Apply for a scholarship
We take education seriously, knowing that it has the power to help LGBTQ+ people overcome complex social and economic barriers. For over 20 years, we have partnered with donors to create scholarships that provide unique opportunities and access to education, both in New York City and throughout the country.
We are only able to fund grants and scholarships to institutions within the United States & its territories. Inquiries from those seeking funding outside the U.S. may not receive a reply due to limited staff resources.
If you have questions about scholarships, please review our scholarships FAQ page first. If you cannot find an answer to your question, send us an email at scholarships@stonewallfoundation.org.
The Aritzia Scholarship
The Aritzia Scholarship was established in 2021 to support LGBTQ+ women in their pursuit of higher education. Aritzia, the global design-house known for its Everyday Luxury™ wardrobe essentials, is committed to building A Better Everyday. Together™ and supporting LGBTQ+ women who are currently pursuing or plan to work in one of the following fields:
Business
Fashion design
Retail Management
Social Justice Advocacy
Centered on Aritzia’s values, the scholarship prioritizes LGBTQ+ women who demonstrate excellence and creativity and who have made a positive impact in their communities. Each awarded student will receive a one-time scholarship of $5,000 in the student’s local currency, paid directly to the student’s school. Scholarships will be awarded in Summer 2025.
The application consists of 3 short essay questions, a letter of recommendation, and transcripts from your latest academic institution. Centered on Aritzia’s values, the scholarship prioritizes students who demonstrate excellence and creativity and who have made a positive impact on their communities.
Applicants should meet all of the following criteria:
Identify as a woman in the LGBTQ+ community;
Be a currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in the United States; and
Study or plan to work in business, fashion design, retail management, or social justice advocacy.
Please note that applicants must be current undergraduate or masters students. High school seniors (rising college freshmen or first-year students) and PhD students are not eligible to apply.
The 2025 Aritzia Scholarship application is now closed. Check back in early 2026 for the next wave of scholarships, or join the mailing list below to learn when next year’s application opens!
The Traub-Dicker Rainbow Scholarship was established by Peggy Traub and Phyllis Dicker to encourage and support lesbians in their pursuit of higher education. This program provides one-year scholarships of $4,000 to several students graduating high school or already enrolled in college in any year of study, including graduate school. Scholarships are paid directly to the recipient’s school and are applied toward tuition.
The application consists of 3 short essay questions, a letter of recommendation, and transcripts from your latest academic institution. There is no minimum GPA requirement. Submissions are judged on academic achievement, community service and leadership, and commitment to impacting LGBTQ+ issues.
To be eligible, applicants must:
Identify as a lesbian
Plan to attend a college or university in the United States (including graduate school) in Fall 2025
The 2025 Traub-Dicker Rainbow Scholarship application is now closed. Check back in early 2026 for the next wave of scholarships, or join the mailing list below to learn when next year’s application opens! Please note that Stonewall Community Foundation’s website is the only accurate source for information about our scholarships.