In This Lifetime Scholarship
Creativity is an essential part of the new global context, self-expression, and, for some—the artists of the world—being fulfilled.
Unfortunately, many students who wish to pursue the arts do not have the resources they need to explore their passions or build confidence in their creative abilities. As funding for arts education continues to decline, students may not have the opportunity to explore their talents, and financial difficulties make investing in these skills even harder. Whether being unable to afford art supplies or having to work during limited free time, creating art may no longer serve as the escape it once was.
The In This Lifetime Scholarship hopes to inspire young students to embrace their creativity, pursue their goals, and choose a career path that makes them excited to make their mark on the world.
Any high school student in New Jersey who has at least a 3.7 GPA and a creative art portfolio may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, please tell us what art means to you and how it has helped ground you, build your confidence, or carry you through life's challenges. Additionally, upload one or more images of your most recent artwork.
"Choose You" Essay: Submit a short essay reflecting on what art means to you. How has art helped you stay grounded, build confidence, or overcome challenges?
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The application deadline is Dec 20, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jan 20, 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 Jan 20, 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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