List of scholarships available only to gays, lesbians and bisexuals

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No money or special opportunities for the rest of you, you are not "special" enough:

U.S.-wide:

American Atheists Gay/Lesbian College Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for students who are atheists, awarded primarily based on activism.
    • http://www.atheists.org/youth_and_family/scholarship
    • dsilverman@atheists.org
    • 908.276.7300
    • P.O. Box 5733
      Attn: Scholarship
      Parsippany, NJ 7054

APIQWTC Scholarship

  • Funds two $400 scholarships for Asian Pacific Islander lesbian, bisexual, or queer women or transgender individuals pursuing technical/professional training or higher education.
    • http://www.apiqwtc.org/
    • amysueyoshi@yahoo.com
    • Amy Sueyoshi
      1879 41st Ave.
      San Francisco, CA 94122

Bill and Ann Shepherd Legal Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for third or fourth year law student with demonstrated intent to practice law and promote the rights of the GLBT community.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Chrysler Fund Reaching Out MBA Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships nationwide for LGBT first year students enrolled or planning to enroll in a two-year graduate business school program.
    • http://www.reachingoutmba.org/
    • scholarship@reachingoutmba.org
    • 922 Rainier Road
      Charlottesville, VA 22903

COLAGE Lee Dubin Memorial Fund

  • Funds four $1,000 scholarships for post-secondary students who have one or more LGBTQ parent(s)/guardian(s) and have demonstrated ability and commitment to effecting change in the LGBTQ community and the community at large.
    • http://www.colage.org/programs/academic/leedubin.htm
    • scholarship@colage.org
    • 415.861.5437
    • COLAGE Scholarship Committee
      1550 Bryant Street, Suite 830
      San Francisco, CA 94103

Colin Higgins Youth Courage Awards

  • Colin Higgins Foundation awards grants to youth activists ages 13 to 21 that have shown courage in fighting for LGBT human rights in their communities. To be considered for a grant, one must be nominated.
    • http://www.colinhiggins.org/courageawards/index.cfm
    • info@colinhiggins.org
    • 212.509.4975
    • c/o Tides Foundation NY Office
      55 Exchange Place, Suite 402
      New York, NY 10005

Committee on LGBT History

  • The $200 Joan Nestle Prize is awarded every other year for the best undergraduate paper on LGBTQ history. The Gregory Sprague Prize is awarded every other year to a graduate student.
    • http://clgbthistory.org/prizes/joan-nestle-prize/
    • lekus@fas.harvard.edu
    • 617.495.3337
    • Harvard University
      Barker Center, 12 Quincy Street
      Cambridge, MA 02138

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for students actively working toward peace and justice at an accredited institution.
    • http://www.davisputter.org/index.html
    • information@davisputter.org
    • P.O. Box 7307
      New York, NY 10116-7307

Dr Alma S. Adams Scholarship for Outreach and Health Communications

  • Awards $5,000 annually for up to two candidates pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies who have demonstrated a commitment to community service or used the visual arts or media to convey culturally-appropriate health messages on behalf of a disadvantaged population.
    • http://www.legacyforhealth.org/adams-scholarship.aspx
    • adamsscholarship@americanlegacy.org
    • 202.454.5920
    • Adams Scholarship Fund
      1724 Massachusetts Avenue NW
      Washington, DC 20036

Fund for Lesbian and Gay Scholarships (FLAGS)

  • Funds scholarships for GLB students involved in the community.
    • 213.650.5752
    • Whitman-Brooks
      P.O. Box 48320
      Los Angeles, CA 90048-0320

Gammu Mu Foundation Scholarships

  • Funds scholarship for gay men who are either living in or have come from a rural area and plan to attend a post-secondary institution or a vocational program.
    • http://www.gammamufoundation.org/grant_scholarships/scholarships.htm

HRC Foundation Generation Equality Scholarships

  • Funds three non-renewable $2,000 scholarships for LGBT and allied students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the fight for queer equality.
    • http://www.hrc.org/geneqscholarship
    • campus@hrc.org

Jeremy D. Protas LGBT Patent Law Scholarship

  • This scholarship awards $1000 to a well-qualified LGBT candidate interested in pursuing a career in patent law. Applicants must be a second-year law student (or third year part time) and be eligible to take the patent bar exam.
    • http://jeremy.protas.org/scholarship/
    • scholarship@protas.org

KarMel Scholarship

  • Awards scholarships for written or artistic work on a GLBT topic.
    • http://www.karenandmelody.com/KarMelScholarship.html
    • KarMelScholarship@gmail.com
    • P.O. Box 70382
      Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Kenneth W. Payne Student Prize Competition

  • Funds scholarships for undergrad or grad student who writes a scholarly anthropological paper/study on a LGBT topic.
    • http://www.uvm.edu/~dlrh/solga/prizes/Payne/PayneMain.html
    • akakalio@whittier.edu
    • Ann Kakaliouras
      Whittier College, 13406 Philadelphia Street
      Whittier, CA 90608

LBGT Physician Assistant Student Leadership Award

  • Two $1000 grants to support the development of future LGBT Physician Assistant (PA) leaders. These grants are awarded to openly LGBT PA students who are committed to LGBT healthcare equality.
    • http://www.lbgtpa.org/students/lbgpa_scholarship.html
    • info@lbgtpa.org
    • LBGT PA Caucus
      c/o AAPA Constituent Organization Development
      Alexandria, VA 22314

LEAGUE Foundation Matthew Shepard Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for a student who demonstrated leadership in promoting diversity and understanding in the community.
    • http://www.leaguefoundation.org/scholarships/shepard.cfm
    • info@LEAGUEFoundation.org
    • 703.691.5734
    • LEAGUE Foundation
      One AT&T Way, Room 4B214J
      Bedminster, NJ 07921-2694

LEAGUE Foundation Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT high school seniors planning to attend an institution of higher education.
    • http://www.leaguefoundation.org/scholarships/index.cfm
    • info@LEAGUEFoundation.org
    • 703.691.5374
    • LEAGUE Foundation
      One AT&T Way, Room 4B214J
      Bedminster, NJ 07921-2694

Lee Dubin Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for the child of at least one LGBT parent who demonstrates an ability and commitment to affecting change in the LGBT community.
    • http://www.colage.org/programs/academic/leedubin.htm
    • colage@colage.org
    • 415.861.5437
    • COLAGE Scholarship Committee
      3543 18th St, #1
      San Francisco, CA 94110

LGBT Foreign Affairs Scholarship

  • A $2,500 scholarship for a disadvantaged student who plans to intern in a foreign affairs-related field.
    • http://www.glifaa.org/
    • lgbtscholarship@glifaa.org

LGBT HEART Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT-identified students in the graduate-level health professions.
    • http://www.lgbtheart.org/scholars.html
    • scholarships@lgbtheart.org
    • 51 N. 3rd St., Ste. 331
      Philadelphia, PA 19106

Limp Wrist Scholarship/Poetry Contest

  • Funds scholarship for a LGBT high school Junior or Senior who submits a short poem.
    • http://dbrookshire.blogspot.com/2008/10/update-limp-wrist-scholarshippoetry.html
    • dustin@limpwristmag.com

Live Out Loud Educational Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for graduating seniors who identify as LGBT and are pursuing higher education.
    • http://www.liveoutloud.info/what_we_do.html#scholarship
    • info@liveoutloud.info
    • 631.586.2887
    • P.O. Box 312
      New York, NY 10113

Malyon-Smith Scholarship Award

  • Funds scholarships to support graduate student research in the psychology of sexual orientation and gender identity.
    • http://www.apadivision44.org/honors/malyon-smith.php
    • 310.267.2456
    • Am. Psychological Assoc. Division 44
      695 Charles Young Dr. S #5524
      Los Angeles, CA 90095-7088

Messenger-Anderson Journalism Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for GLBT students pursuing a degree and/or career in journalism.
    • http://www.thetaskforce.org/about_us/interns_and_fellows/messenger-anderson
    • thetaskforce@thetaskforce.org
    • NGLTF
      80 Maiden Lane, Suite 1504
      New York, NY 10038

Michael Greenberg Student Writing Competition

  • Writing competition open to all students attending an ABA-accredited law school. Applicants must submit a paper on a cutting edge legal issue affecting the LGBTI community.
    • http://www.lgbtbar.org/competition.html
    • Craig.Konnoth@LGBTbar.org

mtvU/Point Foundation

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT student who has demonstrated leadership, scholastic achievement, participation in extracurricular activities, involvement in the LGBT community and financial or emotional need.
    • http://www.mtvu.com/on_mtvu/activism/point_foundation_scholarship/

NGPA Education Fund Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for members of the gay and lesbian community who are pursuing careers as professional pilots.
    • http://www.ngpa.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=189069&module_id=23832
    • info@ngpa.org
    • 214.336.0873
    • PO Box 7271
      Dallas, TX 75209-0271

NLGJA Kay Longcope Scholarship Award

  • Funds scholarship for an LGBT person of color planning to pursue a career in journalism. Applicants must attend or plan on attending a U.S. community college or four-year university.
    • http://www.nlgja.org/students/longcope.htm
    • info@nlgja.org
    • National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association
      1420 K St NW, Suite 910
      Washington, DC 20005

NLGJA Leroy F. Aarons Scholarship Award

  • Funds $5000 scholarship for an LGBT student planning to pursue a career in journalism. Applicant must attend or plan to attend a U.S. community college or four-year university.
    • http://www.nlgja.org/students/aarons.htm
    • info@nlgja.org
    • National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association
      1420 K St NW, Suite 910
      Washington, DC 20005

NLGLA Michael Greenberg Student Writing Competition

  • Awards scholarships to law students writing about cutting edge legal issues affecting the LGBT and/or intersex community.
    • http://www.nlgla.org/competition.html
    • info@nlgla.org
    • 202.637.6384
    • 601 13 St, N.W., #1170 South
      Washington, DC 20005-3823

NWSA Graduate Scholarships in Lesbian Studies

  • Funds scholarships for graduate lesbian studies.
    • http://www.nwsa.org/students/scholarships/lcguide.php
    • nwsa@nwsa.org
    • 301.403.0524
    • National Women's Studies Association Lesbian Caucus
      7100 Baltimore Ave., Ste 502
      College Park, MD 20740

Out to Protect Scholarship

  • Awards a $500 Law Enforcement Scholarship to LGBT individuals or straight allies pursuing a career in law enforcement as a means of supporting "out" individuals serving as positive role models in law enforcement.
    • http://www.outtoprotect.org/outtoprotectscholarshipinfo.html

PFLAG National Scholarships Program

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT and Allied graduating high school seniors entering higher education who have demonstrated an interest in service to the LGBT community.
    • http://community.pflag.org/Page.aspx?pid=370
    • scholarships@pflag.org
    • 202.467.8180
    • Suzanne Greenfield, Safe Schools Coordinator
      1726 M St. NW, Suite 400
      Washington, DC 20036

Pride Law Fund Fellowships

  • Funds scholarships nationwide for law students working under the supervision of an attorney at a 501c(3) tax exempt non-profit organization anywhere in the country.
    • http://www.pridelawfund.org/fellowships
    • 415.434.9800
    • P.O. Box 2602
      San Francisco, CA 94126-2602

Queer Foundation Effective Writing and Scholarships Program

  • To promote effective writing by, about, and/or for queer youth, the Queer Foundation offers $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who win the essay contest and plan to attend a college or university and study queer theory or related fields.
    • http://queerfoundation.org/Documents/scholarships.html
    • queerfoundation@queerfoundation.org
    • Queer Foundation
      3213 W. Wheeler St., #145
      Seattle, WA 98199

Roy Scrivner Memorial Research Grants

  • The Roy Scrivner Research Grants provide graduate student grants for empirical or applied research that encourages the study of LGBT family psychology and LGBT family therapy. Strong preference given to dissertation candidates.
    • http://www.apa.org/apf/funding/scrivner.aspx

