Our Youth Memphis Scholarship 2027: support for Memphis high-school seniors

The first cost of an educational transition may be a book, an orientation fee, or transportation to campus—not only tuition. Our Youth Memphis offers a local one-time scholarship for students in Memphis’s high-school Class of 2027. Awards for this cycle are listed in varying amounts up to $250; there is no minimum GPA or ACT score. It is modest compared with total college costs, but the organization identifies a broad range of eligible education expenses.

To apply, a student must be a high-school senior in the Class of 2027 and live in Memphis when applying. They must also be accepted to a college, community college, trade school, or certification program, begin during the 2027–28 academic year, and provide proof of acceptance or enrollment within 14 days of notification. Once that proof is received, the organization says funds are issued within up to 30 days. Each student may receive only one OYM scholarship.

The 2027 application opened in September 2026 and closes January 1, 2027; recipients are expected to be announced in March. Funds may go toward tuition, books, supplies, orientation, housing, transportation, testing, or professional development, but must be used for education-related expenses. The application requests permission to share selected students’ names, photos, and schools. Do not confuse this scholarship with the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, a separate organization with its own funds and calendar.

Before applying, confirm that the school and program fit your situation and that the application window is current. Gather transcripts, FAFSA information, essays, and references; keep a copy and submission receipt. Track the application deadline separately from supporting-document dates. After submitting, monitor the portal and email until the file is marked complete. Ask the financial-aid office how the award coordinates with FAFSA and other scholarships, and do not budget funds that have not been awarded.

When comparing options, confirm whether the benefit is a scholarship, grant, tuition waiver, or loan: they are not all repaid or applied to the same charges. Request a written estimate of the balance after FAFSA and other awards, check renewal terms, and do not sign a loan thinking it is a scholarship.

Read the program profile and the federal FAFSA guide; confirm with the administrator how the aid coordinates.

Our Youth Memphis Scholarship — Our Youth Memphis.

Our Youth Memphis — About — Our Youth Memphis.

2027 Scholarship Application — Our Youth Memphis.

Guide checked against official sources on October 13, 2026. Each program has its own funding, eligibility, and calendar; confirm the current terms before applying. An advertised award does not guarantee selection.

Bottom line

Confirm eligibility, current terms, and application steps with the official source before relying on aid for college costs.

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