How much is the YoungArts- Gordon Parks Foundation scholarship?

The YoungArts- Gordon Parks Foundation scholarship amount is $7,500 unrestricted.

When is the deadline for YoungArts- Gordon Parks Foundation?

The application period for the YoungArts- Gordon Parks Foundation is No open application – Invitation/selection by YoungArts and Gordon Parks Foundation (annual; not a general open student application).

What type of scholarship is YoungArts- Gordon Parks Foundation?

The YoungArts- Gordon Parks Foundation is a Nationwide scholarship for theatre students.

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Scholarship details

Funder: YoungArts / The Gordon Parks Foundation
Study level: Recent YoungArts award winners
Scholarship type: Nationwide
Opens: No open application
Deadline: Invitation/selection by YoungArts and Gordon Parks Foundation (annual; not a general open student application)
Typical award size: $7,500 unrestricted
Website: Apply or learn more

Eligibility criteria

One recent YoungArts award winner annually whose practice reflects the depth, breadth, and integrity of Gordon Parks’ work. Winner invited to Gordon Parks Foundation awards ceremony and dinner in New York City.

Application steps

Become a YoungArts award winner through the national YoungArts competition (ages 15–18).
Recent winners may be considered for Gordon Parks Foundation Award.
Selected recipient attends NYC ceremony.
Receives $7,500 unrestricted cash.

Required materials

Selection from YoungArts winner pool (not a separate public application)

Overview

The Gordon Parks Foundation annually grants a $7,500 unrestricted cash award to one recent YoungArts award winner who represents the depth, breadth and integrity of Gordon Parks’ work. The winner is invited to the annual Gordon Parks Foundation awards ceremony and dinner in New York City. Recent recipients include J. Amir Robinson (2022 Photography), Emmanuel Michael (2020 Jazz), Destiny Moore (2020 Visual Arts), Mosab Hamid (2020 Theater & Writing) and Amanda Gorman (2015, 2016 Writing)

Past recipients

J. Amir Robinson (2022 Photography); Emmanuel Michael (2020 Jazz); Destiny Moore (2020 Visual Arts); Mosab Hamid (2020 Theater & Writing); Amanda Gorman (2015, 2016 Writing)