Every interaction, even within broken systems, can and should protect individual dignity. For scholarship providers, this guiding principle turns the application process into a reputation strategy, requiring clarity, timely responses, and seeking reasons to say “Yes!”.

Get your scholarship application ready for the next cycle with these 8 actionable tips. Learn how to simplify your form, make it mobile-friendly, and use technology to streamline your process, saving time for both students and your organization.

Learn best legal and ethical practices for donor involvement in scholarship selection to ensure your program adheres to regulations and avoids common pitfalls.

Explore the major decisions and essential adjustments your organization will encounter when integrating 529 plans into your scholarship program, from defining your purpose to establishing accounts and training stakeholders.

Learn about using 529 plans to award scholarships and the benefits they offer both providers and students. This guide answers common questions and provides essential tips for integrating them into your scholarship program. Updated July 2025 with what we’ve learned from our recent work with clients and from the 529 industry.

Discover seven creative approaches to infusing fun and engagement into your scholarship program, delighting students, staff, and donors alike.

Learn why non-tuition costs are a major burden for college students and explore a framework for implementing startup grants to support their essential needs.

Discover how to strategically target your scholarship funding using the Opportunity Atlas. This guide provides actionable steps for data-driven decision-making.

Scholarship providers can prepare for potential disruptions to student financial aid by implementing key strategies that ensure students continue to access and persist in higher education despite legislative changes and financial uncertainty.

Learn essential compliance strategies and governance insights to strengthen your scholarship program against increased regulatory scrutiny while maximizing student impact in 2025's challenging landscape.

Your students' thank-you messages are the most powerful donor engagement tool you have. Here's how to collect them, share them, and build deeper donor connections without overcomplicating the process.

Download our free, customizable donor reporting template designed specifically for scholarship programs to effectively communicate impact, showcase student success stories, and inspire continued giving.

Eleven actionable strategies for scholarship providers to evolve their programs and better support the diverse needs of today's college students, moving beyond traditional stereotypes.

Understand the characteristics that separate good scholarship programs from great ones, plus 10 self-assessment questions to evaluate yours.

Navigate the evolving landscape of scholarship programs in 2025; learn why a robust policy is crucial for compliance, impact, and resilience amid regulatory shifts and attacks.

Learn actionable strategies for scholarship providers to support international students facing visa revocations and deportation during the current immigration crisis. We outline how organizations can honor their commitments to students by providing direct financial support, simplifying requirements, and maintaining educational continuity across borders.

Discover how to convert your scholarship committee volunteers into long-term donors and advocates. Get a proven stewardship strategy, email template, and creative engagement ideas to boost retention and giving.

Discover how internship programs can provide cost-effective administrative support, fresh perspectives, and professional development opportunities for scholarship organizations while alleviating team overwhelm.

Discover how a Scholarship Hotline can eliminate barriers for students facing crisis—providing immediate, human-centered support through a simple phone call. Learn how to design a model that reaches the students who need it most.

Learn practical strategies to protect vulnerable students through secure data management, trusted review processes, and encrypted communications. Discover how to implement privacy-focused practices that shield your students from heightened scrutiny while maintaining program effectiveness.