Kindness in Action Scholarship
This scholarship is in honor of an incredible aunt, Santha Bhakthan Nair, whose life was defined not by what she had, but by the compassion, gratitude, and generosity she showed to others.
She lived much of her life with very little, yet she carried herself with a positive spirit and a deep sense of appreciation for life. She often reflected on her good fortune and reminded her loved ones of theirs by asking, “Do you know how blessed you are?” Despite her own challenges, she was always thinking of others - asking if they were hungry, offering food or a drink, and making sure people felt cared for and seen.
This scholarship aims to honor a wonderful aunt’s optimistic outlook on life by supporting students who are pursuing higher education.
Any Indian undergraduate student who is a low-income, first-generation college student may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they show resilience, gratitude, and a commitment to caring for others and their community.
To apply, tell us about a time when you faced hardships but continued to exhibit kindness and how that experience impacted who you are and how you hope to contribute to your community.
Describe a time when you faced hardship or limited resources but continued to show kindness or gratitude toward others. How has that experience shaped who you are and how do you hope to contribute to your community or the world?
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The application deadline is May 17, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 18, 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 18, 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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