The Bee Winkler Weinstein Fund

  • Funds young women whose own families have withdrawn emotional and/or financial support because of their sexual and/or gender identity by providing grants covering vocational/technical training, licensing fees, college application fees and the like.
    • http://www.stonewallfoundation.org/grantprograms_scholarships.php?Section=Scholarships&lid=2
    • stonewall@stonewallfoundation.org
    • Bee's Fund
      119 West 24 Street
      New York, New York 10011

The Gene and John Athletic Scholarship

  • Offers scholarships of $2,500 and $5,000 with a reliable pool of resources (both monetary and community-based)to gay and lesbian athletes looking to continue their education while pursuing athletics in order to help them reach their potential and realize their dreams.
    • http://www.geneandjohnfoundation.org/fs_scholarships.htm
    • stonewall@stonewallfoundation.org
    • Gene and John Athletic Fund of Stonewall Community Foundation
      119 West 24th Street
      New York, New York 10011

The Harry Bartel Memorial Scholarship Fund

  • Funds gay male students who are 23 years or younger with a record of community service
    • http://www.stonewallfoundation.org/grantprograms_scholarships.php?Section=Scholarships&lid=2
    • stonewall@stonewallfoundation.org

The Point Foundation

  • Funds scholarships for undergrad, grad and post-grad students who are marginalized because of their sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
    • http://www.thepointfoundation.org/scholarships.html
    • applicationinfo@pointfoundation.org
    • 866.337.6468
    • 5757 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 370
      Los Angeles, CA 90027

Tidal Wave Scholarship Fund

  • These $1000 scholarships will be awarded to GLBT students, as well as to students of GLBT parents, who can demonstrate financial need, as well as a background of positive contribution to their local GLBT community.
    • http://www.tidalwavescholarship.com/
    • scholarshipfund@tidalwaveparty.com
    • 3467 Foxcroft Circle
      Oviedo, FL 32765

Tom Steel Post-Graduate Fellowship

  • Funds scholarships for public interest law projects for law students eligible to graduate in the spring or lawyers who are within 3 years of graduating from law school.
    • http://www.pridelawfund.org/fellowships/steel.html
    • application@PrideLawFund.org
    • 415.434.9800
    • Pride Law Fund
      P.O. Box 2602
      San Francisco, CA 94126-2602

Transgender Scholarship and Legacy Funds

  • Funds scholarships for post-secondary students committed to affecting change in the transgender community though studies in the helping and caring professions.
    • http://www.tself.org/
    • 781.899.5703
    • TSELF Awards Committee
      P.O. Box 540229
      Waltham, MA 02454-0229

Traub-Dicker Rainbow Scholarship

  • Awards three $3,000 scholarships to lesbian-identified students in two categories: 1) Graduating high school seniors who plan on attending a recognized college or university; and, 2) Already matriculated college students in any year of study, including graduate school.
    • http://www.stonewallfoundation.org/grantprograms_scholarships.php?Section=Scholarships&lid=2
    • stonewall@stonewallfoundation.org
    • 212.367.1155
    • Traub-Dicker Rainbow Scholarship, Stonewall Community Foundation
      119 West 24th Street
      New York, New York 10011-1995

Wayne F. Placek Grants

  • Funds various grants nationwide for graduate, pre- and post-doctoral scientific research on issues of concern for lesbians, gay men & bisexuals.
    • http://www.apa.org/apf/placek.html
    • 202.336.5843
    • American Psychological Foundation
      750 First St., NE
      Washington, DC 20002-4242

Per-state:

Alabama

University of Alabama

Elliot Jones Scholarship for GLBT Activism

  • Funds scholarships for University of Alabama grad or undergrad students who demonstrate commitment to and support for GLBT students on campus.
    • http://bama.ua.edu/~qsa/scholarship.htm
    • rgladney@tenhoor.as.ua.edu
    • 205.348.9764
    • Josh Burford ATTN: GLBTA Scholarship Fund
      P.O. Box 870292
      Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0101

University of Alabama-Birmingham

UAB Alliance for LGBT Equality Scholarship

  • Created by the Alliance for LGBT Equality at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, this scholarship is aimed toward UAB students who have demonstrated service to the LGBT community.
    • http://www.uab.edu/alliance/Scholarship.html

Alaska

Statewide

all

Imperial Court of All Alaska Scholarships

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT or allied students based on scholastic achievement, leadership ability, economic need and contributions to the gay and lesbian community.
    • http://www.imperialcourtalaska.org/aboutus_scholarship.htm
    • scholarship@imperialcourtalaska.org
    • 907.360.5088
    • PO Box 202353
      Anchorage, AK 99520-2353

The Pride Foundation

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon or Washington with a demonstrated commitment to human and civil rights for all people.
    • http://www.pridefoundation.org/scholarships/overview/
    • scholarships@pridefoundation.org
    • 800.735.7287
    • GSBA and Pride Foundation Scholarships
      1122 East Pike Street, PMB #1001
      Seattle, WA 98122

Arizona

Statewide

all

Boots & Ray Reed Scholarship

  • Funds $1,000 scholarship for a GLBT or allied student who is an Arizona resident and plans to enroll at or currently attends a post-secondary educational institution.
    • http://www.pflagphoenix.org/education/Scholarship_Application_Packet_2009.pdf
    • rgrove2468@live.com
    • 602.361.5720
    • PFLAG Phoenix Scholarship Selection Committee
      7550 N. 16th St. #6121
      Phoenix, AZ 85020

Dowers Family Scholarships

  • Funds two $750 scholarships for GLBT or allied students who are Arizona residents and plan to enroll at or currently attend a post-secondary educational institution.
    • http://www.pflagphoenix.org/education/Scholarship_Application_Packet_2009.pdf
    • rgrove2468@live.com
    • 602.361.5720
    • PFLAG Phoenix Scholarship Selection Committee
      7550 N. 16th St. #6121
      Phoenix, AZ 85020

Gene Moore Memorial Scholarhips

  • Funds scholarships specifically for LGBT students who are active in the LGBT community and plan to attend or are current students at an institution of higher education.
    • http://www.pflagtucson.org/scholarships/
    • pflagtuc@pflagtucson.org
    • 520.360.3795
    • PFLAG Tucson Scholarship Application
      P O Box 36264
      Tucson, Arizona 85740-6264

Jerry Curl Memorial Scholarships

  • Funds two $1000 scholarships specifically for gay males who are active in the LGBT community and plan to attend or are current students at an institution of higher education.
    • http://www.pflagtucson.org/scholarships/
    • pflagtuc@pflagtucson.org
    • 520.360.3795
    • PFLAG Tucson Scholarship Application
      P O Box 36264
      Tucson, Arizona 85740-6264

Jim Grove Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds $1,000 scholarship for a GLBT or allied student who is an Arizona resident and plans to enroll at or currently attends a post-secondary educational institution.
    • http://www.pflagphoenix.org/education/Scholarship_Application_Packet_2009.pdf
    • rgrove2468@live.com
    • 602.361.5720
    • PFLAG Phoenix Scholarship Selection Committee
      7550 N. 16th St. #6121
      Phoenix, AZ 85020

California

Statewide

all

Bobby Griffith Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for Contra Costa County high school graduate who contributes to the community by improving the environment for GLBT youth.
    • http://www.horizonsfoundation.org/page/scholarships/griffith
    • griffithfund@aol.com
    • 1924 Grant Street, Suite 4
      Concord, CA 94520

CAPPAC Scholarship

  • Funds two $500 scholarships for students that have either graduated from a high school located in the Sacramento region or plan to attend college there. Applicants must have been active in the fight against Proposition 8 before the 2008 election.
    • cappac@cappac.net
    • 1008 10th St
      Suite 255
      Sacramento, CA 95814

CTA GLBT Safety in Schools Grants & Scholarships

  • Support projects and presentations that promote understanding and respect for GLBT persons.
    • http://www.cta.org/
    • 650.552.5446

Dennis W. Cabaret Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Orange County, CA who have completed 1 full year of post-high school education and whose roots of activism are evident in the OC lesbian & gay community.
    • http://www.thecenteroc.org/Programs/Scholarships/
    • scholarshipsOC@thecenteroc.org
    • 714.534.0862
    • 12752 Garden Grove Blvd.
      Suites 101/103/106
      Garden Grove, CA 92843

eQuality Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for graduating high school students in northern or central California who have promoted understanding of and equality for the LGBT community.
    • http://www.equalityscholarship.org/
    • info@equalityscholarship.org
    • eQuality Scholarship Collaborative
      P.O. Box 191311
      San Francisco, CA 94119-1311

GALAA Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for Los Angeles students who have shown a commitment to the advancement of civil rights in the LGBT community.
    • http://galaaonline.org/scholarships.html
    • GALAA
      3510 Garden Avenue
      Los Angeles, CA 90039

GALAS Scholarship

  • Funds a $1000 scholarship for LGBT students of Armenian decent who are actively involved in an organization that benefits the LGBT community and are attending a college or university in California.
    • http://www.galasla.org/resources.html
    • galas@galasla.org
    • 8721 Santa Monica Blvd
      Box #654
      West Hollywood, CA 90069

Gay Asian Pacific Alliance/George Choy Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT Asian & Pacific Islanders who are Bay Area residents entering their 1st or 2nd semester of higher education.
    • http://www.gapa.org/Scholarship/
    • hao@gapa.org
    • Gay Asian Pacific Alliance
      P.O. Box 421884
      San Francisco, CA 94142-1884

GLBA Santa Barbara Scholarship

  • Provides financial aid to LGBT undergrad or grad students enrolled in post-secondary institutions in Santa Barbara County.
    • http://www.prideguide.net/glba/scholarships.htm
    • glba@prideguide.net
    • P.O. Box 90907
      Santa Barbara, CA 93190-0907

Greater San Diego Business Association Foundation Scholarship

  • At least two $2000 scholarships are granted to self-identified LGBT students and persons who have shown support and knowledge of the LGBT community and who are permanent residents of San Diego County.
    • http://www.gsdbafoundation.com/Scholarship_Application.htm
    • 619.508.6229
    • GSDBA Charitable Foundation
      1940 Fifth Avenue, Suite 300
      San Diego, California 92101

Joseph Towner Fund for Gay & Lesbian Families

  • Funds scholarships for post secondary student 25 or under with at least one gay or lesbian parent who resides in one of 9 Bay Area counties.
    • http://www.horizonsfoundation.org/page/scholarships/josephtowner
    • info@horizonsfoundation.org
    • 415.398.4733
    • The Horizons Foundation
      870 Market St., Suite 728
      San Francisco, CA 94102

Kaiser Permanente Nursing Student Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for nursing student who has promoted understanding of and equality for the LGBT community.
    • http://www.equalityscholarship.org/
    • info@equalityscholarship.org
    • 510.987.4148
    • KP Pride
      P.O. Box 30573
      Oakland, CA 94604

Lavender Scholars Program

  • $500 scholarship for LGBTQ and allied high school seniors living in the Inland Empire communities of Southern California to pursue post-secondary education.
    • http://www.lavenderscholars.org/
    • jaclynsjones@roadrunner.com

Los Angeles Frontrunners LGBT Athletic Scholarship

  • Funds $1000 scholarships for one male and one female LGBT athlete. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior or current undergraduate and have demonstrated involvement in LGBT community activities and/or organizations.
    • http://www.lafrontrunners.com/scholarship.html
    • lafrontrunners@gmail.com
    • 2870 Los Feliz Place
      PMB #229
      Los Angeles, CA 90039

Nicole Murray Ramirez LGBT Student Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT students who have been accepted to or are matriculating at a post-secondary college, university or vocational institution within the State of California.
    • http://www.thecentersd.org/lgbtstudentscholarship.php
    • lbarufaldi@thecentersd.org
    • Nicole Murray Ramirez LGBT Student Scholarship c/o The San Diego LGBT Community Center
      P.O. Box 3357
      San Diego, CA 92163

Orange County Imperial Court Harvey Milk Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for Orange County residents attending an area college, university or trade school.
    • http://orangecountyimperialcourt.org/Scholarship.htm
    • 619.692.1967
    • PO Box 11332
      Westminster, CA 92685

