ᰔ Hi girlies! July Deadlines You Don’t Want to Miss (Scholarships + Free Travel!)

ᰔ ฅ՞•ﻌ•՞ฅ Hi girlies!

Okay, real talk. You’ve probably seen us post about “all-expenses-paid” programs or scholarships with super niche eligibility, and maybe you’ve wondered… how do they even find these?? 😅

Here’s the truth: we dig. Like, really dig.
My laptop has 25+ tabs open at all times—fellowship pages, nonprofit newsletters, even random old college PDFs from 2021. I check corporate DEI pages, LinkedIn job boards, and niche orgs that don’t always show up in Google searches. I look for things that aren’t already blowing up on social media.

We look for:

• Fully funded = $0 to attend

• Free travel, hotel, or stipend

• Open to high school or college students (esp. first-gen or low-income)

• Real application process, not just a giveaway

Sometimes we reach out directly to the orgs or dig through subpages most people never see. I keep a running list of places that usually launch cool stuff in summer, and when deadlines are close—I flag them for you.

So if you ever feel like “I don’t know what to apply to” or “it’s probably too competitive,” just know: the hardest part is often finding the opportunity. And we already did that for you 💅

Now it’s your turn to show up 💖

P.S. $500 National Essay Competition closes July 10th!
Open to high school & college students nationwide → Apply here

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Advice Column 💌

How We Actually Find These Fully Funded Programs + other opportunities

I get this question a lot: "How do you even find these fully funded programs?"
The truth is—it’s a mix of deep research, digital sleuthing, and knowing where to look. Not everything is easy to Google, especially scholarships and programs that don’t have fancy websites. So here’s how we actually find and verify the best opportunities for you every week:

🧠 How We Search:

• Google Advanced Search with keywords like:
  "all expenses paid program site:.org"
"fully funded leadership summit 2025"
"college internship with stipend"
  (Then sort by Tools → Past Month to get fresh results.)

• Facebook Groups like Scholarships for College Students or First-Gen Opportunities—people often drop niche or under-the-radar programs here.

• Reddit threads like r/scholarships and r/college—just filter by New or Top This Month for real-time leads.

• X (Twitter) using phrases like “student summit open now”, “DEI program 2025”, or “paid student fellowship”, then sort by Latest to catch them early.

• LinkedIn—we search early-career program, student opportunity, or summer experience, and filter Posts by Latest. Also helpful to check company pages (Spotify, Google, McKinsey) where they quietly announce invite-only programs.

📷 Why So Many Scholarships We Share Are Image-Based

You’ve probably noticed that a lot of the scholarships we post come in screenshot form—and there’s a reason for that!

Many small orgs, newer nonprofits, or student-led initiatives don’t have full websites or dedicated pages for their scholarships. Instead, they post them as:

• Instagram flyers or story slides

• Canva graphics

• Google Docs or Drive links

• Screenshots on group chats or Facebook posts

These aren’t SEO-optimized, which means Google can’t find them in search. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is what makes a website or page show up in search results. But when details are inside an image or PDF, search engines can’t "read" them—so they’re basically invisible unless you’re already following the right page.

That’s why:

• We screenshot them, re-share with clear text, deadlines, and eligibility

• We give context (who it’s for, what’s included, is it legit?)

• And we include them in our newsletter so you get access even if you missed the original post

✨ In other words: we make low-visibility scholarships visible—especially the ones that should be getting attention but aren’t.

✨ We usually don’t promote no-essay scholarships, but I personally spoke with the ScholarshipOwl team and they were really kind. They actually have 4 real winners every month, and students have used the funds for college, food, and even vet school! The $50,000 ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship is open now and super easy to apply for — no GPA, no essay, just a quick form.

💸 50 winners in total each month! |$1000 each | 🗓️ Deadline: July 29, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT
👉 Apply here 

If you're even thinking about applying to scholarships this summer, this is an easy one to try. 💕

No purchase or payment of any kind is necessary to enter or win a piece of the $50,000 ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship

Here are some opportunities for high school and college studentsʕっ•ᴥ•ʔっ

If a link doesn’t work or you can’t find it (sometimes companies update their sites),

please reach out to us at [email protected].

💻 Unpaid Remote

Only Opportunities to add to your resume/college app. All are free by the way.

