, undergraduate students, and graduate students.
- Clark & Howell employees, their immediate family members (parents, children, siblings, spouses), and any person living in the same household (regardless of relation) are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and be in good academic standing.
Application Requirements
- Essay: Submit an original 750–1,000 word essay answering the prompt: What road safety measures could help reduce motorcycle accidents and distracted driving? If applicable, describe any personal or close experience with a motorcycle crash.
- AI policy: All essays will be screened for AI-generated content. Entries found to contain AI writing will be disqualified.
- Resume: Provide a professional résumé outlining academic and professional experience.
- Transcript: Include a transcript from your current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or recent transfers may submit an unofficial current transcript plus the most recent official transcript from their previous institution. High school applicants should provide proof of acceptance to a college or university.
- Preference: Priority consideration will be given to students who are from or are attending secondary school in the state.
Additional Notes
- Ensure all materials are complete and truthful; incomplete applications may not be reviewed.
- Submissions that do not follow the word count, contain AI-generated text, or fail to meet the eligibility requirements will be ineligible for consideration.