Whitney M Young, Jr. Scholarship with the New York Urban League
The New York Urban League’s Whitney M. Young, Jr. Scholarship is accepting applications for the 2026 cycle. With awards ranging from $2,000 to $10,000, this scholarship is tailored to applicants who have demonstrated a strong commitment to community service and academic resilience. To be eligible, students must be New York City residents, should be high school seniors or recent graduates, and should show leadership through community service and academics. Applications are open through March 20, 2026 via the digital application form.