Permanente Medical Group Medical Student Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for medical student who has promoted understanding of and equality for the LGBT community.
    • http://www.equalityscholarship.org/
    • info@equalityscholarship.org
    • 510.987.4148
    • KP Pride
      P.O. Box 30573
      Oakland, CA 94604

PFLAG Sacramento Follensbee Scholarship

  • Funds $1000 scholarship for self-identified LGBT graduating high school senior from the Sacramento area who is pursuing postsecondary education.
    • npbarth@earthlink.net
    • 916.978.0410
    • PFLAG Sacramento
      P.O. Box 661855
      Sacramento, CA 95866-1855

PFLAG San Diego Scholarship

  • Funds several scholarships of at least $1000 for LGBTQ undergraduate or graduate students who are San Diego County residents.
    • http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=ddsbn4nv_2hg28fzrk
    • pflag.scholarship@gmail.com
    • 619.743.6879
    • Scholarship Chair, PFLAG/San Diego
      9341 Carmichael Dr.
      La Mesa, California 91941

Project 10 Models of Excellence Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for Southern California students who have shown a commitment to the advancement of civil rights in the LGBT community.
    • http://www.project10.org/index.html
    • project10@hotmail.com
    • 626.577.4553
    • Project 10
      115 W. California Blvd., #116
      Pasadena, CA 91105

Queer Asian & Pacific Islander Pride Scholarship

  • Provides needs-based funds for LGBTQQ Asian or Pacific Islander students under age 22 who live in the San Francisco bay area.
    • http://www.apiwellness.org/scholarship.html
    • aqua@apiwellness.org
    • 415.292.3420
    • Asian & Pacific Islander Wellness Center
      730 Polk St, 4th Floor
      San Francisco, CA 94109

Sacramento County LGBT Caucus Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT student or child of a member of the LGBT community who is a graduating high school senior, resident of Sacramento County and has been accepted to a 2 or 4-year institution of higher education.
    • rayag@saccounty.net

San Jose/Peninsula PFLAG Scholarships

  • Four $2000 scholarships for high school seniors attending an accredited two- or four-year college/university, or business/technical school whose educational history, personal plans, and activities demonstrate support for justice and equality for GLBT people.
    • http://www.pflagsanjose.org/scholarship.php
    • ninadarbysmom@yahoo.com
    • PFLAG Scholarships Attn: Sally McClure
      14 Tasker Lane
      San Carlos, CA 94070

Southern California Lambda Medical Association

  • Funds scholarships for GLB members of SCLMA attending medical school in southern California.
    • http://www.sclma.org/scholarship/
    • 807 Sycamore # 3
      Los Angeles, CA 90038

The Tang Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based $15,000 scholarship for post-secondary GLBT student of Asian/Pacific Islander ancestry who graduated from high school in one of nine Bay Area counties.
    • http://www.sbqa.com/TangScholarshipApplication2009.pdf
    • ecmt@yahoo.com
    • Edward Tang
      300 El Camino Real
      San Carlos , CA 94070-2489

Thomas Steel Summer Law Internship

  • Funds internships for law student in the Bay Area who has done previous work in the LGBT and/or progressive movements.
    • http://www.nlgsf.org/
    • mel@nlgsf.org
    • 415.285.5067
    • NLG San Francisco Bay Area Chapter
      588 Capp St.
      San Francisco, CA 94110

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

Cal Poly Pomona Pride Center Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for CSUP students based on leadership and activism in the LGBTQIA community.
    • http://www.dsa.csupomona.edu/pride/Dinner.asp
    • pride@csupomona.edu
    • 909.869.3064
    • The Pride Center
      3801 West Temple Avenue, Bldg 26-107
      Pomona, CA 91768

California State University-Fresno

Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarship for any entering, existing, or graduate Fresno State student demonstrating pride in the LGBT community.
    • http://www.bulldogpride.org/
    • probertson@fresnostatealumni.com
    • 559.278.2586
    • Bulldog Pride Scholarship Fund, Fresno State Alumni Association
      2625 E. Matoian Way, SH 124
      Fresno, CA 93740

City College of San Francisco

Dan Allen Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for publicly-identified gay, lesbian, or bisexual CCSF student.
    • http://www.ccsf.edu/Services/Scholarships/
    • gsaucedo@ccsf.edu
    • 415.239.3339
    • Scholarship Office
      50 Phelan Avenue Batmale Hall, L-366
      San Francisco, CA 94112

Tim Wolfred Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarship to CCSF student enrolled in a GLBT Studies class.
    • http://www.ccsf.edu/Services/Scholarships/
    • gsaucedo@ccsf.edu
    • 415.239.3339
    • Scholarship Office
      50 Phelan Avenue Batmale Hall, L-366
      San Francisco, CA 94112

College of Marin

Ned Tuck & Bill Peters Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for gay or lesbian student at College of Marin.
    • http://www.comf.org/scholarships/scholarships3.html
    • comf@convene.com
    • 415.485.9382
    • College of Marin Foundation
      P.O. Box 446
      Kentfield, CA 94914

Golden Gate University-School of Law

Michael A. Zamperini/W. Clay Burchell Scholarship

  • Sponsors scholarships for lesbian/gay students beginning their final fall semester at Golden Gate University School of Law.
    • http://www.ggu.edu/school_of_law/law_admissions_financial_aid/financial_aid/scholarships
    • lawadmit@ggu.edu
    • 415.442.6630
    • Golden Gate University School of Law
      536 Mission St.
      San Francisco, CA 94105

Pacific McGeorge Law School

Jeffrey K. Poilé Memorial Civil Rights Endowed Scholarship

  • Provides support to one or more students in at least their second year of law school committed to using their legal education to extend and protect the civil rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people.
    • http://www.mcgeorge.edu/x2566.xml

William Russell Knudson Memorial Scholarship

  • Memorial scholarship of a gay and lesbian civil rights advocate open to at least a second year law student with demonstrated financial need who exhibits academic ability and leadership potential.
    • http://www.mcgeorge.edu/x2566.xml

San Diego State University

San Diego State University

  • Funds scholarships for SDSU students who are members of the LGBT Student Union.
    • http://www.sa.sdsu.edu/scholarship/index.html
    • fao@mail.sdsu.edu
    • 619.594.6323
    • Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship
      5500 Campanile Dr., Rm. 3605
      San Diego, CA 92182

San Francisco State University

Markowski-Leach Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for self-identified LGBTQ students at SFSU, UC Berkeley or Stanford who have exemplified excellence in their lives and demonstrated promise for becoming positive role models for other LGBTQ people.
    • http://www.mlscholarships.org/
    • P.O. Box 13315, PMB #206
      Oakland, CA 94661-0315

San Jose State University

Wiggsy Sivertsen Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships to SJSU students who have demonstrated a commitment to making the University a more open environment for LGBT students.
    • Blanca.Escoto@sjsu.edu
    • 408.924.5935
    • SJSU, Counseling Services
      Adm. 201
      San Jose, CA 95192-0035

Stanford University

Markowski-Leach Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for self-identified LGBTQ students at SFSU, UC Berkeley or Stanford who have exemplified excellence in their lives and demonstrated promise for becoming positive role models for other LGBTQ people.
    • http://www.mlscholarships.org/
    • P.O. Box 13315, PMB #206
      Oakland, CA 94661-0315

University of California-Berkeley

Arcus Endowment

  • Biennially funds a scholar-in-residence to teach a graduate seminar and present a lecture on topics which explore sexuality, sexual orientation, and the role of LGBTQ communities in the development of architecture and built environments.
    • http://www.ced.berkeley.edu/alumni/giving/cedcampaign/endowedchairs/arcus
    • arcaward@berkeley.edu
    • University of California at Berkeley
      230 Wurster Hall, #1820
      Berkeley, CA 94720-1820

Cal Alumni Pride Leadership Scholarship

  • Funds four $1,500 scholarships for continuing UC Berkeley students who have demonstrated leadership in the LGBT community and have a strong record of academic excellence, volunteerism and achievement.
    • http://www.calalumnipride.org/
    • scholarship@calalumnipride.org
    • Cal Alumni Pride
      PO BOX 193531
      San Francisco, CA 94119

Mark Bingham Leadership Fund

  • Provides needs-based scholarship funds for a UC Berkeley student.
    • http://www.calfund.org/8/giving_bingham.php
    • 213.413.4130
    • 445 S. Figueroa St. Suite 3400
      Los Angeles, CA 90071-1638

Markowski-Leach Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for self-identified LGBTQ students at SFSU, UC Berkeley or Stanford who have exemplified excellence in their lives and demonstrated promise for becoming positive role models for other LGBTQ people.
    • http://www.mlscholarships.org/
    • P.O. Box 13315, PMB #206
      Oakland, CA 94661-0315

University of California-Irvine

Bruce Wade Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for grad and undergrad UC Irvine students who contribute to improving the campus environment for LGBT students.
    • http://www.lgbtrc.uci.edu/programs/scholarships/brucewade.html
    • 949.824.3277
    • UCI Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Transgender Resource Center
      106 Gateway Commons
      Irvine, CA 92697-5125

University of California-Los Angeles

UCLA Lambda Alumni Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for UCLA students who demonstrate service to the LGBT community.
    • http://www.lgbt.ucla.edu/alumni1.html
    • lgbt@ucla.edu
    • 310.206.3628
    • UCLA LGBT Campus Resource Center
      220 Westwood Plaza B36
      Los Angeles, CA 90095-1570

University of California-Riverside

Kalyn Smith-Tranquil'son Memorial Fund

  • Funds emergency scholarships for UCR students who have funding cut off by parents due to sexual orientation/gender identity.
    • http://out.ucr.edu/campus/scholarship.htm
    • 951.827.2267
    • UC Riverside LGBT Resource Center
      250 Costo Hall
      Riverside, CA 92521

University of California-San Diego

UCSD LGBT Undergraduate Scholarship Program

  • Funds scholarships for GLBT and allied undergraduate UCSD students.
    • http://lgbt.ucsd.edu/resources.shtml
    • rainbow@ucsd.edu
    • 858.822.3493
    • LGBT Resource Center
      9500 Gilman Dr., # 0023
      La Jolla, CA 92093-0023

University of Southern California

USC Lambda Alumni Scholarship Program

  • Funds scholarships for USC students showing academic excellence and service to the LGBT community, regardless of their sexual orientation.
    • http://alumni.usc.edu/lambda/
    • christopher.lane@alumni.usc.edu
    • 635 Childs Way
      USC Lambda Alumni Association
      Los Angeles, CA 90089-0461

University of the Pacific-McGeorge School of Law

Jeffrey K. Poilé Memorial Civil Rights Endowed Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for second year McGregor students interested in GLBT civil rights law.
    • http://www.mcgeorge.edu/x2566.xml
    • finaid@pacific.edu
    • 916.739.7158
    • University of the Pacific
      3200 5th Ave.
      Sacramento, CA 95817

Colorado

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Gill Foundation Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for GLBT students with past involvement in GLBT issues who are attending Colorado colleges. For more information, contact your college's financial aid office or dean of students office.
    • http://www.gillfoundation.org/

Kaiser Permanente Diversity Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for students who are Colorado residents and pursuing an education for any career associated with the health care or public health fields.
    • http://physiciancareers.kp.org/co/scholarship/web_pages/background_information.htm
    • co-diversitydevelopment@kp.org
    • Kaiser Permanente Colorado Diversity Scholarship Program
      PO Box 378066
      Denver, Colorado 80247-8066

The Alexander Foundation Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for gay or lesbian Colorado residents attending an accredited Colorado college for grad or undergrad studies.
    • http://www.thealexanderfoundation.org/scholarship.html
    • edgrants@thealexanderfoundation.org
    • 303.331.7733
    • P.O. Box 1995
      Denver, CO 80201-1995

White Rose Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for post-secondary student who has resided in Colorado for previous year and has participated in the LGBT community.
    • http://www.denvercourt.org/whiterose/whiterose.htm
    • 303.322.1262
    • P.O. Box 100811
      Denver, CO 80250-0811

