Making Headway Foundation Scholarship Program

The Making Headway Foundation supports young people who survived a brain or spinal cord tumor diagnosed before age 18 and live in the New York City metro area. About 15 scholarships of up to $5,000 each are awarded every year, and one special $15,000 award is also given. Applicants must be admitted to or currently attending a two- or four-year college or vocational program, and the application asks for a personal statement, financial documentation, a transcript, and two letters of recommendation.

Eligibility

DemographicsOpen to brain or spinal cord tumor survivors diagnosed before age 18 who live in the NYC metro area (New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut).

Applying

About 15 awards of up to $5,000 each; one special $15,000 award is also given each year.