The EEqual Scholarship Awards Program is designed to highlight the incredible potential of young people in the United States who are struggling with homelessness, housing instability, or extreme poverty. This scholarship covers eligible educational expenses, up to $8,000. This can be used for any type of higher education, including but not limited to community college classes, trade school/trade certifications, bachelor’s degrees and so on. Students are eligible to apply if they are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity as defined under the McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program (MV) students in extreme poverty; or students whose family is currently going through a transition) to attain post-secondary education.
EEqual is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our organization and programs. We understand we, as humans, do not all come from level playing fields—but all students who meet our eligibility standards are welcome to apply and will have an equal opportunity to be considered.
The application opens in November 2023.