Cincinnati Reds’ outfielder Austin Hays, in partnership with the Cincinnati Reds and Bold.org., has launched the Austin Hays All Your Heart Scholarship. The grant offers low-income High School and College students in Ohio the chance to receive $20,000 to further their educational goals.
This marks Austin’s second scholarship on Bold.org, following the $20,000 award he gave away to a Maryland student in 2022, during his time as a member of the Baltimore Orioles. Now with the Reds, Austin and his wife Samantha continue their commitment to education by assisting the winning Ohio student in overcoming the financial barriers that can challenge the pursuit of higher education.
“Ohio has embraced me and my family since I joined the Reds, and we want to return that generosity by investing in the next generation of dreamers,” said Austin. “The Austin Hays Scholarship is for students with big goals who are putting in the work—but just need the opportunity. With the Reds and Bold.org, we’re hoping we can help that happen for the winning student.”
The scholarship recipient will receive their award during a live, on-the-field ceremony prior to a Cincinnati Reds home game on September 24, 2025.
The Austin Hays Scholarship is open to any current high school or college student in the state of Ohio who comes from a low-income household. Applicants must write a short essay sharing the dream or goal they are pursuing and how they plan to make it a reality.
Eligible students can apply now at: bold.org/scholarships/austin-hays-scholarship/
Together with Bold.org and the Reds, Austin Hays is opening the door to a brighter future—one student at a time.
ABOUT THE CINCINNATI REDS COMMUNITY FUND
The Reds Community Fund (RCF) is the charitable arm of the Cincinnati Reds Major League Baseball team. Its mission is to improve the lives of youth through baseball and softball, education, and community involvement. The fund supports underserved children and communities throughout Reds Country by providing access to programs, facilities, and opportunities they might not otherwise have.
Key initiatives of the Reds Community Fund include:
- Reds Youth Academy: A facility in Cincinnati offering year-round baseball/softball training, educational support, and mentoring for local youth.
- Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI): A national MLB program administered locally by the RCF to promote youth baseball and softball.
- Field Renovation Projects: The RCF helps rebuild and improve community ballfields.
- Community Outreach Events: Camps, clinics, fundraising events, and player appearances that connect youth and fans with the Reds organization.
ABOUT BOLD.ORG
Founded in 2019 with the mission to fight student debt, Bold.org is a leading scholarship and student finance platform dedicated to helping students at all educational levels find and apply for exclusive scholarships, fellowships, and grants while offering student banking rewards. Bold.org also empowers individuals and organizations—including Marcus Stroman, Terry Crews, Cat Zingano, and many others—to create high-impact scholarship opportunities that support students at every educational level.
In partnership with the Bold Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity, Bold.org enables tax-deductible donations, facilitates donor crowdfunding, and ensures that 100% of every dollar donated goes directly to student recipients—maximizing access and impact nationwide. To learn more, find scholarships or create a scholarship, visit Bold.org.