Hilarity for Clarity Humans of Dementia Scholarships 2026

This scholarship focuses on storytelling as a tool to drive awareness and inspire change about Alzheimer's disease. By focusing on the person and not the disease, Humans of Dementia aims to bring light to and elevate the conversation around Alzheimer's disease so we can reduce the stigma and shame often surrounding loved ones living with the disease.

HFC awards 12 scholarships: 6 for high school students and 6 for college students. Awards for the written profile and photo essay categories include three cash awards of $1500 each, along with a Virtual Awards

Summary

1. Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
2. Value: $1,500
3. Study Level: Undergraduate
4. Sponsor: Hilarity for Clarity
5. Eligible Country: Canada

Eligibility Criteria for Hilarity for Clarity Humans of Dementia Scholarships 2026

1. Be enrolled in high school or college in the U.S. or Canada. Home-schooled students are eligible to enter. Graduate students are eligible to enter.
2. Feature someone currently living with or who has passed away from Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia.
3. Submit no more than one entry per category. You may submit one entry in both categories (one written and one photo entry).
4. Keep your written submissions to no more than 750 words - must be original content. No AI-generated content will be considered for award.
5. Include parental consent in your application if you are under the age of 18.

Any questions can be sent to: humans@wearehfc.org

Benefits of Hilarity for Clarity Humans of Dementia Scholarships 2026

1. $1,500

How to Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Hilarity for Clarity on humansofdementia.submittable.com to apply

For more details, visit HFC Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Application Link(s)

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