First Gen Fund

Calling all First-Gen College Students!!! Not sure if you are one? This is the definition:

A first-generation college student is someone whose parents or guardians did not complete a four-year college degree in the U.S.

So even if you have other siblings who have completed their 4-year degree, it does not count towards YOU. You are still First-Gen because it is based on your parents’ education level!

So now here is the opportunity:

“First Gen Fund” is awarding 50 First Gen Fellowships of $1,000 (1K)

When? Applications must be submitted by August 29, 2025 by 11:59p.m. Pacific Standard Time

Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Awardees will be contacted directly and announced on National First-Gen Day on November 8, 2025 on Instagram @firstgenfund and on firstgen.org.

Please read before submitting your application.

To be considered for a Fellowship, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

Must be a full-time first gen student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited U.S. college or university. (Note: Per funding guidelines, eligibility for this grant is limited to domestic students. International applicants are not eligible.)
Must be in good academic standing.
Applicants must show significant financial hardship through one or more of the following:
Eligibility for federal financial aid (FAFSA) or Pell Grant
Proof of financial hardship (e.g., household income, education loans, student employment)
A personal statement explaining financial hardship (e.g., loss of income, unexpected expenses, family responsibilities)
Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Funds must be used for educational expenses (e.g. fees, books, housing, basic needs, professional development opportunities and activities, transportation related to school, and other education-related expenses).
If selected to receive a Fellowship, you will be required to submit the following:

Most recent official or unofficial transcript, or official enrollment verification report.
Copy of FAFSA Student Aid Report or equivalent financial documentation.

PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION AND APPLICATION!!!

Good-luck!!