Get clear about God’s plan for your future. Find a walk with Jesus that changes the world.
The 2414 Scholarship Competition is more than a chance to win money.
It’s a chance to understand what God’s doing in the world — and how he’s calling you to play your part in it.
- Be challenged
by God’s word - Get encouraged
about God’s plan - Get excited about
your future
“WHAT’S GOD’S WILL
FOR MY LIFE?”
Sure, the Scripture says to “not be anxious”...
But let’s be real — when you’re in high school, trying to figure out God’s will for your life can tie you up in knots.
Register for the Kickoff GatheringIf you’ve ever worried if:
- A decision about your future is the right one
- A career you’re interested in is God’s best for you
- The college you want to go to is God’s choice
- Your desires for the future are your plans or God’s plan
We have good news for you:
You’re normal.
Better yet, you don’t have to be afraid you’ll miss the boat or never figure it out.
The Bible is actually very clear about his will and plan — and you can be, too.
Discover how to turn your passion
for Jesus into a career that does his will.
By entering the 2414 Scholarship Competition, you will:
Get clearer on
your calling.
Most Christians aren’t called to
be a pastor. But every follower
of Jesus is called to walk in God’s
purpose — regardless of what you
choose to do for work.
Discover God’s
global plan.
It’s a lot easier to figure out God’s
specific plan for your life when
you’ve caught a vision for his
global plan…and understand how
you can play your part in it.
Go deeper
with Jesus.
In the process of applying for
a scholarship, you’ll better
understand Jesus’ calling, wrestle with his Word, and learn from businesspeople doing his will.
HOW IT WORKS
THREE SCHOLARSHIPS.
TWO PATHS. ONE PURPOSE.
The 2414 Scholarship Competition is a Shark-Tank-like competition for 9th-12th graders.
The goal of the competition is simple: to help highschoolers better understand God’s plan and how He is calling them to participate in it — both now and in their future careers.
Three of the participants will win scholarships to help them do what God is calling them to do.
Register for the Kickoff GatheringTo be eligible for a scholarship, you must:
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01 Attend Three Workshops
We will host virtual workshops on November 15th, December 6th, and December 13th. These workshops will help you consider how you can advance God’s purpose in your career and prepare you to submit your scholarship application.
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02 Choose a Path
Participants can choose to either write a Career Essay OR create a Business Pitch. (Don’t worry, we’ll help you decide which is best for you during the process.)
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03 Submit your Application
The application deadline is January 22nd, 2027. Finalists will be announced on March 1st, and the finalists will compete for the 3 available scholarships at a LIVE event in Shreveport, LA on March 31st.
ABOUT THE SPONSOR — 2414 MINISTRIES
Many Christians Prayerfully Consider Their Career.
MOST NEVER DO WHAT GOD HAS TRULY CALLED THEM TO.
2414 Ministries is seeking to change that.
We’re a workplace ministry founded in 2016 by a Shreveport-based executive coach and businessman. After reading the Bible cover to cover and getting gripped by God’s global story, he set out to help other business people discover what he had found.
2414 Ministries does two main things:
- Teach people in the workforce how to become true disciples of Jesus.
- Support our global partners who are using business as a vehicle to advance the gospel in parts of the world that are hostile to Christianity.
The 2414 Scholarship Competition is funded by our donors and businesspeople in the ministry so that high schoolers can wrestle with God’s vision for their career BEFORE they start making their career choices.
Register for the Kickoff GatheringSCHEDULE & SPECIFICS
This Competition Could Change Your Life…
AND THE DESTINY OF NATIONS.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Public, private, and homeschool
students grades 9–12
TWO PATHS
The competition is open to students who want to either start a business OR pursue a career path:
Best Business Pitch — individual or up to a team of 3
Best Career Essay — how your career will advance God’s purpose
$10,000
TOTAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
- $5,000 — Most Strategic Ministry (both paths)
- $4,000 — Best Business Ministry Pitch
- $1,000 — Best Career Ministry Essay
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NOV 15, 2026
Kickoff Gathering & Workshop #1
6–7:30 PM CST • Zoom • “God’s Global Vision”
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DEC 6, 2026
Workshop #2
6–7:30 PM CST • Zoom
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DEC 13, 2026
Workshop #3
6–7:30 PM CST • Zoom
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JAN 22, 2027
Application Deadline
Jan–Feb Judging • Every applicant receives written, personal feedback
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MAR 01, 2027
Finalists Announced
Finalists prepare for the live competition
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MAR 31, 2027
Live Event • Shreveport, LA
Finalists present and winners are announced
ENTERING IS EASIER THAN YOU THINK.
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Register for the
Kickoff Gathering - 02
Learn how you can join
God in what He’s doing - 03
Decide if you want to
apply for a scholarship
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Do I need to make up my mind about participating in the competition before I register for the Kickoff Gathering?
No. The Kickoff Gathering will help you decide if the competition is right for you.
- I’m not sure about my career plans…or about starting a business. Should I still register?
Absolutely. The Kickoff Gathering is designed for exactly someone like you. By attending, you will get a ton of clarity about how understanding God’s plan can inform your plans — regardless of your future career. Moreover, the Kickoff Gathering will help you decide if participating in the scholarship competition is right for you right now.
- What will happen in the workshops?
Great question. In the workshops, 2414 Ministry leaders will help you better understand God’s purpose & plan — and how you can join Him in it. The workshops will be a mix of teaching, personal reflection, and discussion. They will also equip you with what you need to know to submit your scholarship application.
- If I have a conflict during one of the meeting times, what do I do?
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To take part in this competition, you need to attend all the meetings. If you want this, you need to show up. However, if a conflict is unavoidable, here’s what to do:
Conflict with the Kickoff Gathering: We will make a recording available until the commitment window for the competition closes on December 6th. The only way to get access to the 2nd and 3rd workshops (and thereby be eligible for the competition) will be to watch the meeting and sign up using the link we will provide there.
Conflict with the 2nd or 3rd meetings: Again, you need to attend the scheduled meetings to be eligible for the competition. If a conflict is unavoidable, please contact us no less than 48 hours before the meeting to determine if an audio or video recording can be made available.
- Is there an informational meeting for parents, educators, or ministry leaders?
Yes and no. We will not host a separate meeting for parents, educators, and ministry leaders. That said, all are welcome (and encouraged) to attend the Kickoff Gathering — and any additional meetings if you have a student engaging in the competition.
- How will the scholarships be awarded?
All essays and business pitch submissions will be reviewed by 2414 Ministries and its volunteers to select the finalists. The best 3 career essays and 3 business pitches will be selected to present their essay or business pitch at a Live Competition the evening of Wednesday, March 31, 2027 in Shreveport, LA. Our panel of judges will select the scholarship winners after their presentations that evening.
- What can I do with the scholarship money if I win?
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Depends on which path you choose:
- Students who write a Career Essay can use the scholarship toward their post-high school studies or approved ministry or mission work.
- Business Pitch winners can use their scholarship to start or grow their business or ministry.
- What happens after the competition is over?
We want to see all participants be equipped to do God’s will. Winners and other contestants in the competition may be selected (based upon their essays or business pitches) for an invitation to job shadowing opportunities or mentoring. All participants may receive ongoing equipping and encouragement from 2414 — and will be informed when next year’s Scholarship Competition is about to begin.
JESUS IS WORTH IT.Whether Or Not You Win.
Register for the Kickoff Gathering
by filling out the form.
Note: After you fill out the form, we’ll email a consent link to the student’s parent. Once they give consent, everyone on the registration will receive the Zoom invite for the Kickoff Gathering.
YOU’RE IN!
We’re so glad you registered for the 2414 Scholarship Competition’s Kickoff Gathering.
Get ready to be challenged by the Word of God…and catch a vision for how God wants to use your future to change the world.
IMPORTANT: A consent email has been sent to the parent you listed on the form. They will need to open that email & directly consent to confirm your registration.
Once they do, a confirmation email will be headed to your inbox. If you don’t see it, check spam or the Promotions tab.
See you on November 15th!
YOU’RE ALL SET!
Thank you for registering your student for the 2414 Scholarship Competition’s Kickoff Gathering.
Your student is about to be challenged by the Word of God…and catch a vision for how God wants to use their future to change the world.
IMPORTANT: We’ve sent a consent email to the address you entered for yourself. Open that email & give your consent to confirm the registration.
Once you do, we’ll email the Zoom invite to you and your student. If you don’t see it, check spam or the Promotions tab.
See you on November 15th!
THANK YOU!
Thank you for registering your student for the 2414 Scholarship Competition’s Kickoff Gathering.
They’re about to be challenged by the Word of God…and catch a vision for how God wants to use their future to change the world.
IMPORTANT: We’ve sent a consent email to the student’s parent. They will need to open that email & directly consent to confirm the registration.
Once they do, we’ll email the Zoom invite to you, the student, and the parent. You’re welcome to join the Kickoff Gathering too. If you don’t see the email, check spam or the Promotions tab.
See you on November 15th!