Gabriela Blanco College Scholarships for Siblings of Childhood Cancer Survivors

Q: When is the deadline for Gabriela Blanco College Scholarships for Siblings of Childhood Cancer Survivors?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around December.

Q: Who is eligible for Gabriela Blanco College Scholarships for Siblings of Childhood Cancer Survivors?

Eligible applicants: Applying for college education.

Sofia's Hope Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Cancer Nonprofits

Funding Amount

$2,000 plus laptop or tablet (first-time awardees only)

Deadline

Expected ~December

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: December 31, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: December

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Applying for college education
Background: Because siblings are survivors of childhood cancer too, they can apply to receive college education scholarships in recognition of Sofia and Gabriela's love of learning and academic excellence.

Other requirements

Must be a sibling of a childhood cancer survivor
Considered "survivors of childhood cancer" in their own right

Overview

Focus Area: College education support for siblings of childhood cancer survivors

Geographic Scope: United States

Award Details:

Three (3) scholarships available annually
$2,000 allowance for tuition/room and board
Laptop or tablet for first-time awardees only

Eligibility:

Must be a sibling of a childhood cancer survivor
Applying for college education
Considered "survivors of childhood cancer" in their own right

Background: Because siblings are survivors of childhood cancer too, they can apply to receive college education scholarships in recognition of Sofia and Gabriela's love of learning and academic excellence.

Contact Information:

Phone: (786) 730-4545
Email: info@sofiashope.org
Address: 10106 SW 126 Street, Miami, FL 33176
Website: sofiashope.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Application cycle opens January 1, 2026
Click "Here For More Information and To Apply" link on scholarships page
Submit required application materials
Recipients announced for the academic year

Additional Information

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2024-2025 recipients announced; 2026-2027 cycle opens January 1, 2026

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What Sofia's Hope Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 1
Total given: $105K
Median grant: $105K

By dollars: New York 100%. Top recipient cities: Albany, NY.

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IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →