Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Blossom Law PLLC
Introduction
Blossom Law is dedicated to offering empathetic legal help to families facing financial strain and mounting debt. Charlotte bankruptcy attorney Rashad Blossom knows firsthand how vital family support can be during difficult times, particularly when family members take on caregiving responsibilities.
About the Scholarship
In tribute to his mother, Bobbie Blossom—who cared for his father—Rashad launched The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship in 2022. The scholarship aims to ease educational costs for students who have been caregivers themselves or whose parent served as the primary caregiver for a loved one. Blossom Law awards $1,000 scholarships twice each year. Recipients may apply the funds toward tuition, room and board, and other college-related expenses.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university
- Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident
- Have earned a minimum 3.0 GPA in the most recently completed semester
Application Materials
To apply, submit the following:
- An original essay of roughly 500–1,000 words responding to the prompt below
- Current contact information
- Proof of enrollment at an accredited institution
- Documentation showing your most recent semester GPA
Essay Prompt
If your parent acted as the primary caregiver for a loved one, or if you have served as a caregiver yourself, describe how that caregiving experience has shaped your priorities or long-term ambitions. In what ways has this perspective prepared you for the future?
Selection Process
A scholarship committee at Blossom Law will review all entries. Applications are assessed according to:
1. Completeness of required documents
2. Fulfillment of eligibility criteria
3. Quality of the essay—originality, organization, and overall writing excellence
If you meet the qualifications and your story reflects the spirit of caregiving and resilience, we encourage you to apply for The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship.