Applications must be received by April 10, 2026
The NJ State Elks Special Children’s Committee is offering scholarships for graduating NJ seniors with disabilities. Two $10,000 awards and two $4,000 runner-up scholarships are available.

The program awards:

• Two $10,000 scholarships (one male, one female)
• Two $4,000 runner-up scholarships
• Scholarship aid is provided in the form of annual tuition payments:
• Up to $2,500 per year for winners
• Up to $1,000 per year for runners-up
• Funding may continue for up to four years.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a bona fide New Jersey resident
• Must be a graduating senior attending a New Jersey high school
• Must have a verified physical and/or mental disability (including learning disabilities)
• Awards are based on academic standing, financial need, and general worthiness

A QR code is available on the flyer to access the application.

Eligibility	Must be a bona fide New Jersey resident Must be a graduating senior attending a New Jersey high school Must have a verified physical and/or mental disability (including learning disabilities) Awards are based on academic standing, financial need, and general worthiness
Age Groups	Adolescents
Community Services	Education Special Education
Health Services	Intellectual and Developmental Needs Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Learning Disabilities Special Needs
Payment Types	Scholarships / Financial Aid
Areas Served	State-Wide

Last Updated: 02/23/26