Sickle Cell Family Support Network Inc

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Education can open doors, and this scholarship opportunity may help make the journey a little easier.
The Vertex Foundation Scholarship for SCD & TDT Scholars is now open for applications. This scholarship provides $5,000 USD/CAD to support individuals living with sickle cell disease (SCD) or transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia (TDT), as well as their families, including siblings, spouses, children, and caregivers, as they pursue higher education.
Eligible applicants must be legal permanent residents of the United States or Canada and must be attending or planning to attend an accredited school in either country.
Whether you are pursuing a two-year, three-year, four-year, or graduate degree, this opportunity may help support your next step.
Key Details:
Applications are open now through May 6, 2026
Award amount: $5,000 USD/CAD
Recipients will be notified in June
Learn more and apply here:
https://scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/vertexfoundationscdtdt/
Please share with students, families, caregivers, advocates, and community members who may benefit from this opportunity.

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