National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships

Each year NPVA offers merit-based scholarships for students who are committed to volunteering and making a difference in their communities. Our scholarships are open to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Be currently enrolled or plan to be enrolled part-time or full-time in an accredited U.S. college or university. Vocational/technical, two-year, four-year, or graduate institutions are eligible.

  • Be a high school junior or senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student

  • Have a grade point average of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 system

  • Recipients must provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA and proof of enrollment

Recent Winners

Recent winners and their winning essays

  • Eligibility: The Act of Kindness Scholarship supports students who are committed to helping others in their schools or communities.

    Amount: $1,000

    Deadline: February 28, 2025

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  • Eligibility: This scholarship is awarded to students who participate in volunteer work and community service.

    Amount: $1,000

    Deadline: May 31, 2025

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  • Eligibility: This scholarship helps students who are involved in their communities.

    Amount: $1,000

    Deadline: September 30, 2024

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  • Eligibility: This scholarship honors the memory of Aaliyah Lee who committed herself to the educational opportunities of her children.

    Amount: $1,000

    Deadline: November 30, 2024

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