I Can. I Am. HopeGiver Scholarship

Are you a single mother in Utah pursuing a certification or degree to create greater stability, opportunity, and economic mobility for your family? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to do it alone.

Designed to uplift and empower women who are committed to building a brighter future through education, The I Can. I Am. Foundation is here to support your journey through the HopeGiver Scholarship.

Apply now to become the next HopeGiver recipient and join a community of strong, determined women across Utah who are rising, thriving, and inspiring hope for the next generation.

FALL SEMESTER 2026

Applications Accepted:

March 31 - July 1, 2026

Recipients Notified:

July 31, 2026

Scholarships Awarded:

August 14, 2026

WINTER SEMESTER 2027

Applications Accepted:

October 19 - November 21, 2026

Recipients Notified:

December 18, 2026

Scholarships Awarded:

January 4, 2027

Before You Apply

Scholarship Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

Be a single mother as defined below:

Marital Status - You are a single mother, widowed, divorced, or separated (and divorce is almost final).
Parenting Status - You are the custodial parent or guardian with >50% physical custody of at least one
dependent child as defined below:

child is unmarried and 18 years or younger
child is unmarried, 18-19 years old, and still in high school
child is unmarried, any age, and incapable of self-support due to permanent mental or physical disability

Living Status - You are the only adult in the house with a child, or you live with your parents or relative(s).

Be a resident of Utah at the time of application (may attend online courses or school outside of Utah).
Be a graduate of an accredited high school or have an equivalent GED.
Be accepted and enrolled full-time in a college, university (including graduate & doctoral programs), technical school, or any certificate program that will increase your earning potential to better provide for your family.
Demonstrate financial need for the scholarship and have realistic and attainable educational and career goals.
Whether you’ve completed or are still completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), please apply. If you tried and didn’t qualify for FAFSA, let us know — you’re still welcome to apply for the scholarship.

The I Can. I Am. Foundation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, or background. We encourage all single mothers who fit the above criteria to apply.