Who Can Apply:
- Investing in communities requires robust mental health programs staffed by passionate professionals.
- Mental illness can derail and even end lives. Mental illness remains highly stigmatized, discouraging those who suffer from getting the help they need. Improving mental health outcomes requires raising awareness and acceptance of treatment and encouraging the next generation to seek out careers in mental health-related fields.
- This scholarship aims to support students who are dedicating their careers to reducing stigma regarding mental illness, increasing access to quality care within our communities and advocating for those that cannot advocate for themselves.
- Any high school senior who is a resident of Central Illinois may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they’re pursuing a field in the mental health sphere, such as social work, counseling, nursing, or psychiatry.
Submission: To apply, tell us why you’re pursuing the mental health field, how your experience has affected you, how you’ll make a difference through your career, and how you’re addressing a social issue.
Deadline: April 2, 2025
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/majestic-bison-for-wellness-scholarship/