ACE Scholarship
The Accepting the Challenge of Excellence (A.C.E.) Award honors high school seniors who have overcome significant physical, emotional, or social challenges—and are now on track to graduate.
“I thought there was no one out there to help me… The smallest spark can light the darkness.”
— Curtis J. Miller, Past Recipient
Scholarship Overview
Exchange Club of Daniel Island will award the winning student $2,500 to help offset tuition expenses. The local winner will qualify for the district and National competition, which awards a $15,000 scholarship to each student winning one of the three National awards. In total, The National Exchange Club has awarded over a million dollars to scholarship recipients.
Students are encourage to apply by contacting your school’s guidance counselor, who will have the application materials.
Eligibility criteria
All students living in the 29492 zip code can apply.
Candidates must graduate from high school this year, OR complete GED classes by the age of 19, and by the June 1 National Headquarters submission deadline.
Applications must be submitted locally by March 31, 2026.
Our Mission
To empower youth through:
Academic & career development
Mentorship & personal guidance
Social engagement & volunteerism
We believe that perseverance deserves recognition—and support.
Exchange Club Programs Offer
Academic & career development
Mentorship & personal guidance
Social engagement & awareness
Meaningful volunteer opportunities
Program Goals
Encourage students to complete high school
Promote continued education
Recognize achievements that might go unnoticed
Offer hope and support to those who need it most