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Funding Amount

$1,000 - $4,000

Deadline

June 12, 2026

65 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Scholarships

Overview: Scholarships are awarded to individuals suffering from spinal cord injuries, spinal cord-related disabilities, or children of individuals with these conditions to support post-secondary education.

Award Details:

  • Amount: $1,000 to $4,000 per scholarship

  • Frequency: Two or more scholarships awarded annually (once per year)

    • Eligibility Requirements - All must be met:

  • Must be an individual with a spinal cord injury, spinal cord-related disorder, or child of such individual

  • High school or college GPA of 2.5 or higher

  • Currently in last semester of high school OR currently enrolled in college

  • Attending a four-year college, pursuing an associate degree, OR attending a post-graduate program

  • Cost of tuition must exceed the scholarship amount

  • No income restrictions

    • Priority Criteria:

  • Primary Priority: Direct spinal cord injuries and diseases resulting in paralysis such as:

    • - Spinal tumors
    - Spinal strokes or aneurysms affecting the spinal cord
    - Spina bifida
  • Secondary Priority: Wisconsin residents (though scholarships may be awarded to U.S. residents depending on fund availability)

    • Application Requirements:

  • Written essay (200 words or less) describing why applicant deserves the scholarship

  • Essay must be typed and double-spaced

  • List of five and ten-year goals

  • Work experience list

    • Contact Information:
    Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation
    N14 W23900 Stone Ridge Dr
    Waukesha, WI 53188
    Email: [email protected]

    Total Distributed Since 1999: $467,000

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Review scholarship criteria before completing application
    2. Complete the application form - Answer all questions completely and accurately
    3. Obtain official transcripts - Gather transcripts from high school, college, or other institutions
    4. Secure recommendation - Obtain a recommendation (specific requirements not detailed)
    5. Prepare essay - Write typed, double-spaced essay (200 words or less)
    6. Submit all materials - Mail completed application and all supporting documents

      Required Materials

    • Completed scholarship application form
    • Official transcripts (high school, college, etc.)
    • Recommendation letter
    • Written essay (200 words or less, typed, double-spaced) explaining why applicant deserves the scholarship
    • List of five and ten-year goals
    • Work experience list

      Submission Details

    • Deadline: All materials must be received by June 12, 2026
    • Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
    • Mail to:
      • Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation N14 W23900 Stone Ridge Dr Waukesha, WI 53188

      Important Notes

    • Print clearly in black or blue ink OR type application
    • Include all attachments as necessary
    • Scholarship recipients will be notified by email
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    Fields of Work

    disablededucation

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