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West family · Direct application
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Bold.org exclusive award for current or prospective undergraduate or graduate students who are children of a parent with ALS and whose families face financial hardship. Two winners receive $5,000 each ($10,000 total). Requires a 400–600 word essay on ALS impact, how the scholarship helps, and any ALS-related service. Previous applicants may reapply. Apply on Bold.org; deadline Oct 26, 2027; winners announced Nov 27, 2027.
The Sandra West ALS Foundation Scholarship awards $10,000 (2 winners). It is sponsored by West family.
The deadline is October 27, 2027. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: United States; Undergraduate; Graduate; Financial need. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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