My Friend Linkin is a non-profit that aims to teach and inspire others about childhood cancer. MFL is dedicated to advancing the education of childhood cancer through the biographies of kids in our My Friend series.
Scholarship Details
- Two scholarships awarded annually
- Award amount: $500 per student
- Total annual award: $1,000
- One award for a student affected by cancer and one for their supporting friend
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be in 3rd grade through senior year of high school
- One student must be currently battling cancer or a survivor
- The second student must be a friend or family member who provided support
- Students must apply together as a pair
- Open to public, private, and homeschool students
Application Process
- Create a joint story (400–800 words) or a 2–4 minute video sharing your friendship and experience.
- Include details such as your names, grade levels, how you met, your experience with cancer, and how you supported each other.
- Explain how you plan to use the scholarship funds.
- Obtain one letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach, mentor, or community leader.
- Submit all materials via email by July 1st.
Since 2017 when Naudia followed Linkin's journey interviewing Linkin, his family, and following him to cancer treatments, MFL has been writing books about different children and through the process of discovery, these books tell us how different every cancer really is. These books humanize the journey of cancer through a children's book written by other children. Children ask the hard questions and those who are fighting the battle are eager to share their story.