Metropolitan State College of Denver

Metropolitan State College of Denver Gill Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for first year student at Metro State who commits to 30 hours of service to LGBT community each semester.
    • http://www.mscd.edu/~glbtss/resources/scholarships.htm
    • 303.556.6333
    • P.O. Box 173362
      Denver, CO 80217-3362

University of Colorado-Boulder

CU Boulder GLBT Scholarship Fund

  • Funds a scholarship for undergraduates who have a record of service in making CU Boulder a more hospitable place for GLBT people.
    • http://www.colorado.edu/glbtrc/scholarship/
    • glbtrc@colorado.edu
    • 303.492.1377
    • GLBT Resource Center, Willard Hall 227
      Willard Hall 227, 103 UCB
      Boulder, CO 80309

Joel Roger Wayne Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for GLBT undergrad student at CU Boulder seeking a degree in a Human Services field.
    • http://www.colorado.edu/glbtrc/scholarship/
    • 303.492.1377
    • GLBT Resource Center
      Willard Hall 227, 103 UCB
      Boulder, CO 80309

Karen Raforth Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for undergrad or grad CU Boulder students who demonstrate commitment to and support for LBGT students on campus and in the community.
    • http://www.colorado.edu/glbtrc/scholarship/
    • 303.492.1377
    • GLBT Resource Center
      Willard Hall 227, 103 UCB
      Boulder, CO 80309

LGBT Alumni Association Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for undergrad or grad CU Boulder students who demonstrate commitment to and support for LBGT students at CUB and in the community.
    • http://www.colorado.edu/glbtrc/scholarship/index.html
    • 303.492.1377
    • GLBT Resource Center
      Willard Hall 227, 103 UCB
      Boulder, CO 80309

Positive Futures Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for CU Boulder students whose lives have been affected by HIV/AIDS.
    • http://www.colorado.edu/glbtrc/scholarship/
    • 303.492.1377
    • GLBT Resource Center
      Willard Hall 227, 103 UCB
      Boulder, CO 80309

Connecticut

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Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for students who identify as LGBT, is from an LGBT household or family, or is an ally of the LGBT community and resides in Connecticut.
    • http://www.hglhc.org/
    • rpdz@sbcglobal.net
    • 860.278.4163
    • HGLHC, Attn: Scholarship Committee
      P.O. Box 2094
      Hartford, CT 06145-2094

Helen and Bob Brill Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT and allied Connecticut students who are involved in support, education and/or advocacy in their school or community and plan to attend or are already attending an institution of higher education.
    • http://www.pflaghartford.org/brill.html
    • HfdPflag@aol.com
    • 860.633.7184
    • True Colors
      945 Main Street, Suite 211
      Manchester, CT 06040

District of Columbia

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Just a TAD Scholarship

  • Funds a minimum of three $1000 dollar scholarships to help finance postsecondary education for members of the Baltimore/Washington and DC Metro Region who have proven leadership and involvement in LGBT activism.
    • http://www.targetingadream.org/lgbtscholarship.html
    • 703.683.0962
    • Scholarship Committee
      PO Box 967
      Laurel, MD 20725-0967

Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for a self-identified LGBT student-athlete who has made a contribution to the sport(s) he or she is a part of and enhanced the perception of the LGBT community.
    • http://www.teamdc.org/scholarship.html
    • scholarship@teamdc.org
    • Attn: Student-Athlete Scholarship Committee
      P.O. Box 53051
      Washington, DC 20009

Wanda Alston and Christopher Salazar Scholarships

  • Open to all people at any educational level and under the age of 25. Eligibility is restricted to those residing in the District of Columbia Metropolitan area.
    • http://youthpridedc.org/scholarship.html
    • 202.387.4141
    • Youth Pride Alliance
      P.O. Box 33161
      Washington, DC 20009

American University

Carlos Enrique Cisneros Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships benefitting LGBT undergrad and grad students of disctinction at American University.
    • http://www.american.edu/ocl/glbta/resources/info_scholarships.html
    • glbta@american.edu
    • 202.885.3347
    • 201 Mary Graydon Center
      4400 Massachusetss Ave, NW
      Washington, DC 20016-8164

George Washington University

Gill Fellowship for GWU Semester in Washington

  • Funds scholarships for GLB students to participate in George Washington University's Semester in Washington program.
    • http://www.gwu.edu/~siw/politics/about/faq.cfm
    • 800.367.4776
    • GWU Semester in Washington
      1922 F St., NW Ste.404B
      Washington, DC 20052

Florida

Statewide

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Aqua Foundation for Women Family of Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Broward or Miami Dade County who have a history of leadership in the LBT community and plan to be a LBT leader in the future.
    • http://www.aquafoundation.org/WCF/scholarship_how.asp
    • 305.576.2782
    • 1521 Alton Road, Suite 117
      Miami Beach, FL 33139

OneDaytona Scholarships

  • Two new scholarships in the $250-$500 range will be offered to out LGBT students attending college or vocational school in Volusia or Flagler counties of Florida (greater Daytona area).
    • http://www.onedaytona.com/
    • info@onedaytona.com
    • 386.761.5565
    • PO Box 1936
      Daytona Beach , FL. 32115

PFLAG Jacksonville Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT undergrad or grad student from the Jacksonville area.
    • http://www.pflagjax.org/
    • pflagjax@pflagjax.org
    • 904.737.3329
    • P.O. Box 2971
      Jacksonville, FL 32203

Miami University

Roy Bowen Ward LGBT Scholarship

  • Open to students enrolled at a Miami University campus with a cumulative GPA no lower than 2.5. Applicants sought from persons of diverse backgrounds.
    • http://www.units.muohio.edu/saf/glbt/miami_community_resources/1809lgbtalumni.php
    • glbtq@muohio.edu

Nova Southeastern University

A. Gordon Rose Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for CPS graduate psychology student committed to research and professional work to increase self and community accpetance for gay people.
    • http://www.nova.edu/cwis/finaid/scholarships/institutional.html#cps
    • karol@nsu.nova.edu
    • 954.262.5701
    • Nova Southeastern University
      Center for Psychological Studies
      Fort Lauderdale, FL

University of Southern Florida

USF Alumni Association LGBT Scholarship

  • Funds $1,000 needs-based scholarship for USF student who has demonstrated academic achievement and contributed to the climate for all students, including those with a different sexual orientation.
    • http://multicultural.usf.edu/cisogi/lgbtatusf.asp#scholar
    • ldowdell@admin.usf.edu
    • 813.974.2100
    • USF Alumni Association, Gibbons Alumni Center
      4202 E. Fowler Avenue, ALC100
      Tampa, FL 33620-5455

Georgia

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Audre Lorde Scholarship Awards

  • Funds scholarships for out lesbians or gay men of African descent making significant contributions to their communities.
    • http://www.zami.org/scholarship.htm
    • zami@zami.org
    • 404.370.0920
    • P.O. Box 2502
      Decatur, GA 30031

Pat Hoban Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for lesbian identified Georgia residents who have demonstrated a commitment to the welfare of the lesbian community.
    • http://www.fourthtuesday.org/scholarship.html
    • mentorship@fourthtuesday.org
    • 770.662.4353
    • 1530 DeKalb Ave, NE Ste. A
      Atlanta, GA 30307

PFLAG Atlanta Scholarships

  • Funds scholarship for an openly LGBT student who is a current Georgia resident or will attend school in Georgia and has demonstrated a history of LGBT or other community service or activism.
    • http://www.pflagatl.org/scholarships
    • pflagatlschols@aim.com
    • PFLAG-Atlanta Scholarship Program
      P.O. Box 450393
      Atlanta, GA 31145-0393

Emory University

Emory GALA Leadership Award

  • Funds $2500 scholarship for an undergraduate student who has demonstrated leadership to positively impact the LGBTQ communities at Emory University.
    • http://www.emory.edu/CAMPUS_LIFE/LGBTOFFICE/scholarships.php
    • mshutt@emory.edu
    • 404.727.2136
    • 246E Dobbs University Center
      P.O. Box 24075
      Atlanta, GA 30322

Kennesaw State University

Robert Sherer GLBT Arts Scholarship

  • KSU Foundation Scholarships funds a scholarship awarded to a GLBT undergraduate or graduate visual arts student who demonstrates either excellent academic achievement and/or financial need.
    • http://www.kennesaw.edu/giving/scholarships/cota.shtml
    • scholarshipapps@kennesaw.edu
    • 770.423.6027
    • Kennesaw State University, Office of Development
      1000 Chastain Road MD 9102
      Kennesaw, Georgia 30144-5591

Idaho

Statewide

all

Armistead Maupin Creative Writing Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for residents of Oregon, Washington or Idaho who have authored material based in large part on GLBT themes, regardless of the applicant's sexual orientation or gender identity, and are pursuing a liberal arts education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

The Pride Foundation

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon or Washington with a demonstrated commitment to human and civil rights for all people.
    • http://www.pridefoundation.org/scholarships/overview/
    • scholarships@pridefoundation.org
    • 800.735.7287
    • GSBA and Pride Foundation Scholarships
      1122 East Pike Street, PMB #1001
      Seattle, WA 98122

Illinois

Statewide

all

Acorn Equality Fund Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT students, allies or children of LGBT parents who have permanent residence in specific Illinois counties.
    • http://www.acornequalityfund.com/scholarships.html
    • acorn1999@gmail.com
    • P.O. Box 6286
      Peoria, IL 61650?6286

Amigas Latinas Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships to current LGBTQ high school seniors or college freshman who are of Latina heritage and have actively promoted understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ people in their school and/or community.
    • http://www.amigaslatinas.org/programs.htm
    • info@amigaslatinas.org
    • 312.409.5697
    • PO Box 10124
      Chicago, IL 60610-0124

Jean Paul Ohadi Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for gay or lesbian youth 17 or older, residing in Illinois at time of application.
    • contact@pflagchicago.com
    • 972.881.5399
    • 490 Ferndale Ln.
      Prospect Heights, IL 60070

Lisa Wagaman Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT students, or students with LGBT parent, who reside in Missouri or Southwest Central Illinois and are pursuing their education through the post-secondary level as undergraduates and requiring financial assistance.
    • http://www.prideofpeacock.com/scholarship.html
    • info@prideofpeacock.org
    • Lisa Wagaman Scholarship Fund
      PO Box 440201
      Saint Louis, Missouri 63144

Northern Illinois University

Joseph Harry Endowed Scholarship

  • Provides tuition scholarships to junior and senior undergraduate students who have demonstrated interest and participated in LGBT organizations or activities.
    • http://www.niu.edu/lgbt/resourcecenter/awards/josephharry/index.shtml
    • lgbt@niu.edu
    • 815.753.5428
    • Joseph Harry Scholarship Committee, LGBT Resource Center
      Holmes Student Center 707, Northern Illinois University
      DeKalb, IL 60115

University of Chicago

James C. Hormel Dissertation Fellowships in Lesbian and Gay Studies

  • Funds scholarships for University of Chicago Ph.D. students who are writing dissertations in lesbian, gay, and queer studies.
    • http://genderstudies.uchicago.edu/lgsp/fellowships_grants.shtml
    • golson@uchicago.edu
    • 773.702.9936
    • Center for Gender Studies, U. of Chicago
      5733 S. University Ave.
      Chicago, IL 60637

University of Chicago-School of Law

U. Chicago School of Law Stonewall Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for University of Chicago Law School student who is likely to use his/her legal education toward the advancement of gay and lesbian rights.
    • http://www.law.uchicago.edu/financial/stonewall.html
    • The Stonewall Scholarship Committee, c/o The Law School, The University of Chicago
      1111 East 60th St.
      Chicago, IL 60637

University of Illinois-Chicago

Chancellor's Committee on the Status of LGBT Concerns

  • Funds scholarships for graduate or undergraduate student at UIC who promotes a positive identity for LGBT students.
    • http://tigger.uic.edu/orgs/scholar/awards.htm
    • 312.413.9862
    • 1180 Behavioral Sciences Bldg., M/C 369
      Chicago, IL 60607

Indiana

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Indianapolis PFLAG Scholarship

