How much funding does GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund provide?

GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund provides Varies by year; $500,000-$600,000 total annual investment across all scholars in funding.

When is the deadline for GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund

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Funding Amount

Varies by year; $500,000-$600,000 total annual investment across all scholars

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund

Overview: The oldest and one of the largest LGBTQ+ scholarship programs in the country, founded in 1990. Since its founding, the fund has invested over $5 million in LGBTQ+ students.

Geographic Scope: Washington State focus, primarily supporting students in the Puget Sound region and beyond

Focus Areas:

Supporting LGBTQ+ students with marginalized intersectional identities

Students demonstrating leadership potential, strong academic ability, and community involvement

Prioritizes trans and gender-diverse students (46% of recipients)

Students of color (72% of recipients)

Emphasis on those from underrepresented backgrounds

Eligibility:

LGBTQ+ and allied students

Students pursuing higher education (undergraduate and graduate)

Demonstrated leadership potential

Strong academic ability

Community involvement and dedication

Students with intersectional marginalized identities prioritized

Support Provided:

Financial support for tuition and education costs

Network of support and community

Skills-based workshops

Leadership training and development programming

Three-day annual leadership immersion camp/academy

Four-Year Guarantee available for multi-year support

Mentorship and alumnae network

Contact Information:

Address: 400 E Pine St Ste 322, Seattle, WA 98122

Phone: 206.363.9188

Email: Office@theGSBA.org

Website: thegsba.org

How to Apply

Application Process:
1. Complete scholarship application (details of specific form not provided in materials)
2. Participate in Scholarship Interview Day at designated location (City University mentioned as one venue)
3. Attend interview with GSBA representatives
4. Selected scholars are notified and invited to attend Scholars Celebration event

Required Materials:
Specific materials not detailed in provided content, but application should demonstrate:

Leadership potential

Academic achievement

Community involvement and dedication

Essays/personal statements addressing intersectional identity and commitment to LGBTQ+ community

Selection Process:

Competitive selection by GSBA committee

Interview-based evaluation

Consideration of marginalized intersectional identities

Support Timeline:

Four-Year Guarantee option available for continuing scholars

Annual renewal process