Continue Your Education with the Kids Chance of Florida Scholarship USA
Offered by Kids Chance of Florida this scholarship helps students continue their education despite the financial challenges that may follow a parent workplace accident
The program supports young people who are determined to move forward with their academic goals career dreams and personal future even after difficult family circumstances
Scholarship Details
The Kids Chance of Florida Scholarship 2026 is hosted in the United States
The scholarship provider is Kids Chance of Florida
The scholarship value is up to 10000 USD
A total of 14 awards are available
The application deadline is 27 June 2026
The scholarship is open to high school seniors trade school students undergraduate students and graduate students
This scholarship is based on financial need and merit
The program supports students whose parent suffered a serious workplace injury or death connected to a Florida Workers Compensation claim or a Longshore Harbor Workers Compensation claim
The scholarship was established in 2015 to assist students facing financial hardship after a parent work related injury or death
Degree Level
The scholarship is open to students pursuing trade or vocational education
Undergraduate degree students may apply
Graduate degree students may also apply
High school seniors who plan to continue their education after graduation are eligible to apply
Available Fields
Students from all academic fields and study programs may apply
There are no restrictions on the chosen subject or major
Applicants may pursue academic vocational technical or professional training programs at eligible institutions
Benefits
Selected students may receive scholarship funding of up to 10000 USD
The scholarship can help cover tuition and other educational expenses
Students may have the opportunity to renew the scholarship by reapplying each year
The award supports access to higher education vocational training and graduate studies
The scholarship helps reduce financial barriers caused by family income loss after a workplace accident
The number and amount of scholarships may vary depending on available funding
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is primarily intended for eligible students residing in Florida
Applicants must meet the scholarship conditions connected to Florida workers compensation or Longshore Harbor Workers Compensation cases
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be between 16 and 25 years old
Applicants must have a parent who suffered a serious work related injury or death
The parent injury or death must be connected to a Florida Workers Compensation claim or a Longshore Harbor Workers Compensation claim
Applicants must demonstrate a substantial decline in family income for at least 12 months
Applicants must meet the required academic standards and scholarship guidelines
Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an eligible educational institution
New applicants and returning scholarship recipients must apply each year