Sunflowers of Hope Scholarship
Sunflowers of Hope Scholarship
The Sunflowers of Hope Scholarship, provided by Arlett Gutierrez, offers $2200 to high school seniors in California who are BIPOC and have a disability. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.7 or higher and submit an essay about how art helps them cope with their disability.
Apr 30, 2026
20 days left
$2200
Award amount
48
Scholarship applicants
5
Requirements
Who can apply
- High school senior
- BIPOC
- California resident
- GPA of 2.7 or higher
- Has a disability
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
_published
Study levels
high_school_senior
Number of awards
3
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Ensure you meet the GPA requirement of 2.7 or higher.
- Confirm your eligibility as a BIPOC student with a disability.
- Prepare an essay (400-600 words) on how art helps you cope with your disability.
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Payout method details
- Provider's official website URL
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (3 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Start your essay early to reflect on how art impacts your life.
- Proofread your essay to ensure clarity and coherence.
- Verify all eligibility criteria before applying.
Key requirements (3)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Essay prompt: Please share how art helps you cope with your disability and keeps you motivated and engaged. Essay requirements: min length 400, max length 600.
- Education Level: High school senior Race: BIPOC State: California GPA: 2.7 GPA or higher Background: Disability.
- Sunflowers are the symbol for people who deal with hidden disabilities, and who often struggle to get the help and accommodations they need.….
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Essay or written statement
- Portfolio or external link
- Portfolio
Applying
To apply, submit an essay (400-600 words) on how art helps you cope with your disability by April 30, 2026.
Award & payment
Amount: $2200
Number of awards: 3
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Supporting students with disabilities both seen and hidden in their collage dreams.
Overview
The Sunflowers of Hope Scholarship supports California high school seniors who are BIPOC and have a disability, offering $2200 to aid in their education.
Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 9, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.