Tiffany Diamond Memorial Scholarship
United Parent Support for Down Syndrome
Award: $1,000
Deadline: Apr 1, 2026
To support an individual who is pursuing a junior college, undergraduate, or graduate degree in a therapeutic field (e.g. occupational, physical, speech, recreational, social work, psychology). Qualifications: Applicants must be a U.S. citizen; personal connection and/or family involvement in support of UPS for DownS activities or programs is a requirement; scholarship awards are awarded one time only and the scholarship award is not renewable; past scholarship award winners may not re-apply. past applicants who did not receive a scholarship award are encouraged to re-apply; do not need to reside in Illinois. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on the applicant’s essay or personal statement; involvement with UPS for DownS and the disability community; letters of recommendation; academic achievement, independent living skills, and employment; in addition to meeting the basic eligibility qualifications, applicants will be judged on their demonstrated accomplishments, obstacles overcome, leadership, community involvement, and how their experiences with the disability community reflect the mission of UPS for DownS. How to apply: Applicants must submit online application form; all applications must be submitted in hard copy; 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; each application packet should be organized as follows: applicant information form, essay/personal statement, letters of recommendation, service activity sheet, additional supporting documentation. Focus: Occupational therapy; Physical therapy; Psychology; Social work; Speech and language pathology/Audiology.