Dr. Walter W. Ristow Prize
$1,500
Introduction
Since 1994 the Washington Map Society has awarded the Ristow Prize to honor scholarly achievement in the history of cartography and to commemorate the late Dr. Walter W. Ristow — former chief of the Geography & Map Division at the Library of Congress and a co‑founder and first president of the Washington Map Society.
The award
- $1,500 cash prize
- Three‑year membership in the Washington Map Society
- Publication of the winning paper in The Portolan (the Washington Map Society’s journal)
At the judges’ discretion, one or more additional papers may receive Honorable Mention.
Who is eligible
Applicants...
Introduction
Since 1994 the Washington Map Society has awarded the Ristow Prize to honor scholarly achievement in the history of cartography and to commemorate the late Dr. Walter W. Ristow — former chief of the Geography & Map Division at the Library of Congress and a co‑founder and first president of the Washington Map Society.
The award
- $1,500 cash prize
- Three‑year membership in the Washington Map Society
- Publication of the winning paper in The Portolan (the Washington Map Society’s journal)
At the judges’ discretion, one or more additional papers may receive Honorable Mention.
Who is eligible
Applicants...
Kenneth W. Payne Student Prize
$500
Prize overview
The Association for Queer Anthropology (AQA) annually awards the Kenneth W. Payne Student Prize to an outstanding undergraduate or graduate student for exceptional anthropological work that either 1) focuses on lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender topics, or 2) offers a critical examination of sexualities and genders in a broader sense. The prize carries a $500 cash award.
Eligibility
- Open to undergraduate and graduate students in any of the four fields of anthropology.
- Submitted work must have been completed while the entrant was actively enrolled as a student.
- Both written papers and visual media (for example,...
Prize overview
The Association for Queer Anthropology (AQA) annually awards the Kenneth W. Payne Student Prize to an outstanding undergraduate or graduate student for exceptional anthropological work that either 1) focuses on lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender topics, or 2) offers a critical examination of sexualities and genders in a broader sense. The prize carries a $500 cash award.
Eligibility
- Open to undergraduate and graduate students in any of the four fields of anthropology.
- Submitted work must have been completed while the entrant was actively enrolled as a student.
- Both written papers and visual media (for example,...
Soil and Water Conservation Scholarship
$3,500
Introduction and purpose
Outstanding soil and water conservation professionals are not produced solely by classrooms — they are cultivated by experienced mentors who pass along knowledge, values, and practical skills. This scholarship recognizes the mentors and colleagues who have advanced the discipline and aims to renew student interest in careers focused on soil and water conservation. Funded by the Soil and Water Management & Conservation Division and provided to the Agronomic Science Foundation, the award is administered by SSSA.
Award details
- Application window: open each year from January through May 29.
- Award amount: a $3,500 stipend will be...
Introduction and purpose
Outstanding soil and water conservation professionals are not produced solely by classrooms — they are cultivated by experienced mentors who pass along knowledge, values, and practical skills. This scholarship recognizes the mentors and colleagues who have advanced the discipline and aims to renew student interest in careers focused on soil and water conservation. Funded by the Soil and Water Management & Conservation Division and provided to the Agronomic Science Foundation, the award is administered by SSSA.
Award details
- Application window: open each year from January through May 29.
- Award amount: a $3,500 stipend will be...
UFCW Charity Foundation Scholarship
$12,000
Introduction
The UFCW exists to unite workers in pursuit of improved lives and expanded opportunity. In support of that mission, each year the UFCW Charity Foundation awards scholarships—each worth up to $12,000 total—to eligible UFCW members or their unmarried dependents who are under age 20. Employees of the UFCW (officers and staff) and their immediate family members are excluded from eligibility.
Past recipients have pursued careers across fields such as public service, medicine, law, business, and education. Many former winners later served the union as staff, organizers, and community advocates, helping further UFCW goals.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be either:...
Introduction
The UFCW exists to unite workers in pursuit of improved lives and expanded opportunity. In support of that mission, each year the UFCW Charity Foundation awards scholarships—each worth up to $12,000 total—to eligible UFCW members or their unmarried dependents who are under age 20. Employees of the UFCW (officers and staff) and their immediate family members are excluded from eligibility.
Past recipients have pursued careers across fields such as public service, medicine, law, business, and education. Many former winners later served the union as staff, organizers, and community advocates, helping further UFCW goals.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be either:...
Hampton Roads Pride Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
Hampton Roads Pride is committed to making a meaningful difference for members of our community. We are excited to announce that, at PrideFest in June 2026, we will be granting scholarships with total awards of up to $40,000.
