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PADRE Foundation College Scholarship Program

The Pediatrics-Adolescent Diabetes Research and Education (PADRE) Foundation Scholarship Program is available to incoming freshmen seeking higher education at an accredited four-year university, college, technical, or trade school. This scholarship recognizes students who are actively involved in the diabetes community, who have high academic performance, who participate in community and/or extra-curricular activities, and who have demonstrated that they are successfully managing the challenges of living with Type 1 diabetes.

 The PADRE Foundation Scholarship Program is not based on financial need.

College Scholarship Application - click here to view & download

Apply by completing the application and emailing it to info@padrefoundation.org with the subject line “Scholarship Program”

or return by April 12, 2024 with the required information to: 

PADRE Foundation, Attn: Scholarship Program, 1201 West La Veta Ave., Orange, CA 92868.


Scholarships for Diabetes Programs and Youth Camps 

Scholarships are available for children who would benefit from a diabetes youth camp experience. Scholarships are provided on a need basis, with priority given to new campers. An application needs to be submitted and evaluated. To request an application: Click Here