NLF Scholarship
In the view of No Lost Food, caring for the environment is one of the most urgent challenges of our time.
No Lost Food is deeply committed to supporting students from low-income families who aspire to pursue higher education and contribute to safeguarding our planet. This cause holds special significance for our scholarship team, and through this initiative, we hope to empower future leaders who are passionate about environmental protection.
This scholarship aims to support the next generation of environmental leaders so they can complete the training they need to make an impact on the environment.
Any low-income high school senior who has been accepted into an accredited four-year college or university as a full-time student may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have at least a 3.0 GPA, community service experience, and a passion for the environment.
To apply, tell us what you believe are the primary causes of food waste in your community and what steps you would take to address them. Additionally, upload a photo of yourself. You may also submit two letters of recommendation, but this is optional.
What do you believe are the primary causes of food waste in your community, and what steps would you take to effectively address them?
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The application deadline is May 4, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 5, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 5, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.