Program overview
These merit-based scholarships evaluate both academic performance and demonstrated community involvement. Applicants who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, or Questioning (LGBTQ+), as well as those connected to related identities (including, but not limited to, Intersex, Asexual, Pansexual, Two-spirit, Nonbinary, Agender, and Genderqueer), are encouraged to apply. We also welcome applications from LGBTQ+ allies—people who do not identify...
Introduction
Hampton Roads Pride is committed to making a meaningful difference for members of our community. We are excited to announce that, at PrideFest in June 2026, we will be granting scholarships with total awards of up to $40,000.
Program overview
These merit-based scholarships evaluate both academic performance and demonstrated community involvement. Applicants who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, or Questioning (LGBTQ+), as well as those connected to related identities (including, but not limited to, Intersex, Asexual, Pansexual, Two-spirit, Nonbinary, Agender, and Genderqueer), are encouraged to apply. We also welcome applications from LGBTQ+ allies—people who do not identify...
AAU Karate Scholarships
$2,500
Introduction
The AAU Karate Scholarship program was unveiled to members at the 2004 AAU Karate National Championships in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Over the past ten (10) years, the program has provided support to many deserving athletes.
Purpose and Name
The AAU Karate Michael Eggleston Sr. Memorial Scholarship honors Michael (Mike) Eggleston Sr., a dedicated member of the AAU Karate community. Sensei Eggleston — who served as an athlete, coach, official, and volunteer — exemplified the AAU Karate spirit. He passed away unexpectedly in May 2021, and his legacy continues within the program.
Eligibility
- Awards are presented annually to one...
Introduction
The AAU Karate Scholarship program was unveiled to members at the 2004 AAU Karate National Championships in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Over the past ten (10) years, the program has provided support to many deserving athletes.
Purpose and Name
The AAU Karate Michael Eggleston Sr. Memorial Scholarship honors Michael (Mike) Eggleston Sr., a dedicated member of the AAU Karate community. Sensei Eggleston — who served as an athlete, coach, official, and volunteer — exemplified the AAU Karate spirit. He passed away unexpectedly in May 2021, and his legacy continues within the program.
Eligibility
- Awards are presented annually to one...
Dr. Joseph L. Henry Freshman/First Year Scholarship
$2,000
Applications open March 1 and close at midnight on May 31. Introduction The Dr. Joseph L. Henry Scholarship commemorates the life and work of Dr. Joseph L. Henry (May 2, 1924 – October 11, 2011), a distinguished figure in dental education and leadership. Dr. Henry served as Dean of Howard University College of Dentistry and later as Dean of Harvard School of Dental Medicine. A consistent valedictorian throughout his education, he completed his undergraduate studies at Xavier University, earned his dental degree from Howard University, and received a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois—all before turning 27. For further information...
Applications open March 1 and close at midnight on May 31. Introduction The Dr. Joseph L. Henry Scholarship commemorates the life and work of Dr. Joseph L. Henry (May 2, 1924 – October 11, 2011), a distinguished figure in dental education and leadership. Dr. Henry served as Dean of Howard University College of Dentistry and later as Dean of Harvard School of Dental Medicine. A consistent valedictorian throughout his education, he completed his undergraduate studies at Xavier University, earned his dental degree from Howard University, and received a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois—all before turning 27. For further information...
Collegiate Inventors Competition
$1,000
Overview
The Collegiate Inventors Competition is a national program run by the National Inventors Hall of Fame that spotlights and rewards inventive work by college and university students and their faculty advisers. Launched in 1990, the competition aims to encourage students who actively pursue invention across any discipline.
What kinds of inventions are eligible
Submissions are welcome from any field — science, engineering, mathematics, technology and the arts alike. Each entry must be the original concept and work product of the student(s) and their faculty adviser(s). The entry may be an idea that has been reduced to practice or a...
Overview
The Collegiate Inventors Competition is a national program run by the National Inventors Hall of Fame that spotlights and rewards inventive work by college and university students and their faculty advisers. Launched in 1990, the competition aims to encourage students who actively pursue invention across any discipline.
What kinds of inventions are eligible
Submissions are welcome from any field — science, engineering, mathematics, technology and the arts alike. Each entry must be the original concept and work product of the student(s) and their faculty adviser(s). The entry may be an idea that has been reduced to practice or a...
