Amount: $50 to $2,500
Description: Write a 500–1,000-word essay about one of four topics: tariffs, birthright citizenship, America’s 250th birthday, or whether Congress should have term limits or not. Eligibility: Open to students ages 10-18 who live in the U.S., Canada, or at a U.S. military address.
Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes Deadline: March 15, 2027
Amount: $10,000
Description: The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, a program of the nonprofit organization Young Heroes Project, celebrates inspiring, public-spirited young people from diverse backgrounds all across the U.S. and Canada. Each year, the Barron Prize honors 25 outstanding young leaders ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive difference to people and the environment. Scholarship Details: Fifteen recipients will each receive a $10,000 cash award, Funds may be used for public service efforts or higher education, Winners receive a personalized plaque and certificate, Winners also gain access to media opportunities and a professional network, Applications accepted annually from individual applicants only. Eligibility Criteria: Must be between the ages of 8 and 18 (not yet age 19), Must be a permanent resident and currently residing in the U.S.A. or Canada, Must currently be working on or have completed an inspiring service project within the past 12 months, Must be leading the service project as an individual (not as part of a group).
Doodle for Google Deadline: March 21, 2027
Amount: up to $50,000
Description:The Doodle for Google Contest offers middle school students in California up to $55,000 in college scholarships through an annual art competition open to students in grades K-12. This nationwide contest is available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents enrolled in U.S.-based schools, including California students. The national winner receives a $55,000 college scholarship plus a $50,000 technology package for their school, while national finalists earn $5,000 scholarships. Students must create an original Google Doodle based on the annual theme and submit it with an artist statement of 50 words or less. Submissions are judged on artistic merit, creativity, and theme communication, making this a great scholarship for middle school students in California who excel in visual arts. Eligibility: K-12 students, original artwork on an annual theme.