The Harvey Milk Memorial Scholarship (San Francisco)

San Francisco Human Rights Commission

Amount: $1,000-$5,000
Deadline: May 1 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No

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About

This scholarship honors Harvey Milk's legacy by supporting LGBTQ+ students from San Francisco who are dedicated to social justice and civil rights. It fosters future leaders in advocacy.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 2.5+
  • Demographic: LGBTQ+
  • residents of San Francisco, demonstrated commitment to social justice and LGBTQ+ rights

Required Materials

  • Essay
  • Transcript
  • Letters of Recommendation

Timeline

Applications typically open in March and close in May.

Tips

Share your passion for social justice and how you plan to use your education to create positive change, particularly in San Francisco. Highlight your advocacy work.