Who Can Apply:
- Vanessa was a beloved daughter who tragically passed away in a car accident at the age of ten.
- Vanessa was shy but always smiling and kind. Vanessa was talented in many fields, excelling in art, dance, gymnastics, and cheer. She was a good student who loved her teachers and her school, and she was known about town for always wearing big bows and the color pink.
- This scholarship seeks to honor Vanessa’s life by supporting students in Texas who are pursuing art, music, education, or healthcare.
- Any high school senior in Texas who is pursuing art, music, education (teaching and coaching), or healthcare (doctors and nurses) and has a unique characteristic they’re known or recognized for may apply for this scholarship.
Submission: To apply, tell us how you plan to make a difference in the world through your education and how you or your family have overcome adversity.
Deadline: April 16, 2025
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/be-a-vanessa-scholarship/