Scholarships Turning Hardship Into Hope
Joyful Ventures Scholarship Program
At Joyful Ventures, we understand the profound, long-term impact of losing a parent. Our organization was born out of personal loss and a refusal to let grief have the final word. Today, we are proud to extend that mission of joy and stability to the next generation through our dedicated scholarship program.
We provide financial assistance and community encouragement to resilient students who have experienced the ultimate hardship of losing a parent. Whether you are heading to a four-year university or pursuing a vocational trade school, we want to help fuel your future.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must have experienced the death of a parent or parental guardian before graduating from high school.
Eligible applicants are either graduating high school seniors or students currently enrolled in an eligible college, university, trade school, or vocational program within five years of high school graduation.
- High School Seniors graduating from a local high school.
- Recent High School Graduates enrolled or planning to enroll in post-secondary education.
- Loss of a Parent: Applicants must have experienced the loss of a mother, father, or legal guardian.
- Four-year Universities & Colleges.
- Two-year Community Colleges.
- Vocational & Technical Trade Schools.
Scholarship recipients will be selected based on:
- Personal resilience and perseverance
- Clarity of educational and career goals
- Demonstrated character and responsibility
- Academic effort and commitment
- Quality and sincerity of the personal statement
- Financial need may be considered but is not required unless stated otherwise.
Application Timeline
Scholarship Award Details
- Award amount: $1000
- Number of recipients: 2
- Funds may be used for:
- Tuition and fees
- Books and supplies
- Educational materials related to the approved program
