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State of Kindness Academic Scholarship
Funding for Ontario students entering post-secondary studies
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
The State of Kindness Academic Scholarship offers up to $15,000 CAD per year for eligible education expenses. It supports Ontario students entering full-time post-secondary studies, including bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate programs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Full-time post-secondary studies in a bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate program
Documents Needed
- Two letters of reference
- Up-to-date resume
- Current Grade 11 and 12 transcripts
- About Me essay
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Ontario high school students
- Students entering full-time post-secondary studies
Who is not eligible
- Students who are not residents of Ontario
- Students who are not in their final year of high school
- Applicants who do not meet the academic requirement
Eligible expenses
- Eligible education expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Applicants are considered if they meet the published eligibility criteria.
- Selected applicants receive scholarship support through the program.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted no later than March 31.
- Spelling and grammar are considered important in the application.
- Recent reference letters are preferred, ideally dated within a few months of the application.
- Applicants are encouraged to put effort into the About Me section and include unique personal details.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the State of Kindness Academic Scholarship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the State of Kindness Academic Scholarship. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the State of Kindness Academic Scholarship?
The State of Kindness Academic Scholarship offers up to $15,000 CAD per year for eligible education expenses. It supports Ontario students entering full-time post-secondary studies, including bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate programs.
How much funding can be received?
State of Kindness Academic Scholarship Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the State of Kindness Academic Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the State of Kindness Academic Scholarship program, you must:
Ontario resident
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Final-year high school student
What expenses are eligible under State of Kindness Academic Scholarship?
Full-time post-secondary studies in a bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate program
Who can I contact for more information about the State of Kindness Academic Scholarship?
You can contact State of Kindness Foundation (SOK) by email at info@stateofkindness.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the State of Kindness Academic Scholarship available?
The State of Kindness Academic Scholarship program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the State of Kindness Academic Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
State of Kindness Academic Scholarship is a Grant and Funding