Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship

Name: Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (check the official website for specific award details)

Information And Eligibility:
The Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship was established in 2003 to honor Patsy Mink’s lifelong commitment to educational access, opportunity, and equity for low-income women, especially mothers. The scholarship supports women pursuing their first postsecondary degree, providing financial assistance to help overcome barriers to higher education and create opportunities for economic stability and personal growth.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a woman, at least 17 years of age.
• Must be a mother with minor children.
• Must be pursuing a first degree at a postsecondary level of education (e.g., vocational, associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral).
• The degree program must advance the candidate’s level of education (e.g., bachelor’s after associate’s or master’s after bachelor’s).
• Must be pursuing a degree/credential at an institution that:
  • Does not discriminate based on sex/gender, LGBTQ+ status, race/ethnicity, religion, disability, or immigration status.
  • Is accredited and not-for-profit, based in the U.S.
• Must be enrolled full-time for the academic year.
• Must meet low-income eligibility criteria:
  • Family of 2: Annual income less than $20,000.
  • Family of 3: Annual income less than $25,000.
  • Family of 4: Annual income less than $30,000.

Application Process:

• The application period closes August 1.
• Applicants are encouraged to review eligibility criteria and gather necessary documentation ahead of the next application cycle.

Additional Details:

• The Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation is committed to supporting educational access and equity for women and children, focusing on breaking cycles of poverty and creating opportunities for future success.
• Recipients of the scholarship are selected based on their alignment with the Foundation’s mission and their demonstrated financial need.
• The scholarship is designed to assist with educational expenses such as tuition, books, childcare, and other related costs.

Deadline: The application period closes on August 1.

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