Who Can Apply:
- Intellectual disabilities impact many individuals, including those living with the conditions, loved ones of those diagnosed, and caregivers.
- Intellectual disabilities are often stigmatized and misunderstood, which can lead to discrimination or otherwise poor treatment of those who have them. When society overlooks the intellectually disabled community, the world becomes less accessible, with fewer resources or tools to make public infrastructure, education, and other spaces easier to navigate.
- This scholarship seeks to champion the cause of intellectual disability justice by supporting the dedicated individuals who contribute to this community.
- Any undergraduate, graduate, or trade/vocational/technical student who is pursuing a degree in a field supporting people with intellectual disabilities (special education, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, social work, public policy, medical research, etc.) may apply for this scholarship opportunity. However, applicants who are a family member or primary caregiver of an individual with an intellectual disability are preferred.
Submission: To apply, tell us what inspired you to pursue a career involving intellectual disabilities and how you hope to make a difference. Additionally, if you’re a caretaker or family member of someone with an intellectual disability, tell us about your relationship with that person and how it has impacted your life and goals.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/champions-for-intellectual-disability-scholarship/
