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2025 NFAPA Scholarship Winner

The Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association (NFAPA) is thrilled to announce that Elizabeth has been chosen as the recipient of the $250 Scholarship for the year 2025! The Board was particularly impressed by the depth and quality of her essay, which showcased her passion and commitment to the community. In addition to her outstanding writing, Elizabeth's volunteer service and her clearly articulated goals for the future played a significant role in her selection. Furthermore, the glowing letter of recommendation she received highlighted her dedication and positive impact on those around her. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Elizabeth for this well-deserved recognition and wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors!

Nebraska Foster and Adoptive Parent Association Scholarship Opportunity

Application Deadline: April 5, 2026

Scholarship Amount: $250

The Nebraska Foster and Adoptive Parent Association (NFAPA) is proud to announce a scholarship program aimed at empowering youth who have experienced foster care, adoption, or guardianship services. This scholarship is designed for individuals who aspire to continue their education beyond high school or obtain their GED.

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must have been a Ward of the State of Nebraska, ensuring that we support those who have navigated the unique challenges associated with the foster care system. We believe in the potential of these young individuals and are committed to helping them pursue their educational goals.

The scholarship application will be made available starting in January 2026. All interested candidates are encouraged to prepare their materials and submit their applications by the deadline of April 5, 2026. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive financial assistance in pursuit of higher education, and we look forward to supporting the next generation of leaders.

For more information about the scholarship and application process, please stay tuned for updates in January 2026. Together, let’s help our youth achieve their dreams!

 

 

The Lincoln Community Foundation manages over 50 scholarship funds that benefit students across the state of Nebraska.  Check their website after January 2017 for more information about their scholarship opportunities. There are generous scholarships offered to students in foster care in the State of Nebraska by the Mildred Fry Scholarship Fund at the Lincoln Community Foundation.  Three awards of a minimum of $1,500.00 are available this year to students who meet minimum admissions criteria and plan to enroll in a 2 or 4 year college or university within 6 months of graduation from high school.  Previous recipients may reapply by submitting another application. Contact info below:


Phone:  402-474-2345  Fax: 402-476-8532   www.lcf.org/impacting-community/student-scholarships

EducationQuest Scholarships!

Contact the EducationQuest Foundation for a free database that contains over 2000 Nebraska-based scholarships!   http://www.educationquest.org/scholarshipquest

The National Foster Parent Association (NFPA) has a Youth Scholarship Fund that was established to benefit foster, adoptive and birth children of NFPA members.  Up to five scholarships are awarded annually based on available funds.  Visit NFPA's Youth Scholarship page at https://nfpaonline.org/youth-and-continuing-ed-scholarships for more information.  

 

 Horatio Alger Scholarships 
Questions? Visit https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/ or call toll free at
866-763-9228

The American Educational Guidance Center recommends looking at their page for 60 no-cost scholarship search sites:  http://college-scholarships.com/

Other Scholarship Opportunities

 

ChamberofCommerce.org

The ChamberofCommerce.org we recently created a guide to college scholarships with helpful information and a variety of scholarships to look into.  

What We Do

Resource Family Consultants

Our staff includes Resource Family Consultants who specialize in one-on-one relationships, which provide foster parents with emotional encouragement, skill reinforcement, and parenting strategies unique to providing out-of-home care.

Scholarships

The Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association (NFAPA) offers scholarships to adoptive, foster, guardianship or kinship youth who wish to further their education beyond high school or GED.

Become a Foster Parent

There is an ongoing need in Nebraska for families willing to share their hearts and their homes with children who require temporary foster care. There is also a need for “forever” families for our waiting children, especially teens, who are available for adoption.