The Live Más Scholarship empowers students who are passionate about making a difference in their communities and beyond. This scholarship program by the Taco Bell Foundation supports students at every stage of their journey, helping them channel their passion into transformative change. Since 1992, the Taco Bell Foundation has awarded more than $110 million in Live Más Scholarships and grants to youth-serving nonprofit organizations focused on education and career readiness.
Scholarship Details
- Application Method: Submit a video (30 seconds to 2 minutes) detailing your passion, its pursuit, and its potential impact.
- Video Content: Explain how you are pursuing or plan to pursue your passion and how it can positively impact society.
- Video Format: Can be a short film, animation, or testimonial recorded on any MP4-enabled device.
- Application Evaluation: Evaluated on demonstrated passion, potential social impact, personal presentation, and alignment with educational goals.
- Program Scope: Provides financial support along with ongoing collaboration and networking opportunities.
- Renewal Program: Available to past recipients who submit a 2-minute video showing how they have furthered their passion.
- Total Award Amount: $10 million in scholarships, with $2 million designated for Taco Bell restaurant employees.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., or dependent children of active-duty U.S. military members.
- Aged between 16 and 26 years.
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program (including two- and four-year colleges, universities, vocational-technical, and trade schools).
- Must be in good academic standing.
- Willing to collaborate with the Taco Bell Foundation’s Scholarship Management Company throughout the process.
Application Process
- Create a video (2 minutes or less) addressing:
- Your passion and how you are currently or planning to pursue it.
- Your plans for using your passion to positively impact your community, country, or the world.
- Your educational plan and how it will aid in pursuing your passion and creating a positive impact.
- Follow the instructions to enter your information and upload your video through the official application portal.
The Live Más Scholarship is more than just financial support—it’s a platform to turn your passion into a force for positive change. If you’re ready to pursue your dreams and make an impact, apply today!