Akron Law Announcements

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: April 13, 2026

Overview:
The Natural Disaster Relief Scholarship, offered by the OVC Scholarship Network, provides financial support to students who have been personally or family-affected by natural disasters within the United States. This scholarship honors resilience and perseverance, helping students who have faced significant challenges continue pursuing their academic goals. Offered each semester, the award reflects OVC’s commitment to empowering students rebuilding their lives after hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, and other natural disasters.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicant and/or their immediate family must have been affected by a natural disaster in the U.S. within the last 10 years
• Must be an undergraduate, graduate, or law student currently attending or planning to attend an accredited U.S. college or university
• Must be at least 17 years old
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Application Requirements:

• Proof of enrollment or acceptance at an accredited U.S. institution (acceptance letter, class schedule, or unofficial transcript)
• A recent headshot photo of the applicant
• A 3–5 minute video essay describing how a specific natural disaster affected the applicant or their family, how its effects remain today, and how the scholarship will support their education and recovery

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.ovcscholarshipnetwork.com/scholarships/natural-disaster-relief-scholarship

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: December 10, 2025

Overview:
The Renewed Horizons Scholarship, established by Zide Law Group, LLC, aims to support single parents who are pursuing a college education. This scholarship recognizes the resilience and determination of those balancing academic goals with the responsibilities of parenthood and seeks to help ease the financial burden associated with higher education.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a single parent currently pursuing a college degree
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Must meet additional eligibility and essay requirements as outlined on the scholarship’s website

Application Requirements:

• Completed scholarship application form
• Original essay following the provided guidelines
• Proof of enrollment at an accredited college or university
• Any additional required materials listed on the scholarship website

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.zidelawgroup.com/scholarship

Scholarship Amount: $2,000

Application Deadline: April 6, 2026

Overview:
The John T. Fields and Associates Fight Against Domestic Violence Scholarship was created to support students who are passionate about advocating for victims of domestic violence and promoting awareness and prevention efforts. This $2,000 award is designed to assist students who demonstrate a strong commitment to justice, empathy, and positive social change through education and advocacy.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a current or incoming college or university student within the United States
• Must demonstrate an interest in addressing or raising awareness about domestic violence issues
• Must meet any additional eligibility criteria outlined on the scholarship webpage

Application Requirements:

• Completed scholarship application form
• Essay or personal statement addressing the scholarship prompt
• Academic transcripts or proof of enrollment
• Any additional required materials as listed on the scholarship website

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.johntfieldsdivorceattorney.com/scholarship

Scholarship Amount: $2,000

Application Deadline: December 8, 2025

Overview:
The law firm of Tomasik Kotin Kasserman, LLC established the Path to Law Scholarship to support and encourage undergraduate students who aspire to pursue a career in law. This scholarship reflects the firm’s commitment to giving back and helping the next generation of legal professionals achieve their academic and career goals. Each semester, one student who thoughtfully and thoroughly answers the essay prompt will be awarded $2,000 toward their educational expenses.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be an undergraduate student with plans to pursue a career in law
• Must have a household annual income of $100,000 or less
• Must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher
• Must be attending a college or university within the United States

Application Requirements:

• Completed scholarship application form
• Original essay responding to the provided prompt
• Academic transcripts verifying GPA
• Any additional required materials as outlined on the scholarship webpage

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.tkklaw.com/scholarship

Scholarship Amount: $1,500

Application Deadline: March 30, 2026

Overview:
The Law Office of Donald L. Bell is proud to once again offer the Uplifting Communities Scholarship for the Spring 2026 semester. This scholarship is designed to support students who demonstrate a strong commitment to making a positive difference in their communities. By encouraging academic excellence and civic responsibility, the program aims to help future leaders achieve their educational goals while continuing to uplift those around them.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college or university.
• Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to community service and leadership.
• Applicants must meet all additional criteria outlined on the scholarship webpage.

Application Requirements:

• Completed scholarship application form.
• Personal statement or essay highlighting community involvement and future goals.
• Academic transcripts.
• Any additional supporting materials as required by the scholarship provider.

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.donaldbellaw.com/scholarship