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Up to $5k John Lepping Memorial Scholarship for Disabled Students, Due: 5/1

March 27, 2025

Background: The John Lepping Memorial Scholarship helps students with disabilities in Pennsylvania, New York, or New Jersey achieve their dreams of higher education. This scholarship, worth up to $5,000, supports students facing financial challenges due to their condition.


Eligibility:
✔️ Must be a permanent resident of PA, NY, or NJ
🦽 Physical disabilities (e.g., spinal cord injury, limb loss, birth defects)
🧠 Psychological conditions (e.g., autism, PTSD)
📄 Doctor’s confirmation of disability (submitted after selection)

Requirements:
📝 1-page essay on your condition & financial challenges
📚 School transcript
👥 3 recommendation letters (non-family)
📩 Submit via email (PDF/DOC) or mail (no staples!)

Scholarship Amount:
💰 Up to $5k

Deadline:
📅 May 1, 2025


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