Queer Youth
Higher Education Scholarships
The Los Angeles Points Foundation - LGBTQ Scholarship Fund, California
Where are they located?
LA Office
5055 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 501
Los Angeles, CA 90036
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CONTACT THEM AT:
- Office: 323.933.1234
- Toll-free: 866.33.POINT
- Fax: 866.39.POINT
- Email: info@pointfoundation.org
What is LA Points Foundation?
Students who receive this scholarship receive a mentor and participates in leadership devleopment programs and events
Queer youth are provided with resources that help them transition successfully to higher education institutions
Purpose: Students who are a part of the Queer community delay attending a Higher Education Institution due to several reasons, such as: affordability, debt, lack of support, and familial support.
Are there other offices?
YES! New York has a Points Foundation as well!
NY Office
1357 Broadway, Ste 401
New York, NY 10018
IMPORTANT DATES ANNUALLY
NOVEMBER 1
- Point’s Scholarship Application opens online.
JANUARY 29
- Application closes at 11:59pm PST.
MARCH 2
- Semifinalists ONLY – supplemental materials due.
APRIL 26-28
- Finalists ONLY – in person interviews in Los Angeles.
- Check out the eligibility requirements for Point Foundation Scholarships. If you meet our requirements, read more below.
OVERALL GOAL: PROVIDE QUEER YOUTH MENTORS AND LEADERS TO HELP THEM TRANSITION OR APPLY TO HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS. CITIES LIKE LA AND NY SHOULD SHARE THIS KNOWLEDGE AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITIES. ALL EDUCATORS SHOULD HELP STUDENTS SEE THEIR ACADEMIC POTENTIALS.
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