Mennonite Aid Plan Scholarship 2026 , USA (Funding up to $1,000)
The Mennonite Aid Plan Scholarship is a faith-based scholarship designed to support college and graduate students who are active members of Mennonite and related churches on the U.S. West Coast. Offered by Mennonite Aid Plan, this scholarship helps develop future church leaders while easing the financial burden of higher education.
Degree Level
- Undergraduate (College Junior or Senior)
- Graduate (Master’s or higher)
Available Subjects
- All Majors
- All Academic Disciplines
Benefits
$1,000 scholarship award
- Up to 5 students selected each year
- Funds help cover:
- Tuition fees
- Books and supplies
- Educational expenses
- Supports leadership development within Mennonite and related church communities
Eligible Nationalities
Open to all nationalities, provided church affiliation and enrollment criteria are met
Religious Affiliation Requirement
Applicants must be a member or regular attender of one of the following churches:
- Mennonite
- Mennonite Brethren
- Brethren in Christ
- Missionary (Vinia)
- Church of the Brethren
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Mennonite Aid Plan Scholarship, applicants must meet all three of the following conditions:
- Be a member or regular attender of an eligible church located in:
- Arizona (AZ)
- California (CA)
- Oregon (OR)
- Washington (WA)
- Be enrolled in a 4-year college, university, or graduate school on the West Coast
- Be at least a college junior with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Additional Notes:
- Applicants may apply multiple years
- Preference is given to students who have not previously received the scholarship
Application Procedure
Follow the steps below to apply:
Apply Online
- Complete the official Mennonite Aid Plan Scholarship application form.
- Application Period
- Opens: April 1
- Closes: July 1
- Submit a Complete Application
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Award Notification
- Scholarships awarded on August 1
All applicants notified shortly afterward
Purpose of the Mennonite Aid Plan Scholarship
The scholarship program aims to:
- Build positive relationships with young people in Mennonite and related churches
- Support the academic growth of church-affiliated students
- Assist in the development of future church and community leaders
- Give back to the wider church family through educational support
