Diva of Halo Legacy Scholarship
Jerry Lopez, also known as Coco Chanel, was a beacon of light in her community, passionately advocating for safe spaces for all and for artistic freedom.
She had a vibrant spirit and empowered young queer individuals to feel seen and valued. Everyone who met her felt important. In July 2024, Coco passed away from pancreatic cancer, leaving a hole in the hearts of those who had the pleasure of knowing her.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of Coco by supporting young members of the LGBTQIA+ community as they pursue their educational goals.
Any LGBTQIA+ high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who has volunteering experience and a passion for community and giving back may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us about yourself, your passion, and how your identity as an LGBTQIA+ individual has affected your ambitions.
Please tell us a bit about yourself, your biggest life passion, and how you intend to use the money to carry on Coco's legacy? How has your identity as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community impacted your goals and dreams?
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The application deadline is Dec 15, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jan 15, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jan 15, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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