The Edward Jones Scholarship Grant

The Edward Jones Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis
Amount: Up to US $12,000
Last Updated: February 28, 2026

Summary

The Edward Jones Scholarship, offered by The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis, provides $12,000 annually to low-income students engaged with youth development agencies. This renewable scholarship aims to support those demonstrating financial need, with eligibility criteria including a minimum 2.0 GPA and residency in the St. Louis metropolitan area. The foundation envisions accessible educational opportunities for all, fulfilling its mission since 1920 to empower individuals through education and foster a strong democratic society.

Overview

Mission & Vision Mission The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis, a nonprofit organization founded in 1920, is based upon the conviction that an educated society is essential to a healthy democracy. The Scholarship Foundation provides access to postsecondary education to members of our community who otherwise would not have the financial means to fulfill their educational goals. Vision The Foundation sees higher education as a catalyst, an agent of change for individuals, families, communities, and nations. We envision a community that recognizes the importance of educational attainment and assures positive educational outcomes are accessible to all regardless of economic circumstance. In our community, doors will not be closed to those who lack financial resources, and postsecondary education will be available to all with the potential to succeed. The Edward Jones Scholarship For over 100 years, Edward Jones has worked to create a better future by providing clear and straightforward guidance to its clients as they work toward long-term financial goals. A St. Louis institution, Edward Jones is committed to having a positive community impact, especially regarding the potential of young people. The Edward Jones Scholarship is a $12,000 renewable, annual grant for low-income students who are active participants with any of the following youth development agencies: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri Boys & Girls Club of Greater St. Louis Boys Hope Girls Hope of St. Louis Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School College Bound-St. Louis Girls Inc. of St. Louis LifeWise StL

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must meet the following criteria:Demonstrate significant financial need, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or similar need calculations. Applicants with a Student Aid Index (SAI) over $17,500 must have significant and extenuating circumstances to be considered. Have achieved a minimum cumulative 2.0 grade point average Plan to attend an accredited, nonprofit college or university Be seeking a first technical, associate, or bachelor’s degree Be a resident of the St. Louis metropolitan area (City of St. Louis and St. Louis County; Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, St. Charles, and Warren counties in Missouri; and, the Illinois counties of Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Monroe, and St. Clair). Additionally, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri participants who reside in the Missouri counties of Cape Girardeau and Scott are also eligible to apply.

Ineligibility

Ministry and divinity degrees, are ineligible for funding.