1. Cracking the Common App: A College Admissions Panel
   Applying to college this year?
   Join this free virtual session hosted by @joinleland to learn how to complete the Common App with clarity and confidence. Experts will break down each section—from personal statements to activity lists—and share actionable tips + mistakes to avoid.
   🗓️ Date: July 9th, 2025
   🔗 Register here

2. Morgan Stanley Asia Virtual Event Series — Five-week online career exploration program (July 2 – 31). You’ll hear from Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, and Global Capital Markets teams while collecting internship tips for 2026 recruitment.
   Who’s eligible: University students graduating Oct 2026 – July 2027 (any major) | Apply by: July 27, 2025
   🔗 Register

3. Climate Fellowship for Women 2025 — A free, 100 % virtual cohort (10 weeks) focused on gender-inclusive climate action. Participants complete skill-building projects and receive ongoing mentorship.
   Who’s eligible: Women and non-binary youth worldwide | Apply by: July 13, 2025
   🔗 Opportunities for Youth listing

4. Kits For Good
   Kits For Good is a student-led organization where volunteers can help design or promote care kits, manage social media, run fundraising campaigns, or assist with local assembly and delivery. It’s a flexible hybrid opportunity ideal for students who want to support health and wellness initiatives in their communities.
   Who’s eligible: High school (grades 9–12) and college students
   Time commitment: ~3–5 hours/week
   Format: Hybrid
   🔗 Join Kits For Good
   IG: @kitsforgood

5. Focus Forward Foundation
   This is a great virtual opportunity for teens who love writing or researching! As a content researcher, you’ll write short educational posts and articles about business, trends, or student opportunities. No experience is required—just curiosity and consistency. Preference for non-U.S. students, but open to all.
   Who’s eligible: Students age 13+
   Time commitment: ~2 hours/week
   Format: Virtual
   🔗 Apply as a Content Researcher

6. Awaresy
   Awaresy is a student-led organization tackling social impact through art and storytelling. Roles include outreach (emailing and partnerships), social media content creation, and creative direction for writing/art competitions. Strong graphic design and communications skills are a plus!
   Who’s eligible: High school students (grades 9–12)
   Time commitment: ~5–7 hours/week
   Format: Virtual
   🔗 View Roles + Apply
   IG: @awaresy_

7. SparkScope
   SparkScope is a STEM and wellness platform offering a wide range of roles for students—graphic designers, content writers, podcast hosts, scriptwriters, HR managers, and events team members. You’ll be part of a supportive student community while building experience in media and leadership.
   Who’s eligible: Students age 13+, high school and college
   Time commitment: 3+ hours/week
   Format: Virtual
   🔗 Apply to SparkScope
   IG: @spark.scope

8. BecauseYouMatter
   BecauseYouMatter is a student-led mental health and wellness initiative with open roles in writing, design, and outreach. The focus is on compassion, accessibility, and teen-centered resources. Opportunities are flexible and virtual, with teams communicating via shared docs and meetings.
   Who’s eligible: High school and college students
   Time commitment: ~3–5 hours/week
   Format: Virtual
   🔗 Learn More & Apply
   IG: @becauseyoumatter_org

💻 Paid Remote-Only Opportunities

These are completely virtual and offer a stipend, hourly pay, or internship compensation.

1. African Women in Data Science Fellowship

   A remote fellowship that empowers African women pursuing careers in data science, machine learning, and AI. Fellows will receive mentorship, collaborate on impactful research projects, and join a growing peer network of women in tech across the continent.
   Stipend: USD $2,200
   Who’s eligible: African women (high school graduates and above) interested in data science
   Time: Flexible (remote work format)
   📅 Deadline: July 31, 2025 – 11:59 PM East Africa Time (GMT+3)
   🔗 Read Instructions + Apply Here

2. Pleasure Fellow Scheme 2025
   A six-month virtual fellowship (Nov 2025 – Apr 2026) that trains “pleasure champions” to advance pleasure-inclusive sexual-health projects worldwide. Fellows join twice-monthly Saturday workshops, receive mentoring, and can secure up to USD $1,500 to launch their own initiative—from podcasts to community campaigns.
   Stipend/Grant: Up to USD $1,500 per fellow (15 fellows total)
   Who’s eligible: Anyone passionate about sexual pleasure and SRHR—especially applicants from the Caribbean, Pacific, and Asia regions
   Time: 2 hrs per session + independent project work (remote)
   Deadline: July 15, 2025 – 11:59 PM PST
   🔗 Read instructions & apply here

🏢 In-Person / Hybrid Programs- No Housing provided- Currently looking for more

1. Lift Every Voice Symposium 2025 — Sept 4-6, Univ. of Illinois. A music-justice conference; students cover their own lodging.
   🔗 Event page

2. GovAI Research Fellowship — One-year post-grad research role in Oxford, UK (stipend provided; fellows arrange housing).
   Apply by: July 20, 2025
   🔗 Program details

   More no-housing programs coming soon—stay tuned!

Scholarships ദ്ദിᵔ.˛.ᵔ₎ for more

Looking for “hidden-gem” money?
Below are lesser-known scholarships with tiny social-media footprints (we’ve seen posts get only a handful of likes—some even say they received zero applications last cycle!). Translation: lower competition and a better shot for you. All awards close in June 2025 unless noted otherwise, so move fast:

1. The ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship – $50,000 (Paid Promo) gives students a chance to win one of 161 awards of $1,000—no essay required. Open to U.S. residents, this sweepstakes-style scholarship is easy to enter, but you must apply by June 29, 2025, at 11:59 PM PDT. Winners are announced at the end of each month.