  • Funds $500 scholarship for a self-identified LGBT graduating high school senior who is a resident of Indiana, has demonstrated an interest in service to the LGBT community and has been accepted to an accredited institution of higher education.
    • http://www.indypflag.org/Scholarship/Scholarship.htm
    • info@indypflag.org
    • Indianapolis PFLAG Scholarship
      P. O. Box 441633
      Indianapolis, IN 46244-1633

Indy Pride Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for students who have worked to make Indiana a better place for GLBT people.
    • http://indyprideinc.com/about/scholarship.htm
    • P.O. Box 44403
      Indianapolis, IN 46244-0403

Butler University

Louis Tharp and James Bumgardner GLBT Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship to provide financial support for LGBTA Butler undergraduate students.
    • http://www.butler.edu/diversity/?pg=7014
    • balexand@butler.edu
    • 317.940.9570
    • Office of Student Affairs, Atherton Union 200
      4600 Sunset Ave
      Indianapolis, IN 46208

Indiana University

IU GLBTAA Academic Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for IU students who have improved the climate and atmosphere on their IU campus for GLBT students, faculty, staff, and/or alumni while also achieving their own academic and personal goals.
    • http://alumni.indiana.edu/glbtaa/regscholar.shtml
    • glbtsss@indiana.edu
    • 812.855.8266
    • IU GLBTAA Scholarship
      1000 E. 17th St.
      Bloomington, IN 47408

IU GLBTAA Emergency Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for current IU GLBT students who have lost or are facing the loss of financial support from their parents/family after disclosing their sexual orientation or gender identity while attending IU.
    • http://alumni.indiana.edu/glbtaa/emergscholar.shtml
    • glbtserv@indiana.edu
    • 812.855.4252
    • IU GLBTSSS Office
      705 E. Seventh St.
      Bloomington, IN 47405

Iowa

Statewide

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First Friday Breakfast Club Scholarship

  • Provides $2,500 scholarships for LGBT and Allied high school seniors entering college who have demonstrated an effort to combat homophobia and are residents of Iowa.
    • http://www.ffbciowa.org/scholarship.htm
    • alvanlin@yahoo.com
    • 515.266.7638
    • Jonathan Wilson, c/o FFBC
      215 10th Street, Suite 1300
      Des Moines, IA 50309

Iowa's Matthew Shepard Scholarship

  • Funds renewable scholarships for openly LGBT Iowa high school seniors with a strong academic record, demonstrated LGBT activism and community service, and a history of high moral and ethical standards and conduct.
    • http://www.eychanerfoundation.org/
    • info@eychanerfoundation.org
    • 515.262.0000
    • Eychaner Foundation
      PO Box 1797
      Des Moines, IA 50305-1797

Iowa State University

Iowa State Small Victories Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for ISU students who demonstrate leadership and involvement in the LGBT community at ISU.
    • http://www.dso.iastate.edu/lgbtss/events/smallvic/
    • lgbtss@iastate.edu
    • 515.292.4330
    • Iowa State University
      1034 Student Services Bldg.
      Ames, IA 50011-2222

Kansas

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Dillenkoffer Endowment Scholarship

  • Funds a four-year scholarship for GLBT students who are residents of Kansas or Missouri, have at least a 2.75 GPA and have made a difference through involvement in community and school activities.
    • http://www.dillenkoffer.org/
    • info@dillenkoffer.org
    • 866.465.2008
    • The Dillenkoffer Endowment
      10109 N. Lane Dr.
      Kansas City, MO 64157-7863

Kentucky

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Kentucky Fairness Alliance Foundation Scholarships

  • Each year, the KFA Foundation awards three $1,500 scholarships to outstanding Kentucky LGBT undergraduate or graduate students based on social and financial need, scholastic aptitude and leadership potential.
    • http://www.kentuckyfairness.org/
    • jodycofer@bellsouth.net
    • 270.703.1582
    • KFA Foundation Scholarships Selection Committee
      P.O. Box 1280
      Frankfort , KY 40602

PFLAG Louisville Scholarships

  • Funds scholarship for a resident of Kentucky or student who is attending a post-secondary education institution in Kentucky.
    • http://pflag.home.insightbb.com/application.htm
    • pflaglouisville@yahoo.com
    • 502.329.0229
    • Metro-Louisville PFLAG, Scholarship Selection Committee
      PO Box 5002
      Louisville, KY 40255-0002

Morehead State University

Hobbs Endowment for Equality

  • The Hobbs Endowment for Equality Scholarship recognizes LGBTQ undergraduate & graduate students at Morehead State University who have clearly demonstrated strong skills in many areas, including academic scholarship, leadership involvement, and community service in their application.
    • http://www.moreheadstate.edu/orgs/allyance
    • finaid@moreheadstate.edu
    • 800.585.6781
    • Office of Enrollment Services - MSU
      100 Admissions Center
      Morehead, KY 40351

University of Louisville

Ken Terrill Memorial Award

  • Funds scholarships for University of Louisville undergrad who has demonstrated leadership in or service to the GLBT community on campus and the greater Louisville metro area.
    • http://louisville.edu/a-s/students/scholarships/
    • 502.852.6490
    • University of Louisville
      Louisville, KY 40293

Louisiana

Statewide

all

PFLAG New Orleans Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT residents of Louisiana who are applying to attend (or currently attending) a postsecondary educational institution.
    • http://www.pflagno.org/scholarship.html
    • jmelcher@xula.edu
    • 504.944.6013
    • PFLAG/New Orleans Chapter, Scholarship Selection Committee
      PO Box 15515
      New Orleans, LA 70175

PFLAG New Orleans Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Louisiana who self-identify as GLBT.
    • http://www.pflagno.org/scholarship.html
    • scholarship@pflagno.org
    • 504.944.6013
    • P.O. Box 15515
      New Orleans, LA 70175

Maine

Statewide

all

Joel Abromson Memorial Scholarship Fund

  • Funds $1000 scholarships for students pursuing higher education based on their involvement and leadership in promoting equality for LGBT people in their schools and communities, and their commitment and concrete plans for promoting equality in Maine.
    • http://www.foundation.equalitymaine.org/about-us/the-joel-abromson-memorial-scholarship-fund
    • info@equalitymaine.org
    • 207.761.3732
    • Equality Maine
      P.O. Box 1951
      Portland, ME 04104

Rainbow Business & Professional Association Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Maine or those attending college in Maine who have fostered diversity.
    • http://rbpa.org/rbpa_scholarship_fund/
    • scholarship@rbpa.org
    • 207.775.0077
    • P.O. Box 3442
      Portland, ME 04104-3442

Maryland

Statewide

all

Just a TAD Scholarship

  • Funds a minimum of three $1000 dollar scholarships to help finance postsecondary education for members of the Baltimore/Washington and DC Metro Region who have proven leadership and involvement in LGBT activism.
    • http://www.targetingadream.org/lgbtscholarship.html
    • 703.683.0962
    • Scholarship Committee
      PO Box 967
      Laurel, MD 20725-0967

PFLAG Columbia/Howard County Scholarship

  • The $1000 scholarship recognizes an outstanding LGBT or Ally student who is a Maryland resident and encourages the pursuit of post-secondary education.
    • http://www.pflagmd.org/scholarship.html
    • pme625@verizon.net
    • 443.280.9047
    • PFLAG Columbia/Howard County
      P.O. Box 1479
      Columbia, MD 21044

Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for a self-identified LGBT student-athlete who has made a contribution to the sport(s) he or she is a part of and enhanced the perception of the LGBT community.
    • http://www.teamdc.org/scholarship.html
    • scholarship@teamdc.org
    • Attn: Student-Athlete Scholarship Committee
      P.O. Box 53051
      Washington, DC 20009

Wanda Alston and Christopher Salazar Scholarships

  • Open to all people at any educational level and under the age of 25. Eligibility is restricted to those residing in the District of Columbia Metropolitan area.
    • http://youthpridedc.org/scholarship.html
    • 202.387.4141
    • Youth Pride Alliance
      P.O. Box 33161
      Washington, DC 20009

University of Maryland

Rodler-Wood Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for full-time University of Maryland students with demonstrated interest and academic excellence in the field of LGBT studies.
    • http://lgbts.umd.edu/partner.html
    • mlindema@umd.edu
    • 301.405.6349
    • UM LGBT Studies Program
      2212 Marie Mount Hall
      College Park, MD 20742

UMD LGBT Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for University of Maryland student who has promoted civil rights by working to end discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
    • http://www.president.umd.edu/PCLGBTI/aboutus/scholarship.html
    • lgbt@umd.edu
    • 301.405.8720
    • Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Equity
      0119 Cole Student Activities Building
      College Park, MD 20742-5025

Massachusetts

Statewide

all

Greater Boston PFLAG Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for graduating Massachusetts high school senior planning to attend an institution of higher education.
    • http://www.gbpflag.org/scholarships
    • pflagsafeschools@aol.com
    • 781.891.5966
    • Scholarship Committee
      P.O. Box 541619
      Waltham, MA 02454-1619

Berklee College of Music

Berklee GLBT Leadership Fund

  • Fund provides support to Berklee students working to benefit the LGBT community at Berklee and beyond.
    • http://www.berklee.edu/glbtallies/default.html
    • bugle@berklee.net
    • 617.747.2310
    • GLBT Leadership Fund c/o Office of Cultural Diversity
      MS-1140-DIV
      Boston, MA 2215

Bridgewater State College

Barney Frank Equality Scholarship

  • Provides emergency scholarship funds for Bridgewater students who have funding cut off by parents due to sexual orientation/gender identity.
    • http://www.bridgew.edu/GLBTA/scholarship.cfm
    • GLBTA@bridgew.edu
    • 508.531.1408
    • Rondileau Campus Center, Room 006
      Bridgewater State College
      Bridgewater, MA 2325

Emerson College

Rob Sands Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for a needy undergraduate student, with first preference to students who have demonstrated advocacy on and an affinity for LGBT causes.
    • http://www.emerson.edu/finaid/undergrad-restricted-scholarships.cfm
    • finaid@emerson.edu
    • 617.824.8655
    • Emerson College, Office of Student Financial Services
      120 Boylston Street
      Boston, MA 02116-4624

Michigan

Statewide

all

Perceptions Saginaw Valley Scholarship

  • The scholarship will be awarded to a Michigan resident who has demonstrated a passion for promoting mutual respect and acceptance across borders of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
    • http://www.saginawfoundation.org/grants_and_scholarships/scholarships/listing.php?sid=138
    • info@saginawfoundation.org
    • 989.755.0545
    • 100 South Jefferson Avenue
      Suite 201
      Saginaw, MI 48607

The Forum Foundation Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Michigan or students attending accredited colleges or universities in Michigan who have demonstrated scholastic achievement or promise, financial need, and desirable qualities of character and leadership, with preference given to GLBT students.
    • http://www.theforumfoundation.org/scholarshipapp.htm
    • forumfoundation@aol.com
    • 586.573.9932
    • The Forum Foundation
      PO Box 3073
      Centerline, MI 48015

Eastern Michigan University

EMU Stonewall Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for undergrad or grad EMU student who has demonstrated leadership and/or involvement in promoting a positive gay/lesbian environment.
    • http://www.emich.edu/stonewall/
    • kmehuron@emich.edu
    • 734.487.3393
    • Eastern Michigan University
      Stonewall Scholarship Committee, 701 Pray Harrold
      Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Grand Valley State University

Grand Valley State University LGBT Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for an LGBT or ally GVSU student based in part on the student's support of LGBT students, issues and concerns.
    • http://www.gvsu.edu/lgbtrc/index.cfm?id=DDBAFF82-EE59-6D33-3804212E335F6713
    • vanharng@gvsu.edu
    • 616.331.2781
    • Scholarship Selection Committee, c/o Gary Van Harn - 130 LOH
      Grand Valley State University, 1 Campus Drive
      Allendale, MI 49401

