Sunflower Seeds Scholarship
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has an ongoing impact on students who have a connection to Ukraine, such as those who are refugees or connected to the military.
All of this turmoil and stress can make it incredibly difficult to enroll in and attend college. When processing violence, economic strife, and other trauma, focusing on school is often the least of one’s concerns. Alleviating some of the financial burdens that students face is a small but important step in making college more accessible and empowering students who have been impacted by the war to continue dreaming.
In recognition of the enduring effects of the war in Ukraine, this scholarship aims to give students who have been impacted by the conflict the opportunity to pursue higher education.
Any high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who is the child of Ukrainian refugees, the child of a parent residing in Ukraine or serving in the Ukrainian military, the child of a staff member from Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a student with experience serving in the Ukrainian military, or another applicant who has demonstrated sustained hardship resulting from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Students who have fled Russia or it's allied states as a result of the war in Ukraine are also encouraged to apply.
To apply, tell us how you have been impacted by Russia’s war in Ukraine and how achieving your educational goals will allow you to overcome the challenges you or your community are facing.
Describe how Russia's war in Ukraine has impacted you personally, and how achieving your educational goals will empower you to overcome any hardships resulting from the war for you, your family, your community, or your country.
Winners and Finalists
December 2025
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The application deadline is Nov 16, 2025. Winners will be announced on Dec 16, 2025.
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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 Dec 16, 2025. 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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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.
