How much funding does Pride Foundation Scholarship Program provide?

Pride Foundation Scholarship Program provides Over $500,000 total awarded per cycle; 50 different scholarships available in funding.

When is the deadline for Pride Foundation Scholarship Program?

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

Pride Foundation Scholarship Program

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Funding Amount

Over $500,000 total awarded per cycle; 50 different scholarships available

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Pride Foundation Scholarship Program

Overview: Partnership between Pride Foundation and the Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA) offering 50 different scholarships to support education and leadership development for LGBTQ+ and straight-ally students. Since 1993, over $4 million awarded to more than 1,400 students.

Geographic Scope: Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington

Eligibility:

Students of any age

Any sexual orientation or gender identity/expression

Living or studying in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington

Pursuing any post-secondary education including:

- Community college
- Public or private colleges & universities
- Trade apprenticeships
- Certificate programs

Must be committed to LGBTQ advocacy and equal rights in their community

Award Details:

Combined total of over $500,000 awarded per cycle

50 different scholarships available

Various award amounts and focuses

Requirements:

Essay questions

Two letters of recommendation required

Contact: scholarships@pridefoundation.org or 800-735-7287 x11

Application Portal: PrideFoundationScholar.org

How to Apply

Scholarship Application Process

1. Register or Log In: Create a new account or use existing account at PrideFoundationScholar.org
2. Complete Application: Answer essay questions and provide required materials
3. Submit Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation required to complete application
4. Return Multiple Times: Applicants can return to the application as many times as needed before deadline

Required Materials:

Essays answering scholarship questions

Two letters of recommendation

Key Notes:

One joint application for all 50 scholarships

Scholarships consider a wide variety of experiences and academic levels

Leadership can take many different forms (e.g., starting Gay Straight Alliances, organizing queer youth events, community activism)

Support: For questions or help, email scholarships@pridefoundation.org or call 800-735-7287 x11

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