The Hope Through Learning Award is a $2,500 award available to youth aged 24 and under residing in Allegheny County who are experiencing or have experienced homelessness during their school attendance years, and who are going on to a higher education or career training program for the first time. Homelessness is defined as lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate night-time residence, and includes students living in a shelter, car, motel, doubled-up situation, or places not meant for human habitation.
Scholarship Details
- $2,500 award to be used for tuition, school supplies, or living expenses
- Supports first-time enrollment in a college, university, vocational, or career training program
- Covers expenses such as books, computers, transportation, child care, or housing
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have experienced homelessness during school years, as defined by lacking fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence
- Currently reside in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
- Be 24 years of age or younger
- Accepted into a post-secondary education or career training program for the first time
- Be a high school graduate, GED recipient, or expected to graduate by the end of the current school year
Application Process
- Confirm eligibility based on age, residence, educational status, and experience with homelessness
- Obtain acceptance into a qualifying education or training program beginning before the end of the current year
- Prepare any required documentation or proof of educational program enrollment
- Submit the completed application form with any requested supporting materials by the deadline provided by the awarding organization
Recipients can use their award for tuition, school-related expenses such as books or a computer, or living expenses, such as transportation, child care, or housing.
