Scholarships For Volunteers And Humanitarian Workers

If you’ve dedicated time to volunteering or humanitarian work, there are several scholarships that reward your service. These scholarships recognize students who have made a positive impact on their communities and the world.

1. The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

• Amount: $1,000 – $5,000
• Eligibility: U.S. students in grades 5-12 with outstanding volunteer service.
• Application: Requires a detailed account of volunteer work.

2. Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

• Amount: $10,000
• Eligibility: Students (ages 8-18) who have led impactful volunteer projects.
• Application: Requires a project description, essay, and letters of recommendation.

3. The Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship

• Amount: Up to $20,000
• Eligibility: Students who have volunteered with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
• Application: Requires documentation of volunteer hours and a personal statement.

4. The Equitable Excellence Scholarship

• Amount: $2,500 – $25,000
• Eligibility: High school seniors with a record of volunteerism and community service.
• Application: Requires an essay about leadership and service.

5. The Bonner Scholars Program

• Amount: Full or partial tuition
• Eligibility: Students with significant financial need who commit to community service in college.
• Application: Requires an application through a participating Bonner school.

6. The Global Good Fund Fellowship

• Amount: $10,000 leadership development grant
• Eligibility: Young professionals making a humanitarian impact.
• Application: Competitive selection based on leadership and social impact.

7. The Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award

• Amount: $500
• Eligibility: Students who have completed at least 50 hours of volunteer work in the past year.
• Application: Requires an essay on volunteer experiences.

8. The Sam Haskell Scholarship for Community Service

• Amount: $1,000 – $5,000
• Eligibility: High school seniors who have demonstrated leadership and service.
• Application: Requires a personal essay and recommendation letters.

9. The Do Something Scholarships

• Amount: Up to $2,500
• Eligibility: Students who complete volunteer campaigns through DoSomething.org.
• Application: Participate in service activities and submit proof.

10. The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

• Amount: Up to $15,000
• Eligibility: Students actively engaged in social justice or humanitarian work.
• Application: Requires an essay, proof of activism, and financial need assessment.