The Donald A. Strauss Scholarship provides financial support for college students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to public service and have designed an innovative project to benefit local, national, or international communities. Applicants must submit a comprehensive application that includes a proposal for their public service initiative. The scholarship is designed for undergraduates who are in the top third of their class and will remain enrolled through June.
Scholarship Details
- Award supports students with a passion for public service
- $15,000 scholarship to fund student-led public service projects
- Includes project proposal, budget, timeline, and personal essay
- Two letters of recommendation and optional letter of support from partner organization
- Mandatory meeting and ambassador role required for recipients
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have completed at least one year of college
- Must not graduate before June
- Must have a GPA in the upper one-third of their class
- Must show interest in making a difference through public service
Application Process
- Prepare and save each of the following documents as separate PDFs using the required naming format: Application Summary, Resume, Personal Essay, Project Proposal, Transcript(s), and Signed Acceptance Agreement
- Submit all six documents through the submission portal by the application deadline
- Ensure two Letters of Recommendation and an optional Letter of Support are emailed directly by the letter writers from their official organizational email addresses
- Attend the mandatory recipient meeting if selected and serve as a Strauss Ambassador on your campus
The Donald A. Strauss Scholarship is an incredible opportunity to fund a public service initiative that reflects your passions and values. Through this program, you’ll gain valuable leadership experience while making a tangible impact in your community. Take the next step in your service journey by applying today and joining a network of change-makers committed to meaningful public service.
