UPS for DownS Sibling Scholarship
United Parent Support for Down Syndrome
Award: $1,500
Deadline: Apr 1, 2026
To recognize of the fact that growing up with a sibling with Down syndrome brings out outstanding qualities in individuals. Qualifications: Applicants must be pursuing a junior college, undergraduate, or a graduate degree and have a sibling with down syndrome; must be a U.S. citizen; personal connection and/or family involvement in support of UPS for downs activities or programs is a requirement; past scholarship award winners may not re-apply; past applicants who did not receive a scholarship award are encouraged to re-apply; applicants do not need to reside in Illinois. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria. How to apply: Applicants must submit online nomination form; application packet; essay or personal statement; letters of recommendation; service activity sheet; additional supporting documentation; all application materials (including supporting documentation) must be submitted and mailed in the same packet; submit two (2) copies of all application materials with the candidate’s name on the cover of each. Focus: General studies/Field of study not specified.