SCHOLARSHIPS

PFLAG New Orleans' Scholarship application for the 2026-27 school year is NOW OPEN! Read below for more information on the program.

General Information

The PFLAG New Orleans Scholarship Program recognizes outstanding LGBTQ+ students from Louisiana, encourages continuing education for self-identified LGBTQ+ students, and fosters a positive image of LGBTQ+ individuals in society.
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The Scholarship Program offers scholarships of between $1,000 and $10,000 to eligible college students. The program is supported by the generous contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations, and organizations.

Eligibility and Terms

​To be eligible for a PFLAG New Orleans scholarship, applicants must be:

  • Self-identified (by means of a written statement on the scholarship application) as gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, or transgender.
  • A resident of the state of Louisiana at the time of application. A copy of the applicant’s current Louisiana state drivers license or state ID must be submitted with scholarship application as proof.
  • At least 17 years of age by May 1st of the award year.
  • Applying to attend (or currently attending) a post-secondary educational institution.

Scholarship Terms

  • PFLAG New Orleans scholarships range in value from $1,000 to $10,000. The exact number and amount of awards will be determined each year by the Scholarship Committee.
  • Only complete applications with all supporting documents submitted by the due date will be considered for an award.
  • All applications and supporting documentation will be considered confidential.
  • Applicants will be notified of application outcome by April 10th.
  • Award recipients must submit a written acceptance of award offered by no later than noon on May 1.
  • Unless physically unable to do so, award recipients must attend the Scholarship Reception in May.
  • Awards will only be made jointly payable to the award recipient and their institution of higher learning. Under no circumstances will awards be made payable only to the recipient.​
  • Questions about the terms and conditions of the PFLAG New Orleans Scholarship must be submitted in writing to the Scholarship Committee by sending an e-mail to: scholarship@pflagno.org
  • For detailed information about the scholarship process and to access the application, please select the link Here.

If you have any additional questions or need assistance, please contact us at scholarship@pflagno.org