October 20, 2026
Legacy Lab Scholarship
Direct application
$15,000
1 winner
Eligibility
Demographics
Black or African American
Location
United States
Education level
Undergraduate
About this scholarship
Black or African American undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at accredited U.S. colleges, universities, or technical schools may apply. One $15,000 scholarship supports a future leader studying to create enduring social or commercial impact; funds are paid directly to the institution.
Submit a video response (five minutes or less) answering five essay questions about your purpose and contribution, proof of enrollment, and the Fast Facts form in the online application.
Powered by The Giving Back Fund, the Legacy Lab Foundation Scholarship champions emerging leaders working toward lasting progress in their chosen fields.
Essay questions
What else to submit
- Video response of five minutes or less answering five sponsor-provided prompts
- Proof of enrollment
- Completed Fast Facts form
- Submit a video response of five minutes or less answering five sponsor-provided prompts (no written essay)
- Video prompt 1: What is your dream for a better world and what CONTRIBUTION will you make toward achieving that dream?
- Video prompt 2: Academically, what are you studying? Why have you chosen this path of study? What do you LOVE about it?
- Video prompt 3: What makes you exceptional in your chosen field of study? What is it about you that makes you GOOD at it?
- Video prompt 4: How will you apply your studies after graduation? Or how are you already applying your studies (e.g. related experience, volunteering, internships, businesses, etc.)? How will your ide
- Video prompt 5: Why are your intended contributions—your creative, social and/or commercial contributions post-graduation—something the world needs more of? How will your idea(s) IMPACT PEOPLE'S LIVES
- Proof of enrollment at an accredited institution
- Completion of the 'Fast Facts' form