ELFA Scholarship Program: Supporting the Next Generation of Leaders

We are excited to announce the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association (ELFA) Scholarship Program, an initiative established by the ELFA Board to support deserving students positively influenced by Econo Lodge. This program is designed to foster educational growth and development among our Econo Lodge community.

Scholarship Details:

Eligibility:
• Open to employees and family members of an Econo Lodge franchise (excluding the ELFA Board of Directors).
• Applicants must be entering or currently enrolled in an accredited college or technical school for the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year

Evaluation Criteria:
• Applicants will be evaluated based on:
• High school and college transcripts
• Participation in extracurricular activities and volunteer work
• A written essay

Award Information:
• Up to two scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded based on the ELFA Board of Directors’ review and selection.
• All application materials must be submitted or postmarked by June 15, 2025 for consideration.
• The ELFA Board of Directors is solely responsible for determining eligibility and awards. By applying, applicants agree that all decisions made by the Board are final.

How to Apply:
• Visit www.elfa.org to download the Scholarship Application.
• Completed applications should be submitted via email to ELFA Executive Director Yash Desai at ydesai.elfa@outlook.com.
For any questions or further assistance, please contact Yash Desai at 301-580-1905.

This scholarship program underscores our commitment to supporting the next generation of leaders in our community. Please share this opportunity with eligible employees and family members, encouraging them to take advantage of this chance to achieve their educational goals.

Thank you for your continued dedication to ELFA.

Warm regards,
Pradip Patel
President, ELFA