Dates to be announced
OnePulse Scholarship
For full-time undergraduate or graduate students at accredited institutions. Requires at least 2.5 unweighted GPA, financial need, and contribution to the LGBTQ community. Preference given to Pulse tragedy survivors, family members, and first responders.
Overview
The OnePulse Scholarship supports full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited two-year, four-year, or technical institution, who have demonstrated leadership and support for the LGBTQ community.
Eligibility
Applicants must be enrolled or plan to enroll in at least 12 credit hours, have a cumulative unweighted GPA of at least 2.5, and demonstrate leadership and support for the LGBTQ community, as conveyed in a written statement. Preference for this scholarship is given to Pulse tragedy survivors, family members, and first responders.
Required documentation
- Official transcript showing GPA and ACT and/or SAT scores
- Recommendation letter from a faculty or staff member or professional supervisor
- Personal statement describing the applicant's contribution to the LGBTQ community
- Documentation of financial need may also be required
Award information
One scholarship is awarded annually. The scholarship provides up to $10,000 for educational expenses, with a maximum award of $5,000 per year.
Applications will be reviewed by the OnePulse Scholarship Committee (OPS Committee) using an online evaluation tool. Finalists may be asked for additional information or to complete an interview. After evaluation, the OPS Committee will recommend scholarship recipients to the Central Florida Foundation Board of Directors for final approval.
The OPS Committee comprises leaders or staff from LGBTQ+ nonprofit organizations, Central Florida Foundation (CFF) community members, and a Pulse tragedy representative who is a survivor or family member. It is staffed by a member of the Central Florida Foundation's professional team.
How to apply
- Click the Apply Now button above to go to MyScholarship.
- Click Create New Account and follow the instructions.
- Once logged in, type "Pulse" in the Access Code box and click Enter Code.
- Review the information on the Application page, then click Apply.
- Complete all required fields and click Submit Application.
Photo © Judy Watson Tracy, 2019