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    Ava's Grace Scholarship

    Urgency: HighEasy

    The Ava's Grace Scholarship provides $5,000 to students in Missouri or specific Illinois counties who have experienced parental incarceration and demonstrate financial need.

    Apr 15, 2026

    deadline passed

    $5,000

    Award amount

    6

    Requirements

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Monroe, or St. Clair counties in Illinois, or Missouri
    • High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
    • Parent or guardian who is or has been incarcerated
    • Demonstrate financial need

    Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

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    Quick facts

    Status

    Open

    Study levels

    High school senior

    Field of study

    Education

    Eligible institutions

    Payout method

    Not stated on the listing

    Before you apply

    AI guidance

    Things to double-check on the official page.

    Important checks

    • Verify residency requirements
    • Check if you meet the GPA requirement
    • Ensure you can provide necessary documentation

    Missing or unclear on the listing

    • Specific application process steps

    Next steps

    AI guidance

    A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

    1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
    2. Prepare the listed materials (2 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
    3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
    4. Apply through the official site linked above.

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    Application tips

    AI guidance

    Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

    • Prepare an essay as part of your application
    • Gather your transcript and a letter of recommendation
    • Apply early to avoid last-minute issues

    Key requirements (6)

    Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

    DocumentsFinancial need
    • Minimum 2.00 GPA.
    • Resident of Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Monroe, or St. Clair counties, Illinois, or Missouri.
    • High school senior or undergraduate student.
    • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree.
    • Parent or guardian who is or has been incarcerated.
    • Demonstrate financial need.

    Required documents

    Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

    • Supporting documents (as listed in requirements)
    • Financial documentation (if required)

    Applying

    Applications are due by April 15, 2026, and require an essay, transcript, and letter of recommendation.

    Award & payment

    Amount: $5,000

    Payout: Not stated on the listing

    About the provider

    Overview

    The Ava's Grace Scholarship supports students facing challenges due to parental incarceration, providing financial assistance for education.

    Sponsor & application

    Information last verified Apr 1, 2026.

    Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

    FAQ

    Who can apply for this scholarship?
    Residents of specific counties in Illinois or Missouri with a parent or guardian who has been incarcerated.
    What are the eligibility requirements?
    Minimum 2.00 GPA, financial need, and pursuing a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree.