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Moms on the Rise (MoThR) Scholarship: Empowering Young Mothers Through Education

Funded by
$2,000
2 winners, $1,000 each
Open
Application Deadline
May 30, 2025
Winners Announced
Jun 30, 2025
Education Level
High School
Eligibility Requirements
Background:
Teen mom
Education Level:
High school student
State:
Washington or Oregon

Becoming a mom is a life-changing experience, and at a young age, it can bring unique challenges. Less than 2% of teen mothers earn a bachelor's degree by age 30. This scholarship believes that motherhood shouldn't mean giving up on your dreams, and that young moms deserve a strong support system to help them thrive.

This scholarship is more than just financial aid; it's a commitment to supporting ambitious teen mothers on their journey to educational success. Balancing childcare, finances, and education can feel overwhelming. This scholarships hopes to provide a helping hand and empower you to reach your full potential.

This scholarship seeks to support young, teenage mothers so they can further their education and achieve their educational goals. 

Any high school student or recent high school graduate who’s a teen mom may apply for this scholarship if they’re a Washington or Oregon resident. Students residing in these five counties in the Columbia River Gorge in Washington or Oregon: Wasco, Hood River, Klickitat, Sherman, or Gilliam, are highly preferred.

To apply, tell us about your experiences as a teenage mother, the obstacles you've overcome, and your aspirations for the future.


Selection Criteria:

We seek applicants who demonstrate:

Ambition: A strong desire to achieve your educational goals.

Drive: A commitment to persevere despite challenges.

Impact: A vision for how education will positively impact your life and your child's future.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published November 12, 2024
Essay Topic

Describe your experience as a young mother and how it has shaped your aspirations for the future. Reflect on the challenges you have faced, the resilience you have developed, and how this scholarship would support your journey towards achieving your educational goals.






800–1000 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is May 30, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jun 30, 2025.