Scholarships

Overview Each year we offer scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 to at least two recipients for post–high school education. Awards are available to people who have a spinal cord injury or a spinal-cord-related disability, or to the child of such an individual. All eligibility requirements below must be satisfied for an application to be considered. Application deadline: All materials must be received by 6/12/2026. Who is eligible - Applicants must be either: - An individual with a spinal cord injury or a disorder directly affecting the spinal cord, or - The child of an individual meeting the above condition....

Intro The LeadMN Leadership Scholarship recognizes undergraduate students who combine strong academics with active community leadership. Award recipients have supported their communities in a variety of ways — for example, mentoring Head Start children, coordinating youth programs, or volunteering as translators. The scholarship is worth $1,250 and is granted twice each academic year (once for the fall term and once for the spring term). Fall applications open January 1; spring applications open July 1. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. on the posted due dates. Who is eligible - Must be currently enrolled at one of the 33 Minnesota State Colleges...

Overview The 2026 application cycle opens March 1, 2026. All applications must be submitted by May 22, 2026. Applicants will be informed of selection decisions by mid‑July 2026. Required documents (electronic copies) Have digital copies of the following ready to upload with your application: - High school transcript (a seven‑semester transcript is acceptable). - SAT or ACT score reports, if you have taken those exams. - One letter of recommendation from a school administrator, UIL coach, or counselor (acceptable recommenders: superintendent, principal, assistant principal, UIL coach, or counselor). - Pages 1 and 2 of your parent or guardian’s most recent...

Overview: This scholarship offers a total of $5,000 in support for students enrolled in master’s or doctoral nursing programs who demonstrate a commitment to improving the nation’s health and health care. For eligible GNSA members, two $2,500 awards will be granted—one in the fall and one in the spring. Eligibility: - Must be actively enrolled in a nursing program (master’s or doctoral) at the time of application. - GNSA membership required to be considered for the $2,500 awards. Award schedule: - Two $2,500 scholarships awarded each academic year: one in the fall and one in the spring, totaling $5,000 in...

Description The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) is a volunteer-run nonprofit that provides financial support to Korean-American students pursuing higher education. Its mission emphasizes academic achievement, civic leadership, and pride in Korean cultural heritage. The foundation is funded by membership dues, local fundraising, and donations from board members and supporters, and it also administers regionally available scholarships for descendants of Korean War American Veterans when funds permit. Key takeaways: - Mission: support academics, leadership, and cultural pride for Korean-American students. - Operated by a volunteer Board of Directors; funded by dues, fundraising, and donors. - Also offers region-specific scholarships honoring...

Description **Overview** The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) is a volunteer-run nonprofit that provides scholarships to support Korean-American students pursuing higher education. Its work emphasizes academic and personal achievement, leadership development through community and civic service, and pride in Korean cultural heritage. The foundation distributes awards through regional chapters and aligns its activities with community fundraising and member support. Key takeaways: - KASF is a nonprofit focused on supporting Korean-American students. - Emphasis on academics, community service, leadership, and cultural pride. - Scholarships are administered through regional chapters. Eligibility **Who can apply** Applicants must demonstrate Korean heritage (a Korean parent,...

Overview The Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship is a competitive award for Louisiana students pursuing degrees in forestry, wildlife, or marine science at a Louisiana public college or university. Awards are $2,000 per year for an undergraduate recipient and $3,000 per year for a graduate recipient. A student may receive funds for up to three years of undergraduate study and two years of graduate study; the total maximum cumulative award is $12,000. Who is eligible - Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or an eligible non‑citizen; register with the Selective Service if that requirement applies. - Have been a Louisiana resident...

Introduction At The Champion Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.C., our lawyers are dedicated to assisting people across Atlanta and throughout Georgia who suffer wrongful injuries. We also recognize the many mentors and supporters—coaches, teachers, family members—who shaped our paths. The Atlanta Future Champions Scholarship is our way of giving back and helping local students pursue their goals. Who should apply This scholarship targets students who demonstrate strong character, a commitment to serving their community, and a drive to excel in their chosen field. Becoming a champion requires practice, patience, and perseverance. Tell us how you live those values, the steps...

Intro / Biography Joe Francis began his business career as a teenager: at 17 he became the youngest licensed barber in Minnesota. In 1957, he and his wife Flo opened a single-chair shop in West St. Paul, Minnesota — the modest start of a lifetime pursuit of the American Dream. A consummate craftsman, Joe built his reputation through confidence, optimism, trust in his team, and a drive to elevate the profession. He won recognition in international hair competitions and became especially known for his razor-cut technique. In 1963 he launched The Barbers Hairstyling for Men, the industry’s first full-service men’s...

Description **Purpose and audience** ExceptionalNurse.com is a nonprofit started to support nursing students and nurses with disabilities, focusing on access, accommodation, and opportunity within nursing education and practice. The organization provides resources and awards aimed at reducing barriers to entry and progression in nursing programs for people with documented disabilities. It operates as a targeted support network rather than a general scholarship fund, emphasizing the intersection of nursing education and disability advocacy. The organization’s work is rooted in both service and lived experience. Key takeaways: - Founded to support nursing students and nurses with disabilities. - Focuses on access, accommodation,...

Intro The AMVETS National Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship is intended to acknowledge and support students who demonstrate financial need, academic achievement and future potential; to encourage recruitment of highly qualified individuals into today’s workforce; and to reflect the engagement of a National Service Organization and its members. Scholarship winners are selected and announced at the AMVETS National Convention each August. Awards available include up to two (2) scholarships of $1,000 each and as many as five (5) scholarships of $750 each. Eligibility - Applicant must be either a current member of the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary or the son, daughter, step‑son, step‑daughter,...

Overview The ASID Foundation administers scholarships created to sustain and grow expertise in targeted areas of design and to support research efforts by ASID members. David Barrett Memorial Scholarship — Key Information - Award amount: $12,000 - Application window: February 15 to April 15, 2027 - Frequency: Awarded every two years Purpose and Eligibility The David Barrett Memorial Scholarship honors exceptional undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an accredited interior design program of at least three years’ duration. Candidates should show a sustained interest and proven ability to work with classical design principles—aligned with Greek and Roman traditions—and to incorporate...