SCHOLARSHIP

The Educator Champions’ Fund

We celebrate educators and the care they put into their students. Many times, teachers meet the needs of students through their personal paychecks. We want to help. Educators nominate students for the Champions Scholarship, which pays for an activity of the students' choice that they would not otherwise be able to participate in without financial support.

Scholarships are issued to students enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade in the States of California and Minnesota on a rolling basis and are granted based on funding. Each applicant will first need a recommendation from an educator who knows their needs and interests in a specific activity. Activities are not limited to one particular category. We will scholarship various academic, athletic, artistic, and other interests. Those who receive an initial scholarship may apply for a renewal with a letter of recommendation from the activity leader.

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The Michelle Young Foundation

Applying is Easy

What you will need:

An educator nomination through the nomination form.

A letter from a guardian demonstrating the financial need. The instructions are in the application.

A paragraph or video on why the activity is important and what you hope to get out of participating.

The activity information, website, and the main contact information.

The dollar amount needed to participate.

Address within California or Minnesota.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • No, the student may allocate their funds towards any activity they choose as long as it’s an age-appropriate learning experience and approved by their guardian. Examples: Art, Athletics, Learning, Mentorship, Gardening, Dance, Musical Instrument, Clubs, etc.

  • Yes, we do require educator nominations. Feel free to reach out to an educator who knows you well to ask for a recommendation.

  • With a letter of recommendation from an activity leader demonstrating your commitment, you may renew your scholarship as long as funds are available during that time.

  • We have an unbiased selection committee that reviews applications and nominations. They decide based on an essay or video, the applicant's need, and the funds available.

  • The Michelle Young Foundation will issue funding directly to the scholarship recipient for the purpose of the stated activity. The recipient is required to submit a paragraph and photos of participation in the activity within 8 weeks of receiving the funds.

  • Yes, we currently serve California and Minnesota; however, in the future, we plan to expand.