ISF New Student Scholarship Grant

ISF New Student Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Investing in the Success of Foster Youth
Last Updated: March 12, 2026

Summary

The ISF New Student Scholarship supports orphaned or former foster care students in their pursuit of higher education. By providing financial assistance and mentoring, ISF empowers these students to overcome obstacles and thrive academically. Recipients are selected based on their moral character, commitment to personal growth, and readiness to engage in leadership training. This initiative aims to transform lives and foster the next generation of leaders.

Overview

ISF is a non-profit organization committed to changing the lives of our students through education, mentoring and leadership training. The Mission of ISF is to transform orphaned or former foster care students into tomorrow’s leaders by providing assistance so that they may pursue their dreams of higher education. ISF scholarship recipients receive financial assistance to help attend college. They are also partnered with a personal mentor to work with them through their journey. They also receive the benefits of leadership training through ISF programs.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. ISF Student Applicants:Can demonstrate that they were orphaned or in foster care and are not currently adopted or supported by a parent or legal guardian.Are of strong moral character and are willing to learn.Are planning or applying to be a full time undergraduate student for the next school year.Have and are able to maintain a GPA of 2.5 or greater.Are 23 years of age or less on April 30th of the year of application.Have submitted the FAFSA application (if eligible)Are willing to commit to a mentoring program of twice monthly phone conversations with assigned ISF mentor.Demonstrate a commitment to personal growth and leadership development. ISF selects students each year to attend a Leadership and Life Skills retreat and/or participate in a mission trip.