Scholarships

Who Can Apply: The transition from high school to college can be daunting, especially for students who have no family background in higher education. Navigating college applications, standardized testing, financial aid, and the new environment of a college campus is no easy task, especially for students who have limited guidance from their parents. Thriving in college … [Read more...] about Dr. Fletcher L. Gamble Scholarship 2027 (Deadline: May 1, 2027)

Who Can Apply: This scholarship is dedicated to providing the essential resources and encouragement for young women of color to flourish. This scholarship's inspiration comes from the transformative power of education, as exemplified by someone who, despite facing the challenges of teenage motherhood and leaving high school, successfully ascended from a GED to an MBA. … [Read more...] about Concrete Rose Scholarship Award 2026 (Deadline: September 10, 2026)

Who Can Apply: With its potential to open so many doors to the future, college should be accessible to everyone who wants it. Many students from low-income or first-generation households never consider college to be an attainable option, especially if their parents don’t see it as an option. Regardless of one’s dreams, passions, or potential, college can feel impossible … [Read more...] about 2026 Bright Lights Scholarship (Deadline: December 11, 2026)

Who Can Apply: Education and financial awareness change lives, and this scholarship fund is designed to turn opportunity into lasting impact. It has been created to support students with ambition and purpose who are passionate about educational advancement, literacy development, and financial empowerment. This scholarship represents more than financial assistance. It is … [Read more...] about DeShields Foundation for Literacy and Finance Scholarship (Deadline: November 9, 2026)

Who Can Apply: Many kids don’t achieve the highest grades or are otherwise underprivileged and challenged when pursuing higher education. Kevin was a beloved son who found his passion in welding when he participated in a career training education (CTE) program the summer before he started high school. He was so proud of himself when he brought home the first project he … [Read more...] about 2027 Weld Our Soul Scholarship (Deadline: April 9, 2027)