We are seeking applicants who identify as members of the LGBTQ community. At some point in your high school career, you should have demonstrated a commitment to raising awareness about LGBTQ issues, combating homophobia and/or bullying or educating your community about similar topics. Scholarship Amount = TBD Application Opens: TBD - Check website for updates www.queensofthecastro.com … [Read more...]
LGBTQ+ Student Scholarship from Study.com
A $500 academic award is being offered to any LGBTQ+ student who is pursuing their undergraduate college degree through the LGBTQ+ Student Scholarship from Study.com. Study.com’s mission is to make education accessible, and we hope to make earning a college degree more accessible through this scholarship. Scholarship Amount: $500 Application Deadline: May 1, 2023 View more scholarships at study.com … [Read more...]
Traub-Dicker Rainbow Scholarship
The Traub-Dicker Rainbow Scholarship was established by Peggy Traub and Phyllis Dicker to encourage and support lesbians in their pursuit of higher education. This program provides one-year scholarships of $4,000 to several students graduating high school or already enrolled in college in any year of study, including graduate school. Scholarships are paid directly to the recipient’s school and are applied toward tuition. Scholarship Amount = $4,000 Application Opens: Spring 2023 www.stonewallfoundation.org/scholarships … [Read more...]
Point Foundation Scholarship
Flagship Scholarship Flagship scholarship recipients receive financial support, access to multiple leadership development programs, mentorship or coaching, and the support of a community of scholars and alumni. Deadline to Apply: December 7, 2022 Scholarship Amount: Varies Application & More Details: pointfoundation.org/scholarships/flagship Community College Scholarship The Point Foundation Community College Scholarship empowers LGBTQ community college students to fulfill their ambitions in college. Whether you are … [Read more...]
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative awards scholarships to honor and encourage California students for their service to the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. Scholarship Amount = $6,000 Deadline to Apply: January 31st, 2023 www.equalityscholarship.org Local eQuality Scholarship Recipients Over the Years 2022: Reyes Morales Warne (he), San Lorenzo Valley High School Lucia Umeki-Martínez (they), Watsonville High School Troy Alansalon (he/they), Marina High School 2021: Laurel Bowen (she/they), Pacific … [Read more...]
Pajaro Valley Pride Scholarship
Each year, Pajaro Valley Pride awards a scholarship(s) to a student or students based on their academic successes and those who have been highly active in social justice issues either on campus or in the general community. Scholarship Amount: Varies Year to Year (past awardees have received $1,000 - $1,500) Application Opens: TBD (see website for updates, estimated Winter/Spring 2023) pajarovalleypride.orgLearn about the past recipients here … [Read more...]
LGBTQ+ Youth Scholarships
Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County16 Different Scholarships are Available for Santa Cruz County high school students! The descriptions on the Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County website provide a summary of the eligibility qualifications established by the generous donors who have provided the award opportunities. Scholarships range in award amount and include both one-time awards and renewable awards. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year. Scholarship Amount = Varies (Range $1,000 - $5,000 … [Read more...]
QYLA Nominations
Queer Youth Leadership Awards (QYLA) The Queer Youth Leadership Award is given annually to queer youth who are 8 to 18 years of age to acknowledge their accomplishments and the contributions they have made to their communities, whether this be in their homes, schools, religious institutions, athletic or academic teams, or other social groups. Four awardees will receive a cash award of $250, as well as the opportunity to designate a queer youth–friendly project or nonprofit organization in their community to receive a $500 … [Read more...]
“Patrick Haggerty, trailblazing gay country star, dies at 78”
"Haggerty wrote “Lavender Country” as a statement to the music industry – he’d refuse to bend to the heteronormative standards of the times, and he certainly wouldn’t attempt to mask his queerness. “Lavender Country” was a protest record. He assumed it would be his last." - CNN … [Read more...]
“GLAAD Remembers ‘Class Act’ Leslie Jordan After Passing: ‘He Was A Loyal Friend To Many LGBTQ Organizations’ “
"Leslie Jordan was a multi-talented entertainer who charmed audiences for decades with heartfelt characters on-screen and passionate LGBTQ advocacy off-screen. Jordan also became one of today's most unexpected social media stars, and we will deeply miss the many laughs and messages of positivity he shared with his millions of followers," said Sarah Kate Ellis, President & CEO, GLAAD. … [Read more...]