Minority Grants

Minority groups are groups that are disadvantaged and underrepresented in society when compared with the majority population. They have unequal access to opportunities and hold limited political and economic power. There are grants and scholarships available to help minority groups overcome these barriers.

Scholarships and grants are awarded based on financial need and academic or other merit and typically do not have to be repaid. There are scholarships and grants available for education, business, community projects and research. There are many sources of funding for minorities such as foundations, private and public organizations, state and federal government, corporations, and colleges and universities.

Minority and low income students looking to pay for college can start by applying with FAFSA . FAFSA is a free application for federal student aid that can provide thousands of dollars in funding for education.

Some Minority Groups Include:

In addition to grants and scholarships there are many other valuable programs and resources for minority and disadvantaged groups.