My Hometown Heroes awards scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to young adult cancer survivors, ages 18 to 39, headed to a college, community college, or trade school anywhere in the country. Awards above $2,500 are paid out over three to four years rather than all at once. Applications are accepted each year from November 1 through January 31.
DemographicsOpen to young adult cancer survivors ages 18-39 nationwide, planning to attend a college, community college, or trade school.
Awards over $2,500 are paid out over three to four years.