[Page 4] The 105 Best Mental Health Scholarships in May 2026
Updated: May 11, 2026
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If finding mental health scholarships has felt discouraging, you’re not alone. The best mental health scholarships offer simple applications, real support, and flexible eligibility — and on this page, we rank the top Bold.org mental health scholarships based on amount, effort, deadline, and eligibility.
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100% free.Social Change Fund United Scholarship
Funded byThe Social Change Fund UnitedThis scholarship was created by philanthropists, entrepreneurs, and NBA superstars Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, and Dwyane Wade to support critical and timely issues impacting the Black community.Amount$15,000Deadline:Oct 27, 2023Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
3 winners91Darclei V. McGregor Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFriends and Family of DarcleiThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Darclei V. McGregor by addressing the growing shortage of qualified mental health providers.Amount$1,000Deadline:Nov 1, 2023Education LevelGraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner92Adam T. Hallberg Mental Illness Study Scholarship
Funded byErika HallbergThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Adam T. Hallberg by supporting students who are pursuing higher education in the mental health field.Amount$1,000Deadline:Dec 9, 2023Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners93Terry A. Greendeer Behavioral Health Wing Dedication Scholarship
Funded byConroy GreendeerThis scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Terry A. Greendeer by supporting Native students who share her passion for behavioral health.Amount$1,000Deadline:Dec 23, 2023Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners94VonDerek Casteel Being There Counts Scholarship
Funded byBTCFOUNDATIONLLC BeingThereCountsThis scholarship aims to support students who are going to school in the mental health field in order to bring awareness to suicide, mental health, and ways for healthy grieving.Amount$500Deadline:Apr 15, 2024Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner95Kashi’s Journey Scholarship
Funded byDosanjh familyThis scholarship seeks to honor Kashi’s memory by supporting students who are working through mental health setbacks.Amount$500Deadline:Jun 7, 2024Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner96Andrew Michael Peña Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFelix Dean and Anna PenaThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Andrew Michael Pena by supporting students who have struggled with mental health and drug addiction.Amount$3,000Deadline:Jun 18, 2024Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner97Lexi Hidalgo Scholarship for Rescue Animals & Mental Health
Funded byLexi HidalgoThis scholarship aims to support and celebrate young individuals who share Lexi's passion for making a difference in the lives of rescue animals and promoting mental health through volunteer work.Amount$5,000Deadline:Jul 26, 2024Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners98Nurturing Hope Scholarship for Aspiring Mental Health Professionals
Funded byAnchor Point Counseling PLLCThis scholarship seeks to support aspiring mental health professionals who are passionate about pursuing higher education so they can change lives.Amount$500Deadline:Aug 1, 2024Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner99Jonathan Tang Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRich GrahamThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Jonathan Tang by supporting students who have experience with mental health struggles.Amount$3,000Deadline:Aug 5, 2024Education LevelHigh SchoolScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner100Linda McCoy-Aitkens Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDwight AitkensThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Linda McCoy-Aitkens by supporting students who need assistance pursuing their education in order to make a difference in the world.Amount$1,000Deadline:Oct 1, 2024Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners101Mental Health Importance Scholarship
Funded byPettableThis scholarship aims to raise awareness of the mental health of college students by supporting students who prioritize their mental health.Amount$1,000Deadline:Nov 1, 2024Education LevelAnyScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner102So You Want to Be a Mental Health Professional Scholarship
Funded byRJIMENEZ COUNSELING, Inc.This scholarship seeks to support students who aspire to dedicate their careers to helping others.Amount$500Deadline:Dec 6, 2024Education LevelUndergraduate, GraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
1 winner103Steven Penn Bryan Scholarship Fund
Funded byJanai BryanThis scholarship hopes to honor the memory of Steven Penn Bryan by supporting students in their late thirties and above pursuing a degree in counseling or a related field.Amount$3,620Deadline:Jan 15, 2025Education LevelGraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
2 winners104Team Teal Scholarship
Funded byBlueDevilzGamerThis scholarship aims to support students who are devoting their careers to addressing mental health and helping others navigate the challenges they face.Amount$1,000Deadline:Feb 3, 2025Education LevelHigh School, UndergraduateScholarship is awarded to Takes minutes
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