2. Girls on Campus $500 National Essay Scholarship
   This is your reminder to apply for our very own $500 National Essay Competition—open to high school and college students across the U.S. 🌟 Whether you're reflecting on your identity, ambition, or a leadership moment that shaped you, this is your chance to share your story. No GPA requirement, no fee to apply—just your voice and a well-written essay.
   Prize: $500 cash scholarship
   Who’s eligible: U.S.-based high school and college students (all years welcome)
   Deadline: July 10, 2025
   🔗 Apply here

3. Otis Holloway International Affairs Scholarship (BPIA)
   A $500 award for U.S. high-school seniors and undergraduates who care about diplomacy, conflict resolution, or global development. Submit a résumé, transcript, recommendation letter, and a 500-word essay; priority goes to applicants from Douglasville, GA and other under-represented communities.
   Deadline: July 3 • 🔗 Apply

4. Ambassadors Work Travel Scholarship Fund
   Fully funded work-and-travel experience for students and young professionals ready to gain hands-on skills abroad. Covers flights, housing, and program fees while you build your résumé and global network.
   Deadline: July 3 • 🔗 Details

5. Gary Lamont Willis Sr. Annual Scholarship
   $1,000–$3,000 toward tuition for undergraduates attending a Seventh-day Adventist college or an HBCU in 2025–26. Requires a 2-page essay, acceptance letter, and unofficial transcript.
   Deadline: July 15 • 🔗 Email materials to [email protected]

6. Soul Calling Sanctuary Hmong Student Scholarship
   Founder-funded $500 scholarship for Wisconsin students of Hmong descent who want to uplift their communities through higher education. No GPA cutoff—selection is based on financial need and community engagement.
   Deadline: July 16 • 🔗 Application

7. Len Larson Law Injury Attorneys Scholarship
   A $1,500 award for college-bound or current U.S. students (3.0 GPA +)—open to all majors, including pre-law. Funds go directly toward tuition or academic expenses.
   Deadline: July 25 • Winner announced Aug 1 • 🔗 Apply

8. Girls Like Me Scholarship
   Two $1,000 awards for minority high-school women planning to attend an HBCU and major in STEM. No GPA minimum—emphasis on ambition and potential.
   Deadline: July 31 • 🔗 Apply

9. Urban Scholarship Fund (Texas)
   Annual awards of $700–$2,000 for full-time undergraduates with financial need (EFC ≤ 1500) who graduated from one of 41 listed Texas cities. Essay (500 words) on a life lesson required.
   Deadline: Rolling for 2025–26 cycle • 🔗 Guidelines

 ✈️ Fully Funded Travel Opportunities for Students°｡🧸𓏲⋆.🧺𖦹 ₊˚

(sorted by deadline)

• Adobe Student Summit
  Aug 10–12, 2025 | San Jose, CA
  Selected students (ages 18–22) will meet Adobe executives, share product feedback, and receive a stipend. Flights, lodging, and meals are all covered.
  Apply ASAP (rolling)
  🔗 Adobe Student Summit

• Harvard Public Policy Leadership Conference (PPLC)
  Oct 30 – Nov 2, 2025 | Harvard Kennedy School
  For underrepresented college students exploring public service or grad school. Includes all travel, lodging, and meals.
  Deadline: July 7, 2025
  🔗 Harvard PPLC

• COP30 Climate Change Media Fellowship
  Nov 2025 | Belém, Brazil or virtual (Pacific Islands)
  Fully funded fellowship for journalists from low- and middle-income countries to report on climate at COP30. Includes airfare, hotel, meals, insurance, and a stipend.
  Deadline: July 15, 2025
  🔗 Apply

• Verizon Immersion Program
  Oct 20–23, 2025 | Basking Ridge, NJ
  A 4-day experience for HBCU sophomores and juniors with exec mentorship, real-world business challenges, and direct internship pathways. All expenses covered.
  Deadline: July 18, 2025
  🔗 Verizon Immersion

• Marsai’s Way Foundation x Seeds of Fortune
  Summer 2025 | Houston, TX
  Two high school juniors or seniors will win an all-expense-paid trip to Houston for Sai’s Summer Cookout, plus enrollment in a 3-year financial literacy program.
  Deadline: July 31, 2025
  🔗 Application

See You Next Week! ❤️
For the summer, we’ll be sending out our newsletter every week to bring you even more opportunities—especially while programs and deadlines are moving fast!

If you ever have questions about accounting, finance, or anything career-related, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/karlamartinezmora

I’m always happy to help 💼✨

Until next week, take care, apply for these amazing programs, and keep chasing your goals