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Point Foundation empowers promising LGBTQ students to achieve their full academic and leadership potential – despite the obstacles often put before them – to make a significant impact on society.

April, 2020

Point Foundation Expands Its Community College Scholarship Program For LGBTQ+ Students

Point Foundation Expands Its Community College Scholarship Program For LGBTQ+ Students
LOS ANGELES, March 10, 2020 - Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students of merit, today announced the expansion of its community college scholarship program. Thanks to a new multi-year grant, Point will now offer the next generation of LGBTQ leaders two-years of financial support at community colleges. Applications are now open for the program which also includes targeted one-on-one coaching and leadership development.
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November, 2018

LGBTQ Students Encouraged to Apply for Scholarships

LGBTQ Students Encouraged to Apply for Scholarships
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students enrolling in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2019-2020 academic year are encouraged to apply online for a Point Foundation Scholarship. Point Foundation (Point) is the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for LGBTQ students of merit and currently is providing financial assistance and programmatic support to 97 students.
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July, 2018

LGBTQ Students Awarded Point Foundation Scholarships

LGBTQ Students Awarded Point Foundation Scholarships
LOS ANGELES, JUNE 20, 2018 - Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students, today announced its 2018 scholarship recipients. The 20 LGBTQ students were chosen to be Point Scholars from more than 2,000 applicants. Point is also welcoming 25 LGBTQ students to its Community College Scholarship Program.
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March, 2018

LGBTQ Community College Students Benefit from Scholarships

LGBTQ Community College Students Benefit from Scholarships
Los Angeles, February 15, 2018 –  Community Colleges are an increasingly useful and affordable steppingstone for students beginning their college career. Point Foundation (Point) encourages lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community college students who are planning to transfer to a four-year degree program to apply for its Community College Scholarship Program.
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November, 2017

Higher Ed Scholarships for LGBTQ Students

Higher Ed Scholarships for LGBTQ Students
Los Angeles, October 18, 2017 – Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students enrolling in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2018-2019 academic year are encouraged to apply online for a Point Foundation Scholarship. Point Foundation is the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for LGBTQ students of merit and currently is providing financial assistance and programmatic support to 98 students.
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September, 2017

As New School Semester Starts, Point Foundation Celebrates Scholarships For 98 LGBTQ Students

As New School Semester Starts, Point Foundation Celebrates Scholarships For 98 LGBTQ Students
LOS ANGELES, CA -  AUGUST 23, 2017 - As students across the country return to campus after a summer of political turmoil, Point Foundation (Point), the nation's most prominent scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students, is proud its 98 scholarship recipients are the largest and most diverse group of scholarship recipients in the organization's history.
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March, 2017

LGBTQ Students Benefit from Point Foundation Scholarship; Applications Accepted Online Starting March 1

LGBTQ Students Benefit from Point Foundation Scholarship; Applications Accepted Online Starting March 1
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly half of the nation's undergraduate students are enrolled at community colleges, which are an increasingly important springboard for advancing to a bachelor's degree. To help lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ) students transfer to a four-year degree program, Point Foundation (Point) welcomes applications for its Community College Scholarship.
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February, 2017

LGBTQ students - scholarship deadline approaching

LGBTQ students - scholarship deadline approaching
Los Angeles, January 9, 2017 – Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students seeking financial assistance for their undergraduate or graduate school education are encouraged to apply for a Point Foundation Scholarship. Students enrolling in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2017-2018 academic year are eligible to apply for Point's multiyear scholarship.
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November, 2016

Scholarships improve LGBTQ students' lives

Scholarships improve LGBTQ students' lives
Los Angeles, October 19, 2016 – Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students seeking financial assistance for their undergraduate or graduate school education are encouraged to apply for a Point Foundation Scholarship. Students enrolling in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2017-2018 academic year are eligible to apply for Point's multiyear scholarship.
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August, 2016

Partnership Results in New Community College Scholarships and Educational Advancement Programs

Partnership Results in New Community College Scholarships and Educational Advancement Programs
LOS ANGELES, July 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- With the cost of a four-year degree program an insurmountable financial hurdle for many students and families, today nearly half of all undergraduates are enrolled at community colleges. For 15 years, Point Foundation (Point), the largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students, has helped young people complete four-year and advanced degree programs. With support from longtime partner Wells Fargo, Point has launched a pilot program to help students in their final year at a community college achieve their goal of transferring to a four-year college or university.
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July, 2016

New scholarships help LGBTQ students overcome challenges

New scholarships help LGBTQ students overcome challenges

LOS ANGELES, JUNE 23, 2016 Point Foundation (Point), the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) students, today announced its 2016 class of 22 Point Foundation Scholars, as well as the launch of its new Community College Scholarship Program, which awarded scholarships to its first class of 11 students. [Lists of names appears at the end of this release].

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November, 2015

Point Foundation, Nation's Largest LGBTQ Scholarship Provider, Ready for New Applicants November 1

Point Foundation, Nation's Largest LGBTQ Scholarship Provider, Ready for New Applicants November 1
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students seeking financial assistance for their undergraduate or graduate school education are encouraged to apply for a Point Foundation Scholarship. Point Foundation (Point) is the nation's largest scholarship-granting organization for LGBTQ students of merit and currently provides financial assistance and programmatic support to 85 students. Students enrolling in undergraduate or graduate programs for the 2016-2017 academic year are eligible to apply for Point's multiyear scholarship.
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April, 2015

Jeffrey Tambor to Be Honored by Point Foundation

Jeffrey Tambor to Be Honored by Point Foundation
NEW YORK, March 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Point Foundation (Point) will honor actor Jeffrey Tambor, the 2015 Golden Globe winner for his performance in the hit Amazon series "Transparent," with the Point Courage Award.  The Award recognizes an individual who has advocated for the future of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community, and lives with the vision that investing in today's potential will produce a brighter tomorrow.
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