Our Programs - Scholarships - Scholarship Funds
Over 50 Scholarships, 1 application to complete
Pride Foundation and GSBA have over 50 different types of scholarships available, but students only need to fill out one application. Many of the scholarships available at Pride Foundation have criteria that are determined by the donor who creates the particular scholarship. For this reason, the scholarships cover a diverse range of educational interests, types of student, and geographic regions. For example, a majority of our awards are for people living in the Pacific Northwest, however, some are even more geographically focused. Some awards specify a certain age group, while others target specific fields of study. Most scholarships are available for straight allied or questioning students as well as student of LGBT parents. All the awards promote leadership and diversity in the sexual minority community. Interested individuals submit one application and the scholarship review committee will determine all the scholarships for which the applicant is eligible.
Current Scholarships
APIQS (Asian and Pacific Islander Queer Sisters) Scholarship for Asian/Pacific Islander lesbians, bisexual females, and transpeople (both MTF and FTM spectrum).
Associates in Behavioral Health Scholarship for LGBTQ students pursuing graduate education in psychology, psychiatry, social work, or psychiatric nursing. Preference given to individuals with demonstrated financial needs and to those entering or already enrolled in an accredited graduate program. Athletic Excellence Scholarship for LGBT individuals who plan to pursue or study athletics through college, or for athletes pursuing national/international excellence in sports through an accredited institution or program. Barbara Bailey Scholarship for lesbians from the state of Washington. Bellevue PFLAG Scholarship for graduating high school seniors currently attending a greater East King County high school. Bill Bendiner and Doug Morgenson Scholarship for students pursuing a career in human services, health sciences or visual arts. Brian M. Day Scholarship for Puget Sound area gay men of color who have significant financial need and demonstrate activism in the gay/lesbian community and their communities of color. Charly Baker and Heath Merriwether Memorial Scholarship for students under the age of 25 who graduated from any West Seattle high school or are studying theater arts. Cole Family Scholarship for Washington residents under age 25 raised by one or more lesbian or gay parent. Compassionate Care Scholarship for students committed to offering compassionate support services to those dealing with illness, death, grief or trauma, especially where violent acts such as suicide must be addressed. Deloris Carter Hampton Scholarship for women of color who have a demonstrated history of activism and/or leadership in the LGBT community and are pursuing a degree in education, women's health, or dance. Dennis Coleman Choral Conducting Scholarship for LGBT students studying choral conducting or music with preference given to those committed to creating social change through music. Derivative Duo Scholarship for residents of Washington studying mental health or human services. Don Renschler Scholarship for Washington residents who are graduate students in the study of mental health. Donald O. Coffman Scholarship for current and future LGBT and straight-ally leaders and role models. Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA) Scholarships for undergraduate Washington residents.
Imperial Sovereign Court of Tacoma Scholarship for residents of Pierce County working to enhance the leadership of the LGBT and straight-ally community. Inland Northwest Business Alliance (INBA) Scholarship for residents of Eastern Washington, Idaho, or Montana. Jacinta McKoy Memorial Scholarship for students from the Black Hills community pursuing education in the healing arts. Jack D. Motteler Scholarship for students in the visual arts. James and Colin Lee Wozumi Scholarship for students who are goal-oriented, HIV positive, and/or focusing on the treatment and/or eradication of HIV. Kathy Spadoni Memorial Scholarship for graduating high school seniors entering a bachelor’s degree program who have demonstrated leadership skills and have a passion for making positive social change. Lee S. Burke Scholarship for current and future LGBT and straight-ally leaders and role models.
McFarffels Scholarship for lesbians with financial need entering a field that promotes social change and/or social justice for women. NASP–TRIO Scholarship for current or former students of NW Association of Special Programs (NASP–TRIO). Obrzut Ling Scholarship for students enrolled or entering a Vocational/Technical program at an accredited learning institution. Patricia Van Kirk Scholarship for lesbians studying theater or visual arts. Paul Arnold Memorial Scholarship for young men and women studying interior, fashion, or graphic design. Phil Sullivan Scholarship for students under the age of 21 who demonstrate significant financial need, with preference to those that have been homeless. Political Leadership Scholarship for students studying law, political science, public policy or public administration with the goal of improving rights for LGBT people. Pride Foundation Community Scholarship for current and future LGBT and straight-ally leaders and role models.
Pride Foundation Regional for residents of areas outside of King County where Pride Foundation is working to enhance the leadership of the LGBT and straight-ally community: Whatcom/Skagit, Kitsap County, Pierce County, Clark County, Black Hills, Inland Northwest, Southern Idaho and Columbia Basin. Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship for candidates intending studies that involve visual arts and design. Richard C. Rolfs Scholarships for Eastern Washington residents, or undergraduate students attending college in Eastern Washington. Robert Browning Scholarship for studies in the health sciences. Rosenberg-Ibarra Scholarship for LGBTIQ students who either graduated from a high school in Idaho or will be attending a college or university within the state of Idaho. Scott Rodriguez Scholarship for students with a background in leadership activities and/or participatory athletics. Social Work Scholarship for gay, lesbian or transgender students enrolled or admitted to a C.S.W.E. accredited bachelors or masters social work degree program or to a doctoral program in social work. Preference given to students of color. Thelma Fisher Dewitty Scholarship for current and future African-American LGBT leaders and role models. Tony DeBlase Scholarship for students entering the fields of sex education, sex therapy, research, or something that furthers the understanding of human sexuality, especially alternative sexuality. True North Land Surveying Scholarship for students pursuing a career in Land Surveying (Geomatics) or majoring in mathematics. Urashi Zen Scholarship for students studying business administration, computer science, or political science. Wells Fargo Scholarship for current and future LGBT and straight-ally leaders and role models.
Whidbey Island Giving Circle Scholarships for current and future LGBT and straight-ally leaders and role models, with preference given to residents of Whidbey Island. You Go Girl! Scholarship for lesbians who have completed their sophomore year of college.
