The TBH Impact Scholarship
Scholarship Cycle
2026
Application Opens
Monday, 5/18/2026
Application Closes
Friday, 6/5/2026
The TBH Impact Scholarship awards needs-based scholarships to high school students to enable young people to pursue either non-traditional or higher education paths to achieve financial independence and to promote economic mobility.
For the 2026 application period, two (2) scholarships in the amount of $500 will be awarded. Student scholars will be selected based on their contributions to and impact in their local communities
At the time of the application period, applicants must be either:
A senior in high school, or
Enrolled in post-secondary school, which may include GED, community college, or trade school programs.
Be sure to review the eligibility requirements listed below before submitting an application.
Awardees will be notified Friday, 6/12/2026, and funds will be distributed no later than Tuesday, 6/30/2026.
Any questions about The TBH Movement Impact Scholarship and application process can be directed to Fonda Tokushige, LCSW, at fonda@thetbhmovement.org.
Eligibility Requirements
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Applicants must be either:
Currently enrolled as a high school senior and expect to receive a high school diploma by June 2026, or
Currently enrolled in post-secondary school, which may include GED, community college, or trade school programs.
Additionally, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Attend a CA-based high school or post-secondary school or program
Verify a minimum 2.5 GPA if selected
Confirm submission or verify intent to submit a FAFSA application for the 2026-2027 academic year
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Applicants may not be:
International students (with the exception of students at DoD schools)
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Applicants will be evaluated based on their ability to:
Clearly identify their academic and/or vocational goals
Describe how the funds will be used
Demonstrate community involvement and contributions
Provide a personal statement that reflects the applicant’s values and priorities