Joyce and Tom Scanlan Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by National Federation of the Blind Minnesota
Introduction
The National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota is now accepting applications for the 2026 Joyce and Tom Scanlan Scholarship Program, open to eligible Minnesota students. The application deadline is April 15, 2026.
Scholarship Awards and Opportunities
- Two scholarships of $3,000 each will be awarded.
- Each scholarship recipient will be sponsored to attend the National Federation of the Blind’s Annual Convention, July 3–8, 2026, in Austin, Texas. Travel and convention expenses will be covered.
- Winners are also required to attend the National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota’s state convention in the fall (date and location to be announced); travel expenses for this event will be paid. Scholarship presentations will take place at the state convention banquet.
- Attending these events gives recipients the chance to meet blind students from across the country and learn strategies for succeeding as blind individuals.
Eligibility
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be legally blind.
- Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution (either full-time or part-time) located in Minnesota.
How to Apply
Complete the online scholarship application and include all required supporting documents. Send the application materials to scholarships@nfbmn.org. If you prefer a Microsoft Word copy of the application and information, request one by emailing the same address.
Questions
For additional information or assistance, contact scholarships@nfbmn.org.