Future Nonprofit Leaders Award
Uplifting people who dedicate their careers to serving the public good is one of the most meaningful ways to create positive change in the world.
Nonprofit professionals who choose purpose-driven work make a meaningful difference through their service, regardless of the specific field through which they act. These careers often aren’t the most flashy, but they offer students the rewarding experience of making a tangible difference in the lives of others.
This scholarship seeks to support students who plan to work in nonprofit organizations and are committing their professional lives to helping communities, advancing social causes, and improving lives.
Any undergraduate or graduate student who has experience with nonprofit or volunteer work may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they are pursuing a career in the nonprofit sector through social work, government, public health, public policy, communication, or education.
To apply, tell us why you want to pursue a career in the nonprofit sector and how you hope your work will make a difference for the communities or causes you care about.
Why do you want to pursue a career in the nonprofit sector, and how do you hope your work will create a positive impact on the communities or causes you care about?
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The application deadline is Jul 15, 2026. Winners will be announced on Aug 16, 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 Aug 16, 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 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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