Heart & Purpose awards educational scholarships to graduating Fairfield County high school seniors, enrolling full-time at in-state college or university. Our U.S. Scholarship Program supports the educational advancement of students in Fairfield County by providing financial support and mentorship.
For the 2025-2026 academic year, we are thrilled to announce that we have expanded our U.S. scholarship in number and the amount granted.
THREE scholarships in the amount of $1250 each will be awarded to outstanding high school seniors in Fairfield County. We will be awarding:
Two (2) scholarships to any Fairfield County graduating high school senior who meet eligibility requirements and,
In commemoration of a dedicated supporter of our nonprofit and educational programs, we proudly introduce The Sheena Jeune Memorial Scholarship which will be awarded to
One (1) graduating high school senior of Haitian/Haitian American descent.
Application for the 2025-2026 academic year is now open!
Application Deadline: May 30, 2025
Graduating high school senior and a resident of Fairfield County (i.e. Stamford, Norwalk, Bridgeport). *
Enrolled as a full-time freshman at an accredited in-state college or university by Fall 2025.
Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Must demonstrate financial need.
Eligibility
Must complete 2025-2026 scholarship application.
Provide a 500 word essay.
Be enrolled for Fall 2025 semester and provide a copy of tuition bill and class schedule.
Participation in Heart & Purpose Mentoring Program.
Requirements
Students applying need to provide all requested documents, completed forms, and the essay required for the scholarship.
All information provided to Heart & Purpose during the application process is confidential.
Selected applicants will be invited for an interview with the Scholarship Committee.
* Student must be of Haitian/Haitian-American descent to be considered for the Sheena Jeune Memorial Scholarship.
Meet Our 2024-2025 Scholarship Recipients
Kamrin Wilson
“I am a firm believer that finding something that you are passionate about is the key to being truly happy in life, finding your purpose. It is safe to say that my passion lies in the realm of learning about different cultures.”
“To me, purpose is the motivation behind all we do and the guide that directs us on our life's path. It includes the desire to leave a lasting, positive mark that extends beyond our own lives, on both our community and the environment.”
Tiffany Aldana
Keyli Maldonado
“Purpose, to me, is the driving force that gives our lives direction and meaning. It is the motivation that propels us forward, even in the face of adversity. Particularly my childhood and the challenges I have faced.”
Djemima Duvernat
“I believe that certain situations and struggles happen for a specific reason. In the middle of it all it is hard to realize that what is happening has a purpose; it is only afterwards that everything makes more sense.”
2021-2024 Scholarship Gallery
