Special Needs Advocacy Inc. Kathleen Lehman Memorial Scholarship
The special needs community has long been involved in advocacy for better treatment and better accommodations, but society remains largely inaccessible.
From a lack of trained special education teachers in schools to inadequate infrastructure to a lack of funding for special needs programs and beyond, the world is often unwelcoming to those with disabilities or unique needs. Passionate, empathetic, and resilient individuals who enter fields with the goal of advancing the special needs cause are crucial in building a better future.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of Kathleen Lehman by supporting students who are hoping to make a difference in the special needs community.
Any undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing a degree that will allow them to work with the special needs community (social work, speech pathology, special education, etc.) may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us about yourself and how you plan to make a social impact through your career serving those with special needs.
Please tell us about yourself and how you plan to make a positive social impact in your career serving those with special needs.
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The application deadline is May 28, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 29, 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 29, 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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