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Caring Futures Scholarship

Funded by
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Aug 31, 2024
Winners Announced
Oct 1, 2024
Education Level
Undergraduate, Graduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate or graduate student
Field of Study:
Social work

The Caring Futures Scholarship is to recognize Deanna Cummins contribution to others. Deanna has been a career social worker since graduating Indiana University in 1990. Serving as a grant manager for a 9 year period, before becoming an at risk counselor for troubled youth in public education. Deanna has always put the needs of others before herself.

This scholarship seeks to lower the financial burden of higher education so all students, regardless of their background, can achieve their goals.

Any undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing an education and career in social work may apply for this scholarship.

To apply, tell us about something in your life that sparked your passion for social work, the impact you hope to make, how this scholarship would help you, and what groups or issues you hope to impact with your career.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Passion
Published May 30, 2024
Essay Topic

Tell us about something in your life that sparked your passion for social work, the impact you hope to make, how this scholarship would help you, and what groups or issues you hope to impact with your career

400–600 words

Winning Application

Nicole Chavez
The University of Texas at El PasoEl Paso, TX

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Aug 31, 2024. Winners will be announced on Oct 1, 2024.