How much funding does Laura E. Wallen Memorial Scholarship provide?

Laura E. Wallen Memorial Scholarship provides $1,000 - $2,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for Laura E. Wallen Memorial Scholarship?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Laura E. Wallen Memorial Scholarship?

Eligible applicants: Wilde Lake High School graduates; Enrolled or enrolling in a two or four-year college/university.

How often is Laura E. Wallen Memorial Scholarship offered?

Laura E. Wallen Memorial Scholarship runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected February 10, 2027.

Laura E. Wallen Memorial Scholarship

Howard Co Public Schools Education Fndn

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

$1,000 - $2,500

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Next expected: February 10, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: February

From the program guidelines: “Applications are released February 10 annually (Wallen's birthday)”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Wilde Lake High School graduates
Enrolled or enrolling in a two or four-year college/university

Other requirements

Plan to major in one of the social sciences

Overview

Funder: Bright Minds Foundation (Howard County Public Schools Education Foundation)

Purpose: Honor the life and legacy of Laura E. Wallen, beloved Wilde Lake High School social studies teacher, and support students pursuing studies in the social sciences.

Geographic Scope: Wilde Lake High School graduates, Howard County, Maryland

Eligibility:

Wilde Lake High School graduates
Plan to major in one of the social sciences
Enrolled or enrolling in a two or four-year college/university

Award Details:

Amount: $1,000 - $2,500 per recipient
Use of funds: Tuition, fees, or cost of books
Award timeline: Applications released February 10 (Wallen's birthday)

Background:
Laura E. Wallen joined HCPSS in 2007 as a social studies teacher at Murray Hill Middle School and transferred to Wilde Lake High School in 2014 where she worked until her death in September 2017. She believed in the potential of each student and the power of education to create positive impact. The Wallen family established this memorial scholarship to embody her values.

Contact Information:

Bright Minds Foundation
Phone: 410-313-8992
Email: info@brightmindsfoundation.org
Address: 10910 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Website: brightmindsfoundation.org

How to Apply

Application Process:

Applications are released February 10 annually (Wallen's birthday)
Submit application through Bright Minds Foundation process
Review timeline: Spring

Required Materials:

Scholarship application form (released February 10)
Standard scholarship application materials
Demonstration of social sciences major or intended major

Timeline: Applications released February 10; awards made in spring

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What Howard Co Public Schools Education Fndn actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2024: 3
Total given: $129K
Median grant: $45K
Range: $5,118–$79K

By dollars: Maryland 61%, Tennessee 35%, Pennsylvania 4%. Top recipient cities: Ellicott City, MD; Pigeon Forge, TN; Philadelphia, PA.

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