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Are You Looking For A Scholarship For Single Moms?
from:There are some unique scholarship opportunities available to single mothers, particularly if you've had to overcome some large obstacles to get to where you are. Many scholarships for women are need-based and also take into account minority-status and obstacles like domestic and alcohol abuse recovery. If you are looking for a scholarship for single moms, often, you can even find them right on the Internet.
Obviously, like grants, the first thing one wants to do to locate a scholarship for single moms is to file the FAFSA. The FAFSA is the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) that allows the government to determine need and award grants and scholarships on a first-come/first serve basis. By submitting the FAFSA to the colleges or universities of your choice, not only will it make you eligible for Federal funds, but the universities or colleges you apply to will also use it to see if you match any of their private scholarships or grants.
Another great place to look for a scholarship for single moms is online. There are a number of websites like fastweb.org and Sallie Mae's wiredscholar.org. In addition, there are many websites for private college funds like the North Carolina College Fund, the Negro College Fund, and the American Indian College Fund. They all contain great information on what state level scholarships are available, where to apply, and by when.
Other organizations worth noting when looking for a scholarship for single moms are:
The Sunshine Lady Foundation
This foundation offers scholarships to women who have been a victim of a partner's abuse.
Soroptomist Club
This club (which boasts 45,000 members in the U.S.) offers scholarships on the basis of need or domestic violence or drug and alcohol abuse recovery. Local clubs handle all the scholarship applications.
Kazimour Scholarships
There are two undergraduates and one graduate scholarship awarded each spring semester, which is sponsored by Dr. Kim Kazimour and ANTSHE.
Raise The Nation
This non-profit organization helps women looking for a scholarship for single moms. They also have a loan repayment program for single mothers unable to repay their loans. There are requirements that need to be met: a record showing strong community service or volunteerism.
Being a single mother is difficult, but finding a scholarship for single moms might be the help you need to get a better life. With so many resources available in the form of scholarships or grants, it pays to look into these valuable services.
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