Schoorens Social Justice Scholarship
Social justice and community activism are the most important things to focus on at this moment as marginalized groups and causes suffer.
Many people don’t realize the level of impact they could make in their communities if they got involved in organizing or advocacy. While it can be easy to feel hopeless and powerless, it’s important for the next generation to realize how much power and potential they have. By getting involved early and building a history of community involvement, today’s youth will become the changemaking leaders of tomorrow.
This scholarship seeks to support students who plan to advocate for marginalized groups and participate in community activism in the future.
Any high school senior in Connecticut may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have volunteering experience and are interested in social justice reform, community advocacy, and/or making a difference in the fight to stop fascism. However, students in Tolland or Hartford Counties, underrepresented minorities, those pursuing social justice or advocacy degrees, applicants seeking to work at a nonprofit after school, and those with community organizing or advocating experience are preferred.
To apply, tell us how you have advocated for those at risk in your community and how you plan to advocate in the future through your degree, career, or other endeavors.
How have you advocated for those most at risk in your community? How do you plan, either through your degree, career, or otherwise, to continue to advocate for social justice in the future?
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The application deadline is Jun 17, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jul 17, 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 Jul 17, 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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