West Shore Aware Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for meritorious students at GVSU who are LGBT or to other students who have demonstrated visible positive support for issues important to the well being of the broader LGBT community.
    • http://www.gvsu.edu/lgbtrc/index.cfm?id=8A745F5D-C960-7EFC-1330A24A4E7CF797
    • vanharng@gvsu.edu
    • 616.331.2781
    • AWARE Scholarship Trustees
      P.O. Box 33
      Douglas, MI 49406

Michigan State University

GLFSA Scholarship Committee

  • Funds scholarships for MSU studentswho have contributed to the LGBT community.
    • http://lbgtrc.msu.edu/scholarships.htm
    • 517.355.8286
    • 302 Student Services
      Michigan State University
      East Lansing, MI 48826

MSU LGBT Students of Color Scholarship

  • This scholarship is awarded to students who are active in addressing issues for LGBT students of color. Its purpose is to recognize individuals who help end the stigma that racism and homophobia leave in all communities.
    • http://lbgtrc.msu.edu/scholarships
    • lbgtrc@msu.edu
    • 302 Student Services Building
      East Lansing, Michigan 48824

MSU Stephen P. Pougnet and Christopher J. Green Endowed Scholarship

  • This scholarship is awarded to a currently enrolled junior or senior student (preference is given to students enrolled in The Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University). Candidates must demonstrate academic excellence and involvement with/contributions to LGBT communities.
    • http://lbgtrc.msu.edu/scholarships
    • lbgtrc@msu.edu
    • 517.353.9520
    • 302 Student Services Building
      East Lansing, Michigan 48824

Northern Michigan University

ALLIES Scholarship for Student Leadership Development

  • Funds scholarships for NMU student who has demonstrated leadership in or service to the GLBT community at NMU.
    • http://myweb.nmu.edu/~allies/
    • allies@nmu.edu
    • Northern Michigan University
      , MI

University of Michigan

University of Michigan GALAS Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for grad. or undergrad. student at any U of MI campus who demonstrates leadership, support and involvement benefitting LGBT community.
    • http://www.finaid.umich.edu/Types_of_Financial_Aid/Scholarships/scholfind.asp
    • lgbta@umich.edu
    • 734.763.4186
    • 3200 Michigan Union
      530 S. State St.
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1349

Wayne State University

CFPCA LGBT Endowed Scholarship

  • Provides financial support and hope to meritorious students in the College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts (CFPCA) who demonstrate positive sensitivity to and involvement in LGBT issues.
    • http://www.cfpca.wayne.edu/current-students.php#Student_Develop_Grants
    • l.hart@wayne.edu
    • 313.577.5337
    • Lezlie Hart, CFPCA, Wayne State University
      5104 Gullen Mall
      Detroit, Michigan 48202

Michael P. LaGatella Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarship to promote a positive gay/lesbian identity, to encourage continued academic progress and to assist in financing higher education for gay/lesbian or other supportive individuals attending WSU.
    • http://www.scholarships.wayne.edu/scholarships.php
    • scholarships@wayne.edu
    • 313.577.3577
    • Scholarships Office
      PO Box 02759
      Detroit, MI 48202-0759

Minnesota

Statewide

all

PFund Foundation

  • Funds scholarships for resident of Minnesota or student attending a qualified Minnesota school who is GLBT or from a GLBT family.
    • http://www.pfundonline.org/scholarships.html
    • 800.435.1402
    • Attn: Scholarship Committee
      1409 Willow St., Ste 210
      Minneapolis, MN 55403

Augsburg College

Karen Neitge Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for Augsburg student based on academic achievement, need and volunteerism, specifically in the area of sexual orientation.
    • http://www.augsburg.edu/campNATLctivities/lgbtqia/neitge.html
    • lgbtqia@augsburg.edu
    • 612.330.1392
    • LGBTQIA Support Services
      Christensen Center 1B
      Minneapolis, MN 55454

Metropolitan State University

MSU GLBT & Allies Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for MSU students showing activism & leadership in the GLBT community at Metropolitan State University and/or the larger community.
    • 651.793.1544
    • Metropolitan State University
      700 E. Seventh St.
      St. Paul, MN 55106-5000

North Hennepin Community College

NHCC GLBT Scholarship

  • Scholarships of up to $500 for a full or part-time GLBT or a GLBT affiliated student. Volunteer service to GLBT organization/affiliation is required to receive this scholarship.
    • http://www.nhcc.edu/ScholarshipDatabase.aspx
    • scarter@nhcc.edu
    • 763.493.0590

University of Minnesota

UMN GLBT Studies Award

  • Funds scholarships for UMN students who submit papers or projects in one of 5 different subjects.
    • http://www.glbta.umn.edu/schochet/awards/
    • glbt@umn.edu
    • 612.625.0537
    • 138 Klaeber Court
      320 16th Ave, SE
      Minneapolis, MN 55455

University of Minnesota-Duluth

Cruden-Riggs Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for UMD students who have made supportive contributions to LGBT people and issues.
    • http://www.d.umn.edu/mlrc/glbt/first%20glbts%20website/crudenriggsapplication.htm
    • qsu@d.umn.edu
    • 273 Darland Administration Bldg.
      Duluth, MN 55812

Missouri

Statewide

all

Dillenkoffer Endowment Scholarship

  • Funds a four-year scholarship for GLBT students who are residents of Kansas or Missouri, have at least a 2.75 GPA and have made a difference through involvement in community and school activities.
    • http://www.dillenkoffer.org/
    • info@dillenkoffer.org
    • 866.465.2008
    • The Dillenkoffer Endowment
      10109 N. Lane Dr.
      Kansas City, MO 64157-7863

Lisa Wagaman Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT students, or students with LGBT parent, who reside in Missouri or Southwest Central Illinois and are pursuing their education through the post-secondary level as undergraduates and requiring financial assistance.
    • http://www.prideofpeacock.com/scholarship.html
    • info@prideofpeacock.org
    • Lisa Wagaman Scholarship Fund
      PO Box 440201
      Saint Louis, Missouri 63144

Truman State University

Truman State University Foundation Gay and Lesbian Student Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for Truman State University student who has demonstrated leadership or service to the LGBT community.
    • https://secure.truman.edu/isupport-s/masterareas.asp?listArea=6#175
    • 800.452.6678
    • Office of Advancement, McClain Hall 100
      100 E. Normal St.
      Kirksville, MO 63501-4221

Montana

Statewide

all

The Pride Foundation

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon or Washington with a demonstrated commitment to human and civil rights for all people.
    • http://www.pridefoundation.org/scholarships/overview/
    • scholarships@pridefoundation.org
    • 800.735.7287
    • GSBA and Pride Foundation Scholarships
      1122 East Pike Street, PMB #1001
      Seattle, WA 98122

Nebraska

Statewide

all

Jimmy Creech Profile of Justice Scholarship Award

  • Funds scholarships for students who are current members of a United Methodist Church in the Nebraska Annual Conference.
    • http://www.umaffirm.org/cornet/jcschol.html
    • umhe@alltel.net
    • 402.476.0355
    • MFSA Jimmy Creech Profile of Justice Scholarship Fund
      4530 A Street
      Lincoln, NE 68510

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

UNL Louis Crompton Scholarship

  • This scholarship worth $500 is to be given to student who is a member of an LGBTQA Registered Student Organization and/or a LGBTQ/Sexuality Studies minor. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.
    • http://involved.unl.edu/lgbtqa/crompton.php
    • lthomas@nufoundation.org

New Hampshire

Statewide

all

Seacoast Outright Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for Portsmouth, NH area youth who have participated in Seacoast Outright (GLBT advocacy group) programming and are pursuing post-secondary education.
    • http://www.seacoastoutright.org/
    • info@seacoastoutright.org
    • 603.431.1013
    • P.O. Box 842
      Portsmouth, NH 3801

University of New Hampshire

Kidder Fund Award

  • Funds scholarships for UNH student who through scholarship, leadership or other outstanding effort fosters greater understanding concerning sexual orientation and gender identity in the UNH community.
    • http://www.unh.edu/glbt/awards.htm
    • glbt.commission@unh.edu
    • 603.862.1058
    • President's Commission LGBT Issues
      Thompson Hall, Room G-14
      Durham, NH 3824

New Mexico

Statewide

all

PFLAG Santa Fe Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for residents of New Mexico pursing a post-secondary education who have affirmed their LGBT identity and demonstrated integrity, honesty, and commitment to their community.
    • http://www.pflagsantafe.org/scholarship_fund.htm
    • scholarship@pflagsantafe.org
    • 505.660.3288
    • Scholarship Selection Committee, PFLAG Santa Fe
      PO Box 32053
      Santa Fe, NM 87594

New York

City University of New York

CUNY Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies Awards

  • Funds scholarships available to students in the CUNY system.
    • http://web.gc.cuny.edu/clags/awards.shtml
    • clagsmembership@gc.cuny.edu
    • 212.817.1955
    • CLAGS, The Graduate Center / CUNY
      365 Fifth Ave, Room 7115
      New York, NY 10016

Margo Karle Scholarship Fund

  • Provides needs-based funds for woman attending CUNY with demonstrated commitment to social justice.
    • http://www.astraeafoundation.org/grants/grant-applications-and-deadlines/#margotkarlescholarship
    • info@astraeafoundation.org
    • 212.529.8021
    • Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice
      116 E. 16th St, 2nd Floor
      New York, NY 10003

Hofstra University

Hofstra University LGBT Activism Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT or Allied Hofstra student who has a demonstrable record or strong potential in support of LGBT activism.
    • http://www.hofstra.edu/academics/Colleges/HCLAS/LGBT/lgbt_scholarships.html
    • sphler@hofstra.edu
    • 516.463.5955
    • Dr. Larry Russell
      111 Hofstra University
      Hempstead, NY 11549-1110

Hofstra University-School of Law

Hofstra School of Law Fellowship for LGBT Rights

  • Funds scholarships for incoming Hoffstra School of Law students who have shown commitment to advancing the LGBT community.
    • http://law.hofstra.edu/JDAdmissions/FellowshipsAndScholarships/LGBT/
    • lawadmissions@hofstra.edu
    • 516.463.5916
    • Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management
      121 Hofstra University, Ste. 250
      Hempstead, NY 11549-1210

North Carolina

Statewide

all

Neil and Tim Griffin Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for Charlotte-area LGBT students.
    • http://www.timeoutyouth.org/?page_id=23
    • info@timeoutyouth.org
    • 704.344.8335
    • 1900 The Plaza
      Charlotte, NC 28205

Salisbury/Rowan PFLAG Scholarship Program

  • Funds scholarship for current high school senior from the Salisbury/Rowan area who either identifies as GLBT or demonstrates an interest in service to and/or support of the GLBT community and will enroll in an institute of higher education.
    • http://www.salisbury-pflag.org/index2/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=32&Itemid=5
    • dbasinger@carolina.rr.com
    • 704.279.5427
    • Attn: Scholarships Program Administrator
      P.O. Box 5207
      Salisbury, NC 28147-0088

Duke University

Carolinas Gay & Lesbian Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for gay or lesbian residents of North or South Carolina who attends Duke University and is involved in the community.
    • http://lgbt.studentaffairs.duke.edu/programs_services/programs/Scholarship/index.html
    • janie.long@duke.edu
    • 919.684.6607
    • Duke U. Center for LGBT Life
      02 West Union Building, Box 90958
      Durham, NC 27708

North Carolina State University

NCSU Orlando Ware Memorial Scholarship

  • This needs-based $1,000 scholarship will be given to someone who is an activist for the GLBT community and is enrolled in the NC State College of Management's degree programs in accounting.
    • http://www.mgt.ncsu.edu/index-exp.php/news/article/diversity-scholarship-nc-state-college-of-management-accounting-studen/

University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill

Pine Tree Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for UNC Chapel Hill student who self-identifies as gay/lesbian or is interested in persuing gay/lesbian studies.
    • http://studentaid.unc.edu/studentaid/links/ssa_resource_center.html
    • aidinfo@unc.edu
    • 919.962.8369
    • UNC Chapel Hill
      P.O. Box 1080
      Chapel Hill, NC 27514-1080

