PFLAG Tampa 2022-2023 Scholarship Program Overview

For many LGBTQ+ youth, the journey to adulthood is lacking in support from family, friends, and schools. Potential leaders, with incredibly varied educational goals and experiences, are oftentimes hampered by a lack of support systems, socioeconomic barriers, social anxiety, family isolation, homelessness, and many other challenges. These challenges are only more heightened for BIPOC folks. PFLAG Tampa sees you, and we also see LGBTQ+ high school allies working towards providing safe and supportive environments for their LGBTQ+ families and friends.

This scholarship program recognizes LGBTQ+ individuals and allies who are leaders in the LGBTQ+ community, or who have experienced unique obstacles when attempting to further educational goals. Understanding that high school can be particularly challenging for LGBTQ+ students and advocates, the PFLAG Tampa Scholarship has no academic achievement requirements. Rather, PFLAG Tampa is interested in knowing your dreams, how you intend to achieve them, and how you will be an asset to the LGBTQ+ community.

Good luck! We want to hear from YOU!

2022-2023 Scholarship Applications

The 2022-2023 Scholarship Year is now open. Please complete the application online. Two letters of recommendation are required to be submitted. Your references may submit their letters online at https://pflagtampa.org/reference. Applications will be received through November 30, 2022. Awards will be announced the week of January 15, 2023.
Questions? Please contact PFLAG.Tampa@gmail.com.

Enrollment Eligibility

The PFLAG Tampa Scholarship is open to LGBTQ+ individuals or LGBTQ+ allies residing in the Tampa Bay area (Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties) wishing to further their education. There is no high school or GRE requirement. Information must be provided about the enrolling school. You must be applying to, been accepted at, or attending an accredited

    • two- or four-year post secondary program or institution,
    • technical or trade school,
    • or an approved certification program

by January 15 of the awarding year. Full time or part time students may apply. The school may be outside the Tampa Bay area.

Scholarship Award Amount

Awarded scholars will receive a one-time disbursement of $1,000 paid to the institution, to be used for tuition, books and fees only.

Application Deadline

Applications will be received through November 30, 2022. Any submissions after that date will not be considered.
Questions? Please contact PFLAG.Tampa@gmail.com.

Requirements of PFLAG Tampa Scholarship winners

Scholarship winners must consent to participate in efforts to educate the general public, including disclosure of LGBTQ+ identity in the media, if applicable.

They must deliver a brief (3-5 minute) speech at a PFLAG Tampa event or meeting, alluding to the scholarship.

At the end of the first academic term, they submit a 2-3 minute video or a one page typewritten essay about how being a PFLAG Tampa scholarship recipient has benefited their academic goals and helped them to serve the LGBTQ+ community, the intention being to encourage advocacy, and convince donors to support the PFLAG Tampa Scholarship Fund.

Additional requirements

Submit proof of registration or a letter of acceptance from a post-secondary educational or trade institution for the academic year.

Selection criteria

Scholars will be selected using the following criteria:

  1. Service to the LGBTQ+ community.
  2. Clarity of future goals and determination to achieve them.
  3. Maturity and positive sense of self as an LGBTQ+ individual or supportive ally.
  4. Sense of personal integrity, ethical judgment and honesty.

Scholarship Application Checklist

Please use the following checklist before submitting your application.

  1. The application form is complete and has been submitted.
  2. Proof of acceptance and/or enrollment for the upcoming term has been emailed to PFLAG.Tampa@gmail.com. (Note: If you are awarded the scholarship, proof of enrollment will be required before any disbursement can occur.)
  3. Proof of residency has been emailed to PFLAG.Tampa@gmail.com. (Note: This is documentation to support that you reside in the Tampa Bay area. Examples include recent transcripts, utility bill in your name, driver’s license, passport, rental/lease agreement, etc. For questions or if you are unsure if you have acceptable supporting documentation, please contact PFLAG.Tampa@gmail.com.
  4. Two (2) letters of reference have been submitted to PFLAG Tampa through the Reference Form. You are responsible for ensuring that all references are submitted before the deadline.
  5. A copy of the first page of your Student Aid Report (SAR) for 2022-2023 has been emailed to PFLAG.Tampa@gmail.com.
  6. Verify that all information is accurate.
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