March 13, 2027
Michael A. Hunter Memorial Scholarship
Direct application
Up to $5,000
Eligibility
Education level
Undergraduate
Financial
Financial need
Enrollment
Full-time
Grades
GPA 3+
About this scholarship
Full-time college students nationwide who are leukemia or lymphoma patients, survivors, or children of a non-surviving leukemia or lymphoma parent may apply for the Michael A. Hunter Memorial Scholarship through the Orange County Community Foundation. Individual awards range from $2,000 to $5,000. A minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need are required.
Submit physician certification and a 600-word essay with the application by March 13. The fund supports secondary education for those affected by leukemia and lymphoma. Eligible applicants include graduating high school seniors, community college students, and four-year university students.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Physician certification or medical proof of leukemia or lymphoma diagnosis
- 600-word essay
- Applicant must have a personal history of leukemia or lymphoma (diagnosis required)
- Question requesting a medical document/proof of diagnosis (not an essay)
- Eligible applicants include graduating high-school seniors, community-college students, and four-year university students.
- Essay must explain how leukemia or lymphoma affected the applicant, including type, diagnosis date, and current status.