Elmhurst Garden Club Scholarship
$500
York Community High School — Summer 2026
Exploratory / Experiential Scholarship
Overview
The Elmhurst Garden Club offers a Summer 2026 Exploratory/Experiential Scholarship for York Community High School students who wish to pursue hands-on learning in plant- and land-related fields. The Club seeks to foster interest and study in areas such as agriculture, agronomy, botany, conservation, ecology, environmental studies, floriculture, forestry, horticulture, land management, landscape design, and sustainability. The intent of this scholarship is to support a practical summer experience — for example, a workshop, camp, internship, experiential program, or college course — that gives the student direct, applied exposure to...
York Community High School — Summer 2026
Exploratory / Experiential Scholarship
Overview
The Elmhurst Garden Club offers a Summer 2026 Exploratory/Experiential Scholarship for York Community High School students who wish to pursue hands-on learning in plant- and land-related fields. The Club seeks to foster interest and study in areas such as agriculture, agronomy, botany, conservation, ecology, environmental studies, floriculture, forestry, horticulture, land management, landscape design, and sustainability. The intent of this scholarship is to support a practical summer experience — for example, a workshop, camp, internship, experiential program, or college course — that gives the student direct, applied exposure to...
Paumanauke Native American Indian Scholarship
$750
Introduction
The Paumanauke Native American Indian Scholarship is supported by Paumanauke Native American Festival, Inc., a nonprofit organization. Its purpose is to encourage and support Native American Indian students in completing their higher education.
Eligibility
Applicants must be tribally enrolled Native American Indians who are enrolled full-time at an accredited post-secondary institution (college, university, or other accredited post-secondary school) to be considered for an award.
Award Details
Each year the program grants scholarship awards of $500.00 (Five Hundred Dollars) to qualified applicants. No more than six scholarships will be awarded in any single year. In addition, one applicant each year...
Introduction
The Paumanauke Native American Indian Scholarship is supported by Paumanauke Native American Festival, Inc., a nonprofit organization. Its purpose is to encourage and support Native American Indian students in completing their higher education.
Eligibility
Applicants must be tribally enrolled Native American Indians who are enrolled full-time at an accredited post-secondary institution (college, university, or other accredited post-secondary school) to be considered for an award.
Award Details
Each year the program grants scholarship awards of $500.00 (Five Hundred Dollars) to qualified applicants. No more than six scholarships will be awarded in any single year. In addition, one applicant each year...
Terry Bryant College Scholarship
$2,500
Overview
Attorney Terry Bryant and his firm are offering their annual college scholarship to one U.S. high school senior. The award is intended to help with the costs of beginning college and to encourage young people to create messages that promote safer streets. The scholarship winner will receive $2,500 to assist with tuition, books, housing, or other educational expenses.
Prompt
Create a short video (maximum 60 seconds) that answers this question:
If you could spend up to one minute with your younger self when you first began high school, what advice would you give about staying safe on city streets...
Overview
Attorney Terry Bryant and his firm are offering their annual college scholarship to one U.S. high school senior. The award is intended to help with the costs of beginning college and to encourage young people to create messages that promote safer streets. The scholarship winner will receive $2,500 to assist with tuition, books, housing, or other educational expenses.
Prompt
Create a short video (maximum 60 seconds) that answers this question:
If you could spend up to one minute with your younger self when you first began high school, what advice would you give about staying safe on city streets...
WHVACR Scholarship Program
$5,000
Congratulations — you’ve chosen a rewarding career path! Opportunities for women in HVACR are expanding. With more than one-third of the U.S. workforce projected to retire within five years, industry forecasts indicate a need for approximately 86,000 new HVACR professionals over the next five years. Women in HVACR (WHVACR) aims to help meet that demand by supporting qualified, deserving candidates.
2026 Scholarship Awards
- WHVACR is increasing its scholarship funding for 2026: six (6) scholarships of $5,000 each.
Who is eligible
- Scholarship A — Technical college or trade school students
- Open to women currently enrolled in a technical...
Congratulations — you’ve chosen a rewarding career path! Opportunities for women in HVACR are expanding. With more than one-third of the U.S. workforce projected to retire within five years, industry forecasts indicate a need for approximately 86,000 new HVACR professionals over the next five years. Women in HVACR (WHVACR) aims to help meet that demand by supporting qualified, deserving candidates.
2026 Scholarship Awards
- WHVACR is increasing its scholarship funding for 2026: six (6) scholarships of $5,000 each.
Who is eligible
- Scholarship A — Technical college or trade school students
- Open to women currently enrolled in a technical...
