SCHOLARSHIPS

IMM currently offers two education-based scholarships for individuals living with sickle cell disease– The Paradise Scholarship and The Cyntra D. Scott Scholarship. We know that “education” can take many forms. We define it as an activity that furthers one’s knowledgebase to improve their quality of life and advance their ability to create a sustainable livelihood. This could take the form of a workshop, course, experiential-learning, or degree program.  

Award amounts range from $250-$1500, and are determined by demonstrated need, availability of funds, number of applicants, and the discretion of the Board of Directors. 

Qualifications for the Paradise Scholarship

- Applicants must have sickle cell disease (verifiable by a doctor)

- Applicants must be 25 and under.

- The scholarship must be used between August 2023 - July 2024.

- Applicants must submit a formal application that will include a detailed explanation of how the applicant will use the money to further their education.  (See below)

- Applicants must sign a consent form

- Recipients must write an impact statement after a designated period following receipt of the scholarship.

Qualifications for the Cyntra D. Scott Scholarship

- Applicants must have sickle cell disease (verifiable by a doctor)

- Applicants must be 26 and over.

- The scholarship must be used between August 2023 - July 2024

- Applicants must submit a formal application that will include a detailed explanation of how the applicant will use the money to further their education.  

- Applicants must sign a consent form

- Recipients must write an impact statement after a designated period following receipt of the scholarship.

To apply, please use the application form below. DEADLINE JULY 15, 2023.