Creating an

Open Path

for the

Next Generation of Great Minds!

Are you a student aged 25 or under with vision and unbounded ambition on a journey to personal achievement? Open Path Foundation invites you to apply to for an educational grant — your pathway to realizing your dreams. We are on a mission to uplift highly motivated individuals from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds by providing them with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.

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Our Objectives

At the heart of the Education Grants Program lies our commitment to:

  • Enabling Educational Opportunity:

    We strive to improve and recognize student learning achievements, helping you excel academically.

  • Fostering Innovation:

    We are passionate about supporting young scholars with lofty ambitions, entrepreneurial spirits, and innovative thinking that are ready to tackle challenging problems and contribute positively to society.

  • Inspiring Unique Opportunities:

    We incentivize youth to pursue unique and challenging opportunities in their educational endeavors, empowering them to aim higher.

What We Provide

Each year, Open Path Foundation awards educational grants to qualifying individuals age 25 and under who possess life-changing educational ambitions. We invite applicants to share their educational goals and aspirations through our application process. Successful scholarship candidates are eligible to receive up to an award of up to $10,000 with the following support:

  • Full or partial tuition fee coverage for one academic year with potential extensions based on academic performance
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  • Financial assistance with room, board, and related living expenses
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  • Quarterly one-on-one guidance and regular mentoring support from Open Path Foundation faculty, donors, and volunteers to help navigate academic, financial, and emotional challenges

Program Expectations

During the sponsorship period, scholarship recipients are expected to:

  • Attend and participate in regular leadership development trainings
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  • Be in regular communication with their assigned mentor
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  • Submit periodic written progress reports, outlining the program’s value to your academic path, personal growth, and updated goals and vision

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for Open Path’s Educational Grants Program, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Age: You must be a currently registered full-time student under the age of 25.
  • Offer Holder: You must have demonstrable plans to attend a locally recognized community college, college, university, or technical / vocational training program
  • Academic Excellence: Current high school and college students must have and maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (or equivalent standard if attending an institution that does not use GPA format).
  • Financial Need: You must demonstrate financial need and meet program requirements.
  • Be Well-Rounded: Evaluation criteria include historical educational performance, extracurricular activities, volunteer commitments, demonstrated goals and life plans, hardships and needs, and interview performance.

What You Can Expect from Open Path?

When you join with Open Path, you gain access to a wealth of resources and support. We provide these benefits through information sessions on educational opportunities, workshops, one-on-one guidance & support, and direct connections to experienced mentors.

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    Tailored Support

    Tailored guidance to develop an achievable education or career path.

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    Interview Preparation

    Interview preparation, including the development of strong interviewing skills through mock interviews.

  • Valuable Connections

    Valuable connections to alumni scholarship recipients and Open Path Foundation donors and volunteers.

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    Ongoing Support

    Ongoing support throughout your educational journey and future professional endeavors.

How to Apply

To be eligible for Open Path’s Young Education Grant Program, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Complete the Application: Fill out our straightforward online application form using the link on this website, providing details about your education plans and why you should be considered for a grant..
  • Review Process: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and are reviewed regularly. Successful applicants will be accepted in quarterly cohorts.
  • Notification: Upon submitting your application, you will receive notification of your status within sixty (60) days. Successful candidates will be invited to either submit responses to additional questions via video recording and/or a panel interview with Open Path Foundation representatives. Final selections will be made within thirty (30) days thereafter, and funds will start being distributed from that time to those who are selected.
  • Ongoing Support: As an Open Path scholar you will receive ongoing leadership development training and other support and be expected to check in regularly on your progress.
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Non-Discrimination Policy:


Open Path Foundation does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, disability, or sexual orientation in any of its programs or activities.

Unleash your potential with Open Path Foundation...
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apply now and start paving the way for your future success!

Frequently Asked Questions

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