BIA-MO Educational Scholarships
BIA-MO Educational Scholarships will return in 2027! Stay tuned for more information!
The Brain Injury Association of Missouri (BIA-MO) is pleased to offer educational scholarships for survivors of brain injury to pursue post-secondary education.
Priority for Scholarship awards will be Missouri residents. Adjacent state residents who utilize brain injury related services in Missouri or applicants accepted to attend a Missouri-based qualified educational institution may be considered.
Qualified educational institutions include two-year colleges, four-year colleges or universities, and vocational and trade school programs. Scholarship award of $750 each may be used for expenses directly related to post-secondary education. Allowable expenses include tuition, room and board, books, required class material such as workbooks, specialized tools, etc.
Scholarships
21-14 Concussion Awareness Foundation Educational Scholarship
Memorial scholarship of the 21-14 Concussion Awareness Foundation to honor the giving of time and talent by John Stefan Gaal, Jr. The 21-14 Concussion Awareness Foundation Scholarship will provide one (1) award.
Griggs Injury Law Educational Scholarship
Corporate scholarship of Griggs Injury Law, LLC to assist survivors of brain injury in Western Missouri and Kansas counties of Johnson and Wyandotte. The Griggs Injury Law Educational Scholarships will provide two (2) awards.
LifeStreams Rehabilitation Educational Scholarship
Corporate Scholarship of LifeStreams to assist survivors of brain injury from Missouri or the Kansas City Metro Area to pursue a rehabilitation-related career. The LifeStreams Rehabilitation Educational Scholarship will provide two (2) awards.
Ransin Injury Law Educational Scholarship
Corporate scholarship of Ransin Injury Law to assist survivors of brain injury to follow their passion and pursue post-secondary education. The Ransin Injury Law Educational Scholarship will provide two (2) awards.
SSM Health Rehabilitation Network Educational Scholarship
Corporate scholarship of SSM Health Rehabilitation Network–Select Medical Partnership to assist survivors of brain injury on their road of recovery through encouragement and support for post-secondary education. The SSM Health Rehabilitation Network Scholarship program offers two (2) awards.
Jim and Lori Winter Scholarship
Honors the memory of Jim and Lori Winter for their leadership the Brain Injury Association of Missouri. Donations to BIA-MO support the Jim and Lori Winter Scholarship Fund. Donations to BIA-MO support the Jim and Lori Winter Scholarship Fund will provide two (2) awards.
Submit application to:
Mail: Brain Injury Association of Missouri, Inc.
2265 Schuetz Road
Saint Louis, MO 63146-3409
Fax: (314) 426-3290 Email: info@biamo.org
One application is submitted for consideration for all BIA-MO Educational Scholarships.
Awards will be one scholarship per recipient.
Required Material for BIA-MO Scholarships Application.
- Application Cover Sheet
- Application Essay: Up to 500 words by the survivor of brain injury sharing how and when their brain injury occurred, challenges that have resulted, and education status, successes and goals. This essay should also include the applicant’s educational plans and how the BIA-MO Scholarship program will assist in reaching the goals.
- Two letters of reference: From individuals familiar with applicant’s abilities and educational/training goals such as a teacher, rehabilitation therapist, counselor, or employer.
- Acceptance Verification: Documentation showing acceptance to the college, university or training program of applicant’s choice.
Selection Process
The same application is used for consideration for each scholarship. There is no need to submit separate applications.
The Scholarship Committee reviews all applications. Decisions by the Scholarship Committee are final. All applicants are notified of the Committee’s decision, regardless of scholarship award or not.
The BIA-MO Scholarship payment is sent directly to the educational institution.
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