Student Scholarships

Looking for ways to fund your education?

We’ve gathered a wide range of scholarship opportunities from trusted organizations to help students and educators access valuable resources.

Visit the links below to discover programs that support academic success and career goals. Start exploring today and take the next step toward your future!

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2026 Scholarship Opportunities

Baton Rouge Area Foundation Scholarships
The list of the scholarships underwritten by our donors is below. The automated application system lets you apply for scholarships that are open at the time.
Chick-Fil-A True Inspiration Awards
The True Inspiration Awards® program was created in 2015 to honor the legacy of Chick-fil-A® founder S. Truett Cathy. Through these annual grants, it is our pleasure to celebrate and support nonprofit organizations making an impact in their local communities. True Inspiration Awards grants range from $30,000 to $350,000, with $6 million awarded in 2025 to organizations throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, Canada and the United Kingdom.
Coca Cola Scholarships
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.
DECA
We prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for college and careers.
Home Bank Scholarship
The Home Bank Scholarship fund was established as a means to give back and support the children of Home Bank employees as they begin the next chapter of life. Online applications will be accepted from January 1 through March 31.
McDonald's Hacer Scholarship
The McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship opens doors and transforms futures with $1 million in scholarships awarded to support up to 100 outstanding students across the country, giving them the boost they need to chase their dreams. To date, more than 17,000 students have written their own stories with the help of over $35 million in scholarships. They are proof that dedication, passion and hard work have no limits. Recipients are selected for their academic achievements, community impact, personal statement, and financial need. For McDonald’s, supporting these students means believing in them and in everything their future holds.
Whataburger Community Connections
Our signature community program, Feeding Student Success, focuses our charitable giving at the intersection of food insecurity and education through college resource rooms, scholarships and community investments. Since launching the program in 2020, we’ve given more than $6.5 million to support communities and students in need.