Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Scholarship Grant

Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Kids’ Chance of South Carolina, Inc.
Last Updated: June 26, 2025

Summary

The Kids’ Chance of South Carolina Scholarship provides financial assistance to children of South Carolina workers who have been killed or seriously injured in work-related incidents. Ranging from $500 to $3,000, these scholarships aim to alleviate the financial hardships faced by these families, empowering students aged 16-25 to pursue post-secondary education. Eligible applicants must demonstrate financial need and be accepted or enrolled in an educational institution, ensuring support for their educational aspirations.

Overview

NOTE: If the application link is not working  when you are trying to apply, please contact the funder directly. Our Mission The mission of Kids’ Chance of South Carolina is to provide educational scholarships to children of South Carolina workers who have been killed or seriously injured in a work-related accident. The hardships created by the death or serious disability of a parent often include financial ones, making it difficult for deserving young people to pursue their educational dreams. Kids' Chance of South Carolina - Scholarship Application Introduction Kids’ Chance of South Carolina is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides scholarships for children of workers who have been killed, seriously injured, or experienced a debilitating illness in a work-related incident. Current annual scholarship amounts range from [$500 - $3,000] and are determined based on the student’s financial need.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Scholarships are awarded twice a year and students may apply every semester for which they are eligible.Student EligibilityBetween 16-25 years old at the time of the applicationChild who is a dependent of a worker killed or seriously injured in a work-related accident occupational disease with a South Carolina employer in which benefits are paid under the South Carolina Workers' Compensation Act. Demonstrated financial need to pay for post-secondary educationAccepted or already enrolled at:trade/vocational school; industrial/commercial training; junior college/community college; undergraduate program at a college; or a graduate program at a college.Completion of the FAFSA – the Free Application for Federal Student Aid – for students attending a 2-year or 4-year college or university.Citizenship: U.S. Citizens Only