College scholarships for students who are caregivers?

I've been a caregiver for a family member, and it's shaped a lot of who I am. Are there any scholarships specifically for students who have been caregivers? I'd love to know more about how I can find financial support for college.

Sure, there are quite a few scholarships out there designed for students who have been caregivers. They recognize the challenges you have endured and the maturity you have developed through your experience. Here are a few that come to mind:

1. "Road Scholar Caregiver Grants": They offer grants to adults who are caregivers for family members. They provide scholarships of up to $2000 for applicants who present a compelling case.

2. "Caring.com Student-Caregiver Scholarship": This scholarship awards students with $1500. It's available for high school seniors, current college, or grad students who have been caring for an older relative.

3. "Senior Care Scholarship": This offers one $1,500 scholarship to a student enrolled in an associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree who is currently caring for an aging loved one and can express why "Aging Matters" to them.

4. "AARP Foundation Women’s Scholarship Program": This one specifically helps women over age 50 who are caregivers looking to return to school. The amount varies year by year but it's definitely worth checking out!

To find more scholarships, you can use Appily's search engine or look at the scholarship databases of local community and service organizations, medical societies, and caregiver support groups. Additionally, contacting the financial aid offices of the schools to which you're applying can also help. They're often aware of additional resources that may fit your circumstances. Good luck in your college and scholarship search!