Funding Amount

$500 per recipient (4 scholarships awarded)

Deadline

May 31, 2026

53 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

CIBD Scholarship Program

Funder: The Center for Inherited Blood Disorders (CIBD)

Geographic Scope: California, US (recipients must be treated at CIBD)

Overview: CIBD is a non-profit organization committed to supporting people with blood disorders who desire to receive a college education and succeed as adults in the community.

Award Amount: $500 per recipient; 4 scholarships awarded annually

Focus Areas: Higher education support for individuals with blood disorders

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be diagnosed with a blood disorder and currently being treated at CIBD
  • Must be planning to attend or currently attending an accredited technical school, college, or university
  • Must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale during current year of education
  • Scholarship recipients may be asked to submit transcripts and evidence of enrollment
  • Previous scholarship recipients are eligible to reapply for a total of 3 academic years

Selection Process

  • Scholarships are determined by the CIBD Scholarship Committee
  • All decisions are at the discretion of the scholarship committee and are final
  • Recipients will be notified by phone or mail by August 1st

Application Timeline

  • Applications available: March 6th
  • Deadline: May 31st (postmark deadline)
  • Notification: By August 1st
  • Only completed applications received on time will be considered

Contact Information

  • Address: The Center for Inherited Blood Disorders (CIBD), California, US
  • Administration Phone: (657) 375-0508
  • Website: cibd-ca.org

How to Apply

Application Requirements & Process

Required Materials:
1. Completed application form (available March 6th)
2. One essay (minimum one page) addressing:
- Your goals and aspirations
- How the blood disorder community has played a part in your life
3. Transcripts (may be requested for verification)
4. Evidence of enrollment at accredited institution (may be requested)

Submission Instructions:

  • Application must be completed in full

  • Must be postmarked no later than May 31st

  • Only completed applications received on time will be considered

  • Submit by mail (specific mailing address not provided in materials)
  • Timeline:

  • Applications available: March 6th

  • Deadline: May 31st (postmark)

  • Decision notification: By August 1st
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