University of North Carolina-Wilmington

Boseman-TenHuisen Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for UNCW students who are members of B-GLAD.
    • http://www.uncw.edu/pls/undergrad-scholarships.htm
    • 601 South College Rd.
      Wilmington, NC 28403

Ohio

Statewide

all

Howard T. Short and Burdette Augsburger Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for students who have contributed to the GLBT community through strong personal character, leadership and service and pursuing a post-secondary education at a central Ohio (Franklin and contiguous counties) college or university or Wilmington College in Wilmington, Ohio.
    • http://thelegacyfund.org/youth/scholarship/
    • dhigginbotham@columbusfoundation.org
    • 614.251.4000

PFLAG Dayton Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for GLBT student or ally who is a resident of or attending school in the Miami Valley.
    • http://www.pflagdayton.org/
    • daytonpflag@yahoo.com
    • 937.640.3333
    • P.O. Box 3721
      Dayton, OH 45401

PFLAG of Greater Cincinnati Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for a student who is a resident of or attending college in the greater Cincinnati area.
    • http://www.pflagcinci.org/Scholarship/Scholarship.html
    • scholarship@pflagcinci.org
    • 513.284.6485
    • PFLAG/Cincinnati Chapter
      P.O. Box 19634
      Cincinnati, OH 45219-0634

PFLAG The Liz Rochester Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds $250 scholarship for advancing the postsecondary aspiration of LGBT students.
    • http://www.sanduskypflag.org/scholarship_application.htm
    • info@sanduskypflag.org
    • 419.433.6755
    • Sandusky Chapter PFLAG
      P.O. Box 143
      Sandusky, OH 44871

William R. Johnson Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT United Church of Christ seminarians.
    • http://www.ucc.org/ministers/ucc-scholarships-for.html
    • scholars@ucc.org
    • 216.736.3849
    • 700 Prospect Ave E
      Cleveland, OH 44115-1100

Capital University Law School

Ackerman-Gemette Scholarship

  • The Ackerman-Gemette Scholarship provides financial assistance to law students interested in advancing the civil rights of LGBT Americans.
    • https://culsnet.law.capital.edu/financialaid/ackerman-gemettedescrip.asp
    • jstrick@law.capital.edu
    • 614.236.6601
    • Capital University Law School
      303 East Broad Street
      Columbus, OH 43215

Ohio State University

DISCO Interdisciplinary Minors Scholarship

  • The Diversity and Identity Studies Collective at OSU (DISCO) offers several scholarships to support students who are enrolled in any of the DISCO interdisciplinary minors, including the Sexuality Studies minor. Approximately five scholarships of $500 each will be awarded.
    • http://disco.osu.edu/scholarships
    • moddelmog.1@osu.edu

Mark Moffett Jr. Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for OSU student who has made contributions to the LGBT community through leadership, service, and volunteering and is majoring in music.
    • http://www.osuglbt.org/scholarships.html
    • miner.10@osu.edu
    • 614.292.5777
    • Scarlet and Gay, c/o OSU GLBT Alumni Society
      PO Box 2012
      Columbus, OH 43216-2012

Ohio State University GLBT Alumni Society

  • Funds scholarships, some needs-based, for current OSU undergrad students.
    • http://www.osuglbt.org/scholarship.html
    • miner.10@osu.edu
    • 614.292.5777
    • Scarlet and Gay, c/o OSU GLBT Alumni Society
      PO Box 2012
      Columbus, OH 43216-2012

OSU Sexuality Studies Essay Competition

  • The Sexuality Studies Scholarship Essay Competition is open to undergraduate students who are pursuing the Sexuality Studies Minor, with preference given to those who identify as LGBT. The award is $250 or more, to be applied toward tuition and fees.
    • http://sexualitystudies.osu.edu/scholarships/
    • blackburn.99@osu.edu
    • 614.247.3100

The Eric Kohring - PFLAG Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for OSU student who has made contributions to the LGBT community through leadership, service, volunteering or research.
    • http://www.osuglbt.org/scholarships.html
    • miner.10@osu.edu
    • 614.292.5777
    • Scarlet and Gay, c/o OSU GLBT Alumni Society
      PO Box 2012
      Columbus, OH 43216-2012

University of Akron

Harold Sylvester Memorial/Akron PFLAG Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships to students participating in University of Akron organizations for GLBT students. Selection is based on academic achievement and financial need.
    • http://www.uakron.edu/development/ef3f.php
    • 330.972.7238
    • Department of Development
      Martin University Center
      Akron, OH 44325-2603

Oklahoma

Statewide

all

PFLAG Norman Scholarship

  • The PFLAG Norman Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship presented to an outstanding Norman Public School graduating senior who is an active participant of a Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) and whose goal it is to attend college or another educational institution.
    • http://www.pflagnorman.org/education.html
    • help@pflagnorman.org
    • 405.360.4497
    • PFLAG Norman Scholarship, Selection Committee
      P.O. Box 721692
      Norman, OK 73070

Oregon

Statewide

all

Armistead Maupin Creative Writing Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for residents of Oregon, Washington or Idaho who have authored material based in large part on GLBT themes, regardless of the applicant's sexual orientation or gender identity, and are pursuing a liberal arts education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Audria M. Edwards Scholarship Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for undergrad who is GLBT or the child of GLBT parents and is a resident of Oregon or southwest Washington.
    • http://www.peacockinthepark.org/scholarship/Default.aspx
    • info@peacockinthepark.com
    • P.O. Box 8854
      Portland, OR 97207-8854

Gregori Jakovina Scholarship

  • Funds a needs-based scholarship for students pursuing an education in the arts who are GLBT and/or children of GLBT parents and residents of Oregon or Clark County, Washington.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Just Out Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarship for a GLBT student or the child of a GLBT parent who is a resident of either Oregon or southwest Washington and is pursuing education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Kaiser Permanente Northwest Pride Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for a GLBT student or the child of a GLBT parent who is a resident of either northwest Oregon or southwest Washington and is pursuing a healthcare related educational program beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation, Attn: KPNW Pride Fund
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Nike Youth Career Forum Scholarship Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for GLBT or Allied students who are Oregon or southwest Washington residents, participated in a secondary school's Gay-Straight Alliance and are pursuing education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Orchard-Hoyman Scholarship Fund

  • Funds a needs-based scholarship for a GLBT student aged 20 or younger who is a resident of Lane County, Oregon and is pursuing a post-secondary education.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Portland Area Business Association Scholarship

  • Funds a needs-based scholarship for a GLBT student or the child of a GLBT parent who is a resident of either Oregon or Clark County, Washington and is pursuing education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Pride of the Rose Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for GLBT students or children of GLBT parents who reside in the Quad-county area of Portland, OR and Clark County, WA.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

The Pride Foundation

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon or Washington with a demonstrated commitment to human and civil rights for all people.
    • http://www.pridefoundation.org/scholarships/overview/
    • scholarships@pridefoundation.org
    • 800.735.7287
    • GSBA and Pride Foundation Scholarships
      1122 East Pike Street, PMB #1001
      Seattle, WA 98122

Pennsylvania

Statewide

all

House of Blahnik Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT individuals of color who participate in the ballroom/house community and are enrolled or plan to attend an accredited institution of higher learning.
    • http://www.houseofblahnik.org/
    • info@houseofblahnik.com
    • Attention: HOB Scholarship Fund
      2939 Turner Street
      Philadelphia, PA 19121

Lambda Foundation Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for undergrad or grad student attending college in one of 14 Pennsylvania or 6 West Virginia counties.
    • http://www.lambda-pgh.org/scholarships.html
    • lambdapgh@mail.com
    • 412.521.5444
    • P.O. Box 5169
      Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Lax Scholarship Fund for Gay Men

  • Funds scholarships for gay men who reside in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery or Philadelphia counties or are attending a school within those counties.
    • http://www.breadrosesfund.org/index.cfm?organization_id=75&section_id=1102&page_id=4519
    • lax@breadrosesfund.org
    • 215.731.1107
    • Bread & Roses Community Fund
      1500 Walnut St., Suite 1305
      Philadelphia, PA 19102

OutFront Keeping the Promise Scholarship

  • Funds a scholarship for transgender students who are Philadelphia residents either attending an accredited college/university or an approved trade/technical school located in the city of Philadelphia.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • info@dvlf.org
    • 215.563.6417
    • Delaware Valley Legacy Fund
      1234 Market Street, Suite 1800
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

Pride GLV Rainbow Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for GLBTI and allied students attending an accredited institution who reside in one of 9 PA counties.
    • http://www.prideglv.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=19&Itemid=141
    • rainbowscholarship@prideglv.org
    • 610.770.6200
    • The Rainbow Scholarship, C/O PRIDE-GLV
      1101 West Hamilton Street
      Allentown, PA 18101

Drexel University

Sean Halpin Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT-identified students who attend a Philadelphia area law school. Applicants must hold full-time status in their second or third year.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • pmonastero@philafound.org
    • 215.563.6417
    • Delaware Valley Legacy Fund
      1234 Market Street, Suite 1800
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

Pennsylvania State University

Barry H. Marshal Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for students enrolled or planning to enroll at PSU who advocate for or contribute to the LGBT community.
    • http://www.sa.psu.edu/lgbt/b_m_scholarship.shtml
    • lgbta@psu.edu
    • 805.863.1248
    • Penn State LGBTA Resource Center
      101 Boucke Building
      University Park, PA 16802

Bruce Miller and Dean LaVigne Trustee Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarship for students enrolled or planning to enroll at PSU who have demonstrated an interest in advocating for or contributing to the LGBT community.
    • http://www.sa.psu.edu/lgbt/m_l_scholarship.shtml
    • lgbta@psu.edu
    • 805.863.1248
    • Penn State LGBTA Resource Center
      101 Boucke Building
      University Park, PA 16802

PSU Lambda Alumni Outstanding Student Award

  • Funds scholarship to honor and recognize contributions to the LGBT community by PSU undergraduate or graduate student.
    • http://www.sa.psu.edu/lgbt/lambda_award.shtml
    • lgbta@psu.edu
    • 805.863.1248
    • Penn State LGBTA Resource Center
      101 Boucke Building
      University Park, PA 16802

Rutgers University-Camden

Sean Halpin Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT-identified students who attend a Philadelphia area law school. Applicants must hold full-time status in their second or third year.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • pmonastero@philafound.org
    • 215.563.6417
    • Delaware Valley Legacy Fund
      1234 Market Street, Suite 1800
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

Temple University

Sean Halpin Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT-identified students who attend a Philadelphia area law school. Applicants must hold full-time status in their second or third year.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • pmonastero@philafound.org
    • 215.563.6417
    • Delaware Valley Legacy Fund
      1234 Market Street, Suite 1800
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

University of Pennsylvania

Sean Halpin Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT-identified students who attend a Philadelphia area law school. Applicants must hold full-time status in their second or third year.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • pmonastero@philafound.org
    • 215.563.6417
    • Delaware Valley Legacy Fund
      1234 Market Street, Suite 1800
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

University of the Arts

UArts Justin Eng Scholarship

  • Funds $2500 scholarship for students at the University of the Arts pursuing a degree in music performance, music education, theatre arts, or jazz studies who support the LGBTI community.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • ablack@uarts.edu
    • 215.717.6137
    • Amanda Black, U of Arts Advancement Office - Hamilton Hall
      320 S. Broad St.
      Philadelphia, PA 19104

UArts Robert Posner Scholarship

  • Funds $1500 scholarship for students who major in the visual arts or plan to pursue a career in the visual arts and support the LGBTI community.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • mark@specialty-usa.com
    • 267.847.2673
    • 1234 Market Street, Suite 1800
      DVLF - Robert Posner Scholarship
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

Villanova University

Sean Halpin Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT-identified students who attend a Philadelphia area law school. Applicants must hold full-time status in their second or third year.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • pmonastero@philafound.org
    • 215.563.6417
    • Delaware Valley Legacy Fund
      1234 Market Street, Suite 1800
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

