The Miami Foundation’s scholarship programs help students gain access to higher education. Increasing the level of educational attainment is a critical factor for Greater Miami’s continued growth. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we help countless young people prepare to be productive residents of our community.

Scholarships are awarded based on various criteria, including overcoming life’s obstacles and academic excellence. For questions about any scholarship program, please contact Alex Rosales, senior programs assistant.

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Give Kids a Chance Scholarship

The Give Kids a Chance Scholarship was established by Brian McDonough, Esq. to support children of lower-income families. Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors desiring to continue their education but need additional financial assistance to do so. Recipients are eligible for additional awards given they maintain full-time status and meet academic requirements.

The deadline to apply for this scholarship has passed. We will begin accepting applications again in January 2019.

Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship Online Application

The Aronovitz Family partnered with The Miami Foundation to honor the memory of the late Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz. Judge Aronovitz stood as an example for the community, excelling in his chosen profession and always thinking of those less fortunate than himself. Scholarships are awarded to Miami-Dade County minority students planning to continue their education through the university-level and pursue a career related to the legal field or social-justice issues.

The deadline to apply for this scholarship has passed. We will begin accepting applications again in January 2019.