United Court of the Pikes Peak Empire · $1,000 · Deadline: February 1, 2027
Who qualifies
El Paso County resident
Demonstrate financial need
LGBTQ+
Self-identify as LGBTQ+. Juniors, seniors, or undergraduate students.
Documents required
Essay (250+ words)
How to win it
Focus your essay on your personal journey as an LGBTQ+ individual, highlighting the resilience and challenges that have shaped you, since the scholarship values authentic self-identification and lived experience. Be honest and specific about your financial need, explaining how this award would make a real difference in your education. As an El Paso County resident applying through a local organization, emphasize your connection to the Pikes Peak community to strengthen your application.