Widener University

Sean Halpin Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for LGBT-identified students who attend a Philadelphia area law school. Applicants must hold full-time status in their second or third year.
    • http://www.dvlf.org/newsite/content.cfm?PageID=22
    • pmonastero@philafound.org
    • 215.563.6417
    • Delaware Valley Legacy Fund
      1234 Market Street, Suite 1800
      Philadelphia, PA 19107

South Carolina

Duke University

Carolinas Gay & Lesbian Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for gay or lesbian residents of North or South Carolina who attends Duke University and is involved in the community.
    • http://lgbt.studentaffairs.duke.edu/programs_services/programs/Scholarship/index.html
    • janie.long@duke.edu
    • 919.684.6607
    • Duke U. Center for LGBT Life
      02 West Union Building, Box 90958
      Durham, NC 27708

Tennessee

Statewide

all

Wood Scholarship Endowment for the Arts

  • Funds scholarship for a student pursuing higher education in music or the arts who has been a client of One-in-Teen.
    • http://www.one-in-teen.org/programs.htm
    • info@one-in-teen.org
    • 615.321.7288
    • One-in-Teen
      P.O. Box 40886
      Nashville, TN 37204

Texas

Statewide

all

John Lawrence and Tyrone Garner Scholarship Fund of the Houston GLBT Community Center

  • The scholarship recognizes outstanding leadership shown by Texas GLBT high school seniors and current Texas undergraduates by contributing to the cost of their continuing education. Selection is based upon character and need, not academic performance alone.
    • http://www.houstonglbtcommunitycenter.org/programs/scholarship/
    • treasurer@houstonglbtcommunitycenter.org

Peggy Rudd Transgender Scholarship Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarship to recognize outstanding transgender students and to contribute toward their continuing education.
    • http://www.htuc.org/scholarships.htm
    • contact@htuc.org
    • Transgender Scholarship Fund, c/o Houston Transgender Unity Committee (HTUC)
      P. O. BOX 542287
      Houston, TX 77254-2287

PFLAG/HATCH Youth Scholarship Foundation

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for GLBT Houston area students.
    • http://www.physf.org/
    • info@physf.org
    • 832.215.8548
    • PHYSF
      P.O. Box 667010
      Houston, TX 77266-7010

The LULAC 4871 Jesús Chaírez Scholarship

  • Grants a $1000 scholarship to LGBT or ally high school seniors and college/university freshmen currently enrolled at an accredited high school, college, or university in the North Texas area.
    • http://www.lulac4871.org/Scholarship.html
    • lulac4871@aol.com
    • LULAC 4871 – The Dallas Rainbow Council c/o Jesús Chaírez Scholarship Committee
      P.O. Box 192336
      Dallas, Texas 75219

Rice University

Rice Gay & Lesbian Alumni Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for undergrad or grad student at Rice who has served the gay and lesbian community at Rice and the larger Houston community.
    • http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~stact/galascholarship.htm
    • pangel@rice.edu
    • 713.348.5115
    • Office of Student Activities - MS-527 PO Box 1892
      Rice University
      Houston, TX 77251

San Antonio College

GALA John D. Garon Memorial Scholarship

  • Funds two scholarships for future students who are proactive in the LGBT community and are looking for assistance in higher education.
    • http://galaofsac.webs.com/scholarships.htm
    • galaofsac@gmail.com
    • 210.486.0673
    • 1300 San Pedro Avenue
      San Antonio, Texas 78212-4299

Gilverto Bundrant Scholorship

  • This scholarship was created in the respect and memory of Gilverto Bundrant who died from HIV/AIDS. This scholarship is open to members who participate in the Gay and Lesbian Association and show great dedication in Generosity, Activism, Leadership and Academics.
    • ajohnson235@mail.accd.edu
    • 210.733.2483
    • 1300 San Pedro Avenue
      San Antonio, TX 78212-4299

University of North Texas

GLBTA Scholarship in Honor of Mary Finley and Dan Emenheiser

  • Funds scholarships for LGBTA UNT students who have demonstrated interest in promoting diversity.
    • http://ally.unt.edu/content/glbta-scholarship
    • ally@unt.edu
    • 940.565.2456
    • University of North Texas, Division of Equity and Diversity
      Administration Building 175, P.O. Box 310397
      Denton, TX 76203

Utah

Utah State University

USU Scholarship for LGBT Students

  • Funds scholarships for full-time undergrad or grad USU students who are LGBT or supportive and actively engaged in service to the LGBT community.
    • http://www.usu.edu/glbta/
    • sbenanti76@yahoo.com
    • 435.797.4297
    • GLBTA Services
      0175 Old Main Hill
      Logan, UT 84321-0175

Weber State University

WSU Matthew Shepard Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarship for WSU student (sophomore or beyond) who openly supports GLB individuals.
    • http://organizations.weber.edu/matthewshepard/
    • 801.626.6345
    • Weber State University
      4018 University Circle
      Ogden, UT 84408-4018

Vermont

Statewide

all

Samara Foundation Scholarships

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Vermont who demonstrate a dedication to the interests of the GLBTQ community.
    • http://www.samarafoundation.org/programs_sub02a.html
    • info@samarafoundation.org
    • 802.860.6236
    • VSAC Scholarship Programs
      10 E. Allen Street P.O. Box 2000
      Winooski, VT 5404

Virginia

Statewide

all

Arlington Gay & Lesbian Alliance Scholarship Funds

  • Funds scholarships for Arlington, VA public high school seniors who are active in their school's gay/straight alliance.
    • http://www.agla.org/scholarship.html
    • info@agla.org
    • Arlington Community Foundation
      P.O. Box 100324
      Arlington, VA 22210

Hampton Roads Pride Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for LGBT students entering higher education who have demonstrated service and commitment towards the LGBT community.
    • http://hamptonroadspride.net/scholarship_fund.shtml
    • president@hamptonroadspride.net
    • 757.624.6886
    • Hampton Roads Pride
      P.O. Box 1064
      Chesapeake, VA 23327

Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for a self-identified LGBT student-athlete who has made a contribution to the sport(s) he or she is a part of and enhanced the perception of the LGBT community.
    • http://www.teamdc.org/scholarship.html
    • scholarship@teamdc.org
    • Attn: Student-Athlete Scholarship Committee
      P.O. Box 53051
      Washington, DC 20009

Wanda Alston and Christopher Salazar Scholarships

  • Open to all people at any educational level and under the age of 25. Eligibility is restricted to those residing in the District of Columbia Metropolitan area.
    • http://youthpridedc.org/scholarship.html
    • 202.387.4141
    • Youth Pride Alliance
      P.O. Box 33161
      Washington, DC 20009

Washington

Statewide

all

Armistead Maupin Creative Writing Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for residents of Oregon, Washington or Idaho who have authored material based in large part on GLBT themes, regardless of the applicant's sexual orientation or gender identity, and are pursuing a liberal arts education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Audria M. Edwards Scholarship Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for undergrad who is GLBT or the child of GLBT parents and is a resident of Oregon or southwest Washington.
    • http://www.peacockinthepark.org/scholarship/Default.aspx
    • info@peacockinthepark.com
    • P.O. Box 8854
      Portland, OR 97207-8854

Greater Seattle Business Association Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for LGBTQ and Allied residents of Washington who exhibit leadership potential, demonstrate strong academic abilities, and who are actively involved in school and community organizations.
    • http://thegsbascholarship.org/facts.php
    • april@thegsba.org
    • 206.363.9188
    • Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA)
      400 East Pine Street, Suite 322
      Seattle, WA 98122

Gregori Jakovina Scholarship

  • Funds a needs-based scholarship for students pursuing an education in the arts who are GLBT and/or children of GLBT parents and residents of Oregon or Clark County, Washington.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Just Out Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarship for a GLBT student or the child of a GLBT parent who is a resident of either Oregon or southwest Washington and is pursuing education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Kaiser Permanente Northwest Pride Scholarship

  • Funds scholarship for a GLBT student or the child of a GLBT parent who is a resident of either northwest Oregon or southwest Washington and is pursuing a healthcare related educational program beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation, Attn: KPNW Pride Fund
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Nike Youth Career Forum Scholarship Fund

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for GLBT or Allied students who are Oregon or southwest Washington residents, participated in a secondary school's Gay-Straight Alliance and are pursuing education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Portland Area Business Association Scholarship

  • Funds a needs-based scholarship for a GLBT student or the child of a GLBT parent who is a resident of either Oregon or Clark County, Washington and is pursuing education beyond the secondary level.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

Pride of the Rose Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarships for GLBT students or children of GLBT parents who reside in the Quad-county area of Portland, OR and Clark County, WA.
    • http://www.equityfoundation.org/scholarships.htm
    • info@equityfoundation.org
    • 503.231.5759
    • Equity Foundation
      P.O. Box 5696
      Portland, OR 97228-5696

QLaw Public Interest Summer Grant Program

  • Funds grants to law students seeking summer internships promoting LGBT rights or the rights of persons living with HIV/AIDS. Preference given to those attending law school in or seeking scholarships in Washington State.
    • http://www.q-law.org/Default.aspx?pageId=167804
    • summergrant@q-law.org
    • 206.328.8048
    • Qlaw
      PO Box 1991
      Seattle, WA 98111-1991

The Pride Foundation

  • Funds scholarships for residents of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon or Washington with a demonstrated commitment to human and civil rights for all people.
    • http://www.pridefoundation.org/scholarships/overview/
    • scholarships@pridefoundation.org
    • 800.735.7287
    • GSBA and Pride Foundation Scholarships
      1122 East Pike Street, PMB #1001
      Seattle, WA 98122

Seattle University-School of Law

Seattle University OUTLaws Civil Rights Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships to Seattle University School of Law 1L's, 2L's and applicants for admission who are actively committed to and engaged in public interest law that benefits the LGBT community.
    • http://www.law.seattleu.edu/Office_and_Administration/Student_Financial_Services/Financial_Aid_Programs/Scholarships/Outlaws_Civil_Rights_Scholarship.xml
    • pearsonp@seattleu.edu
    • 206.398.4250
    • 901 12th Avenue
      P.O. Box 222000
      Seattle, WA 98122

University of Puget Sound

Puget Sound LGBT Leadership Scholarship Fund

  • Funds scholarship for a University of Puget Sound student who has demonstrated leadership and involvement in LGBT activities at UPS and in the surrounding community.
    • http://www2.ups.edu/dsa/lgbt/scholarship.htm
    • 253.879.3374
    • WSC 203
      1500 N. Warner #1082
      Tacoma, WA 98416

West Virginia

Statewide

all

Lambda Foundation Scholarship

  • Funds scholarships for undergrad or grad student attending college in one of 14 Pennsylvania or 6 West Virginia counties.
    • http://www.lambda-pgh.org/scholarships.html
    • lambdapgh@mail.com
    • 412.521.5444
    • P.O. Box 5169
      Pittsburgh, PA 15206

West Virginia University

COSO Advocacy Award

  • Funds scholarships for WVU students, faculty or staff who have been or are involved in improving the social climate for GLBT people at WVU.
    • http://www.wvu.edu/~socjust/COSO/projects.htm
    • John.Hagen@mail.wvu.edu
    • West Virginia University Council on Sexual Orientation
      P.O. Box 6111
      Morgantown, WV 26506-6111

Wisconsin

Statewide


GSAFE Youth Scholarship

  • Funds four $1,000 scholarships for Wisconsin high school seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to promoting respect for all, especially in a school setting, with an emphasis on LGBT issues.
    • http://www.gsaforsafeschools.org/students_gsa.html
    • scholarship@gsaforsafeschools.org
    • 608.661.4141
    • GSA for Safe Schools
      301 S. Bedford Street #1
      Madison, WI 53703

University of Wisconsin-Madison

UW-Madison GLBTAC Scholarship

  • Funds needs-based scholarships for undergrad UW-Madison students who demonstrate commitment to the LGBT community.
    • http://www.uwalumni.com/home/chaptersandaffiliates/Affiliates/glbtac/glbtac_homepage.aspx
    • 608.265.9074
    • University of Wisconsin GLBT Alumni Council
      650 N. Lake St.
      Madison, WI 53706-1410

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