(Latino Equality Alliance)
The Latino Equality Alliance is accepting applications for its annual scholarship program. LGBTQ+ Latinx students interested in the organization’s mission and the broader LGBTQ+ movement are encouraged to apply.
LEA Scholarship Program recipients also participate in career and professional development workshops led by Latinx LGBTQ+ leaders.
Since launching in 2018, LEA’s LGBTQ+ Youth Scholarships have awarded more than $160,000 to help students reach their educational goals.
“Our goal at the Latino Equality Alliance is to open doors and create pathways for LGBTQ+ youth to follow their dreams and become leaders in their communities,” said Eddie Martinez, executive director of LEA. “Each scholarship recipient reminds us what’s possible when young people are supported, affirmed, and given the opportunity to succeed.”
The Latino Equality Alliance (LEA) is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to advancing the rights and well-being of LGBTQ+ Latinx youth and their families.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Age 16+ years old
Undocumented and Dream Act Students are eligible
High school seniors residing within the greater Los Angeles area who will be attending an accredited college, university, or vocational school or;
Current undergrad and graduate students (who attended high school in the Los Angeles County area) attending an accredited college, university, or vocational school.
Proof of acceptance or attendance to an accredited college, university, or vocational school will be required.
The scholarship is targeted towards self-identified Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or other identities within the LGBTQ+ community, graduating high school seniors and/or current undergrad/graduate students.
Must have at least a 2.0 or above GPA.
Awardees are required to attend the LGBTQ+ Youth Scholarship Award Ceremony on May 16th, 2026.
The deadline is March 23. To apply, visit www.somoslea.org/lgbtq-youth-college-scholarship-application/.
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