Scholarships

Background (History of the Award) **Purpose and origin:** The Advocates Scholarship was created by The Advocates Law Firm to reduce the financial barriers of higher education and to support lifelong learning in the communities the firm serves. The scholarship reflects the firm’s commitment to education, community safety, and civic awareness. It is awarded on a continuing, biannual basis to students enrolled at accredited U.S. colleges and universities. The program emphasizes practical civic topics—this cycle’s prompt focuses on bicyclist safety and public awareness. - Founded by The Advocates Law Firm to support higher-education access - Ongoing, biannual scholarship program - Emphasis...

Overview Each year we offer scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 to at least two recipients for post–high school education. Awards are available to people who have a spinal cord injury or a spinal-cord-related disability, or to the child of such an individual. All eligibility requirements below must be satisfied for an application to be considered. Application deadline: All materials must be received by 6/12/2026. Who is eligible - Applicants must be either: - An individual with a spinal cord injury or a disorder directly affecting the spinal cord, or - The child of an individual meeting the above condition....

Intro The LeadMN Leadership Scholarship recognizes undergraduate students who combine strong academics with active community leadership. Award recipients have supported their communities in a variety of ways — for example, mentoring Head Start children, coordinating youth programs, or volunteering as translators. The scholarship is worth $1,250 and is granted twice each academic year (once for the fall term and once for the spring term). Fall applications open January 1; spring applications open July 1. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. on the posted due dates. Who is eligible - Must be currently enrolled at one of the 33 Minnesota State Colleges...

Overview: This scholarship offers a total of $5,000 in support for students enrolled in master’s or doctoral nursing programs who demonstrate a commitment to improving the nation’s health and health care. For eligible GNSA members, two $2,500 awards will be granted—one in the fall and one in the spring. Eligibility: - Must be actively enrolled in a nursing program (master’s or doctoral) at the time of application. - GNSA membership required to be considered for the $2,500 awards. Award schedule: - Two $2,500 scholarships awarded each academic year: one in the fall and one in the spring, totaling $5,000 in...

Description The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) is a volunteer-run nonprofit that provides financial support to Korean-American students pursuing higher education. Its mission emphasizes academic achievement, civic leadership, and pride in Korean cultural heritage. The foundation is funded by membership dues, local fundraising, and donations from board members and supporters, and it also administers regionally available scholarships for descendants of Korean War American Veterans when funds permit. Key takeaways: - Mission: support academics, leadership, and cultural pride for Korean-American students. - Operated by a volunteer Board of Directors; funded by dues, fundraising, and donors. - Also offers region-specific scholarships honoring...

Description Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) is a volunteer-run nonprofit that provides financial support to Korean-American students pursuing higher education. The foundation focuses on reducing economic barriers to academic progress and promoting leadership within the community. KASF offers regional scholarships through independently operated chapters while coordinating national policies and standards. Key takeaways - Volunteer-managed nonprofit focused on higher-education support for Korean-American students. - Regional chapters administer scholarships under a single national framework. - Emphasis on financial assistance, leadership development, and cultural pride. Purpose and mission KASF has three core objectives that guide its programs and awards: help Korean-American students achieve...

Description **Mission and focus:** The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) is a volunteer-managed nonprofit that helps Korean‑American students access higher education through need‑based scholarships and community support. Its core objectives are to support academic and personal achievement, promote civic and community service as leadership development, and foster pride in Korean cultural heritage. KASF also considers scholarships for qualified descendants of Korean War American veterans when funding allows. The organization is funded and operated primarily by volunteers, member dues, local fundraising, and donations from board members and supporters. Key takeaways - KASF is a nonprofit focused on financial support for Korean‑heritage...

Description Bold subheading: What KASF does The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) is a volunteer-run nonprofit that provides financial assistance to Korean-American students pursuing higher education. It awards scholarships through regional chapters and supports students who demonstrate heritage ties to Korea, academic potential, and financial need. KASF also makes awards—when funds permit—to qualified descendants of Korean War veterans. Key takeaways: - Volunteer-managed nonprofit focused on higher-education scholarships. - Serves students with Korean heritage and, when funded, descendants of Korean War veterans. - Scholarships administered through regional chapters across the U.S. Mission and objectives Bold subheading: Core goals KASF pursues three...

Description **Overview** The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) is a volunteer-run nonprofit that provides scholarships to support Korean-American students pursuing higher education. Its work emphasizes academic and personal achievement, leadership development through community and civic service, and pride in Korean cultural heritage. The foundation distributes awards through regional chapters and aligns its activities with community fundraising and member support. Key takeaways: - KASF is a nonprofit focused on supporting Korean-American students. - Emphasis on academics, community service, leadership, and cultural pride. - Scholarships are administered through regional chapters. Eligibility **Who can apply** Applicants must demonstrate Korean heritage (a Korean parent,...

Overview The Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship is a competitive award for Louisiana students pursuing degrees in forestry, wildlife, or marine science at a Louisiana public college or university. Awards are $2,000 per year for an undergraduate recipient and $3,000 per year for a graduate recipient. A student may receive funds for up to three years of undergraduate study and two years of graduate study; the total maximum cumulative award is $12,000. Who is eligible - Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or an eligible non‑citizen; register with the Selective Service if that requirement applies. - Have been a Louisiana resident...

Description **Purpose** The AFSCME Council 13 Scholarship Program provides one-time financial awards to help cover educational expenses for the families of Council 13 members. Awards may be applied toward tuition, lodging, books and other school-related costs. The program is administered by AFSCME Council 13 and is reserved for qualifying applicants connected to members in good standing. Key takeaways - One-time scholarships intended for educational expenses. - Administered by AFSCME Council 13. - Reserved for applicants connected to Council 13 members in good standing. Eligibility **Who qualifies** Undergraduate applicants must be the child or grandchild of an AFSCME Council 13 member...

Description **Overview:** The Evans Scholarship is a merit-and-need based award that provides full college tuition and campus housing to select high-achieving caddies from limited-income backgrounds. It targets students who have built strong caddie records, demonstrated academic promise, and shown leadership, integrity and character. The program is administered through a competitive application and review process managed by the Evans Scholars Foundation and local scholarship committees. Key takeaways: - Full tuition plus housing for qualifying caddies. - Focuses on academic achievement, financial need, and character. - Administered by the Evans Scholars Foundation and local committees. Eligibility **Minimum requirements:** Applicants must have at...