Who Can Apply:
- When it comes to housing, there are many challenges and disparities faced by marginalized communities, particularly in urban environments.
- There is an urgent need for change to combat issues such as homelessness, gentrification, affordable housing, and sustainability. Careers in urban planning and economics are some of the most impactful ways to affect change in the housing market and uplift communities by addressing the issues they face.
- This scholarship aims to empower future leaders who are dedicated to making our cities more equitable and sustainable for all.
- Any BIPOC high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who is pursuing urban planning, economics, or a related field focusing on creating positive impacts in urban environments may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but applicants with community service, volunteering, or leadership experience are preferred.
Submission: To apply, tell us about yourself, how you hope to make a difference in your chosen field, why you’re passionate about this field, and what motivates you to help others through your career.
Deadline: March 21, 2025
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/bipoc-urban-innovators-scholarship/
