Click on the APPLY NOW button. Once clicked you will be redirected in a new tab to our application.

You first will need to register for an account. Click the Register button in the top right corner of the application page. Once registration is complete, click on the View Programs button.

Make sure you verify your email in order to submit your application! Click Send Verification Link and then verify your email address.

You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. You must be a graduating senior from Petersburg or Richmond City, Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, Goochland, or Powhatan County Public Schools. You must be accepted into or enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program at a college, trade or technical school, or university. A minimum of 12 credit hours per semester is required.

The Pedestal Fund Board of Directors and members of their respective households are not eligible to apply for or receive The Pedestal Fund scholarships. If this applies to you at the time of application or when winners are announced, you will not be eligible for the scholarship.

The decision of the judges is final. The scholarship recipients waive the rights of publicity and agree that The Pedestal Fund may use their name, images, and testimonials in promotional materials. If the recipient is a minor, acceptance of The Pedestal Fund scholarship constitutes a waiver unless specifically stated by the minor’s parents/guardians.

Yes. We partner with several local youth-serving nonprofits. Your application will list your membership as a program participant in one of our partner organizations.

No. You won’t be asked to provide any financial information.

A minimum senior year GPA of 2.5 is required, but academic achievement is just one of the criteria used to select our Pedestal Scholars. Others include leadership, academic potential, and a personal statement.

An official transcript from your school must included with your application.