Scholarship Opportunity

Jean Hopkins Memorial Scholarship

Offered by Niagara Pride, Inc.

Two scholarships for Western New York high school seniors who identify as LGBTQ+ or demonstrate support for the LGBTQ+ community and pursue further education.

Minimum GPA2.5+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Eligibility

  • Be a high school senior with at least a 2.5 GPA or the sponsor's stated B average.
  • Be at least 18, or provide parental consent.
  • Identify as LGBTQ+ or demonstrate support for the LGBTQ+ community; allies are eligible.
  • Reside in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans or Wyoming.
  • Plan full-time fall 2026 study at an accredited college, certificate or vocational/technical/trade program.

Requirements

  • Complete the online form and answer three short essays chosen from the sponsor's ten topics.
  • Email a resume, unofficial transcript including the first semester of 2025–26, and acceptance/enrollment evidence to the scholarship committee.

How to Apply

  1. 1This application round is closed. Requirements below describe the last published cycle; confirm the next sponsor announcement before preparing materials.
  2. 2Review the current sponsor page and linked application.
  3. 3Prepare the online essays and email the supporting documents as instructed.
  4. 4The extended 2026 deadline was June 1, 2026; check for the next cycle.

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