Family Fellowship Scholarship

The Prestigious Scholarship Committed to Advancing Foster Youth into Higher Education Through Family-Like Support

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Final Deadline: May 9, 2025

The Prestigious Scholarship Committed to Advancing Foster Youth into Higher Education Through Family-Like Support

The Family Fellowship Scholarship offers recipients up to $60,000 in academic funding to address the financial challenges foster youth face when pursuing a four-year college degree.

Beyond the financial support, this scholarship adopts a holistic approach, supporting the personal, emotional, and social well-being of our scholars.

This experience is enriched by connecting our scholars with their peers and creating a family-like environment where youth feel loved, valued, and supported.

Are you ready to join this transformative experience?

What the Trade Scholarship Offers

Scholarship Eligibility & Requirements

Applicants for the Trade Scholarship must:

Applicants must be 17 to 24 of age
Applicants must hold United States citizenship
Applicants must be accepted into an accredited public or nonprofit college in pursuit of an undergraduate bachelor’s degree with the intent to enroll on a full-time basis
Applicants must have completed high school or obtained a GED.
Applicants must have experienced foster care under these circumstances:
- Lived in public or private foster care for the twelve consecutive months leading up to and including the applicant’s eighteenth birthday
- Was adopted or placed into legal guardianship from foster care after the applicant’s thirteenth birthday
- Was orphaned for at least one year at the time of the applicant’s eighteenth birthday.

How To Apply

Step 1. Gather the Documents Needed to Apply

Candidates must submit key documents to complete the application. Begin by gathering the necessary documents you will need for your application.

Provide proof of foster care
Dependency letter from the child welfare agency or court documents detailing your foster care placement.
Proof of Enrollment into Trade Program
Current class schedule, transcript, or proof of enrollment letter.
Most Recent Transcript
High School or College Transcript, whichever is most recent.
Professional Headshot
A photograph to best represent you.
Reflection Statement
1-3 page essay answering the prompt.

Step 2. Complete the Online Application

The online application asks for basic demographic and academic information to verify eligibility.

Step 3. Submit your Verification Documents

Only completed applications will be reviewed. Please provide the following documents to complete your application. To submit your documents, please review your email to find your dedicated upload link.

Provide proof of foster care
Proof of Enrollment into Trade Program
Most Recent Transcript
Professional Headshot
Reflection Statement

Step 4. Monitor Your Email & Reach Out for Help

Stay updated on your application status with follow-up emails from the Foster Love scholarship team. Use the Contact Us button to schedule a call with our amazing scholarship team. We will answer all questions within 2 business days.

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What the Trade Scholarship Offers

These FAQ answers some of the common questions regarding the application, selection, and admissions process. Click here for more FAQ. Please visit our contact us page for additional information.

How do I apply?

Complete the steps outlined above. The American Industries Trade Scholarship will open in February and will remain open until all scholarship slots are filled.

When does the scholarship close?

The scholarship will close as soon as all 10 scholars are selected for the year.

What is the GPA requirement for this scholarship?

This scholarship does not have academic requirements to apply, however, the scholarship selection committee will take into consideration students that have performed exceptionally well in high school and/or college. If you struggled academically throughout high school or college, you may use the application to address your challenges and how you plan to overcome them.

What if I don't know my foster care status or do not have the appropriate documentation?

Each applicant is responsible for securing the necessary paperwork to complete the application. You can start by contacting your social worker’s office and requesting proof of foster care. Applicants can ask their guardian or foster family. Applicants can contact their county social services office or state child welfare offices or the state ombudsman office to secure documentation. There are no exceptions for applicants that were never in foster care.

How much is the scholarship worth?

Recipients are awarded up to $10,000 in scholarship funding available for up to two years or until the recipient has completed their trade certification program, whichever occurs first.

Can I apply if I was never in foster care?

This scholarship is solely reserved for individuals who experienced foster care in the United States. No exceptions will be made.

I am applying for grad school, master's program, law school, or Ph. D. program, can I apply?

This scholarship is reserved solely for undergraduate college foster care students who are enrolled in a trade/vocational program. No exceptions will be made.