Unleash your quill for The William Shakespeare Scholarship! Ever dreamt of walking the hallowed halls of Verona, or pondered the tempests of the human heart? Here’s your stage to explore identity, love, or conflict through the dramatic lens of the Bard himself. Whether it’s a spirited short story, a profound poem, or a personal essay, weave your narrative with a touch of Elizabethan flair. We’re seeking imaginative souls ready to delve deep into Shakespeare’s themes …
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Possibilities in Tech Scholarship
At LinkedIn, one of our core values is to “Dream big, get things done, and know how to have fun.” The Possibilities in Tech Scholarship supports the big dreams of future talent from backgrounds who have been historically underrepresented in tech. Scholarship recipients will engage in four years of community building, college navigation support, and technical training focused on these four pillars of persistence.
Voyager Scholarship
An increasingly globalized world needs young leaders who can bridge divides and help solve our biggest challenges. The Voyager Scholarship was created by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, Co-Founder and CEO of Airbnb to help shape such leaders. Even though they come from different backgrounds, President Obama and Brian both believe that exposure to new places and experiences generates understanding, empathy, and cooperation which equips the next generation to create meaningful change. We are looking …
Bumble Student Organization Fund
The economic impact of COVID-19 has been devastating to many, and we at Bumble want to do what we can to help student organizations having a tough time raising funds for their cause or community. We’ll be donating $5,000 to 10 student groups that align with Bumble’s values of kindness, respect, equality, inclusivity, courage, accountability, and growth. To apply, head over to Instagram or TikTok and upload a post explaining how your organization embodies those …
Uber Pro ASU Online Partnership
Together, we’re expanding access to flexible work and flexible education Technology has enabled Uber and ASU to connect millions of people to employment and education opportunities. Through our partnership, we’re increasing access to education by offering qualifying drivers or an eligible family member full tuition coverage at ASU. This education reward can be used to pursue an undergraduate degree online at ASU or take CareerCatalyst courses in entrepreneurship or English language learning. Together, Uber and …
PlayStation Career Pathways
PlayStation Career Pathways is a multi-year career readiness program that elevates the next generation of business, creative and technical talent, bridges the opportunity gap, and removes financial barriers to higher education. Pathways Scholars get access to scholarships, mentorships and insider gaming industry expertise.
Target Scholars Program
In 2020, Target formed our Racial Equity Action and Change (REACH) committee to accelerate our work on advancing racial equity and creating lasting, systemic change for our Black guests, team members and communities. Today we’re announcing a new chapter in that strategy — a scholarship program that will support students at more than a dozen Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The Target Scholars Program will provide 1,000 first-year students at more than a dozen …
Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP)
To participate in Starbucks College Achievement Plan (SCAP), Starbucks partners must be benefits eligible, work in the U.S. and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To show gratitude for their service, partners who are U.S. veterans can extend an additonal Starbucks College Achievement Plan benefit to a qualifying family member of their choice. The participating family member will receive the same benefits as our partners in the program. This is a ‘plus-one” …
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The Spotify-UNCF Scholars Program
In spring 2021, when Spotify reaffirmed our commitment to combating racial inequity, we did so with the future in mind. We knew we had to work intentionally and holistically to make a true impact in the ongoing fight against racism and injustice. So when we announced we’d be contributing $10M to support legislation and fund global organizations that are making a difference in the search for racial equity, we aimed to find partners that would …
UNCF x adidas Scholarships
Access to education is a big way to reduce the racial wealth gap and increase access to our industry and the world, with debt and tuition being a major hurdle. By providing need-based scholarships to a range of post-secondary education opportunities, adidas and the United Negro College Fund hope to continue our work removing barriers for underserved communities and youth. This year we’re pledging $3 million through 2025, and here’s how.