Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship Grant

Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Denver Foundation
Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000
Last Updated: March 13, 2026

Summary

The Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship, funded by The Denver Foundation, supports students of color, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals pursuing law degrees at accredited U.S. law schools. Eligible candidates must be graduating with an undergraduate degree from an accredited Colorado college or St. Norbert College, demonstrate financial need, and show academic excellence along with community contributions. One scholarship of up to $10,000 is awarded annually based on these criteria, promoting diversity in legal education.

Overview

The Denver Foundation Our Mission We inspire people and mobilize resources to strengthen our community. Our Vision A Metro Denver that is racially equitable in its leadership, prosperity, and culture. Our Purpose To achieve our vision, we will be a proactive, collaborative, and resolute leader in reducing racial disparities. Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship The Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship supports students graduating with an undergraduate degree from an accredited Colorado college/university or from St. Norbert College and who are entering law school for the upcoming fall semester. Scholarships shall be awarded to one or more students who, through their work experience, volunteer experience, and/or coursework, have demonstrated a commitment to sex equality in the law, including, without limitation, in the area(s) of sex discrimination, equal pay, reproductive rights, and/or gender violence. Selection Applications will be reviewed based on Commitment to the field/passion for the work Vision for the future Community engagement Preference will be given to: Student’s who participates in activities related to their graduate studies Award details Scholarship Range: $1,000 – $10,000 Typical Number of Awards: 1 This scholarship is a one-time award

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Graduating undergraduate student from a Colorado post-secondary institution, Reed College or St. Norbert CollegeWill be enrolled at an accredited U.S. law school in the fall of 2026 Demonstrates financial need Demonstrates academic excellence Have provided and can demonstrate significant community contributions