Through our education scholarships, The Alexander Foundation has continued a tradition of caring for the LGBTQ+ community to overcome barriers they may face in pursuit of academic success.

2026 Scholarships are now available! Click here to begin your scholarship application today!

Applications are due by April 5th, 2026

Applicants for ALL scholarships must:

  • Identify as LGBTQIA+
  • Live in Colorado
  • Be attending school now or planning to start by Fall 2026
  • Attend an accredited Colorado college, university, or trade/technical program
    • (If you need an exception—online program, out-of-state, summer program, or a trade school explain it in your personal essay.)

Award Information: 

Scholarships are decided by The Alexander Foundation’s Scholarship Committee based on merit, financial need, and service to the LGBTQIA+ community.
Awards range from $300 to $3,000

Your contact information is only shared within the Foundation and may be used to notify you of Foundation activities.
You may apply multiple years, but you can receive a total of up to $9,000 overall.

Required Application Materials

  • A complete application includes:
  • Completed application form (this form)
  • Personal essay (max 500 words)
  • Two signed letters of recommendation
    • At least one from a teacher/instructor
    • Academic letters should be on school letterhead
  • Copy of a state or federal photo ID

Personal Essay Prompts

Your essay should include:

  • Who you are and what your goals are
  • How this scholarship will help you
  • Your financial need
  • How you support—or plan to support—the LGBTQIA+ community
  • Any request for an exception to the Colorado school requirement (if needed)

 

The Alexander Foundation Scholarships

Scholarships awarded from The Alexander Foundation provide financial assistance to those seeking a higher education degree from an accredited institution in the State of Colorado. Selection for awards are based on merit, need, and service to the LGBTQ+ community. Annual scholarship award amounts range from $300 to $3,000.

Applicants may apply as often as they wish; however, recipients are limited to a cumulative maximum award limit of $9,000.

 

The David and Sharon Alexander Scholarship

The David and Sharon Alexander Scholarship was created through a generous donation from the Alexander family. This scholarship, named for David and Sharon Alexander, serves to honor the contributions they made to furthering the education of their children, through providing funding to future generations of educators.

Awarded annually to a student pursuing a degree that supports education and learning, recipients will receive a $1000 scholarship to be used on any school related expense. Students awarded the David and Sharon Alexander Scholarship are eligible for a continued annual award of $1000 for up to four years.

Eligibility and Process

  • In addition to the requirements listed above, each applicant must also:​
  • Demonstrate financial need in their application process.
  • Fill out an additional supplement, providing a statement that addresses the importance of education and your goals for pursuing a degree in an education related field.

Applicants who are not awarded the David and Sharon Alexander Foundation Scholarship will automatically be considered for all other Alexander Foundation Scholarships.

 

The Jordon Connor Memorial Scholarship

The Jordon Connor Memorial Scholarship was created through a generous donation from Michael & Gina Connor and Michael Alexander. The scholarship, named for Jordon Connor, serves to honor Jordon by providing funding to future generations of mental health providers dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ communities.

Awarded annually to two students pursuing a degree in a mental health-related field, recipients receive a $1,000 scholarship for any school-related expenses. Students who are awarded the Jordon Connor Memorial Scholarship are eligible for a continued annual award of $1,000 for up to four years.

Eligibility and Process

In addition to the requirements listed above, each applicant must also:

  • Be pursuing a degree in a mental health-related field (social work, psychology, counseling, etc.) at an accredited institution of higher education in the state of Colorado Students pursuing their first degree post-high school will be given preference. However, any student pursuing a degree in a mental health-related field is eligible and encouraged to apply.
  • Demonstrate financial need in their application process.
  • Fill out an additional supplement, providing a statement that addresses the importance of education and your goals for pursuing a degree in a mental health-related field.

Applicants who are not awarded the Jordon Connor Memorial Scholarship will automatically be considered for all other Alexander Foundation Scholarships.

The Delta Dental Scholarship

The Delta Dental Scholarship was created through a generous donation from Delta Dental. The scholarship provides funding to future generations of dental and oral hygiene providers dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ communities.

Awarded annually to a student pursuing a degree in a dental or oral hygiene related field, recipients receive a $1,000 scholarship for any school-related expenses. Students who are awarded the Delta Dental Scholarship are eligible for a continued annual award of $1,000 for up to four years.

Eligibility and Process

In addition to the requirements listed above, each applicant must also:

  • Be pursuing a degree in a dental or oral hygiene related field at an accredited institution of higher education in the state of Colorado. Students pursuing their first degree post-high school will be given preference. However, any student pursuing a degree in a dental or oral hygiene related field is eligible and encouraged to apply.
  • Demonstrate financial need in their application process.
  • Fill out an additional supplement, providing a statement that addresses the importance of education and your goals for pursuing a degree in a dental or oral hygiene related field.

Applicants who are not awarded the Delta Dental Scholarship will automatically be considered for all other Alexander Foundation Scholarships.