Akron Law Announcements

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: September 9, 2026

Overview:
The Law Office of Caroline Norman Frost is offering the Overcoming Homelessness Scholarship to support students who have either experienced homelessness or made a meaningful effort to fight homelessness in their community. One student will receive a $1,000 award for the Fall 2026 semester.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be at least 17 years old
• Must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Must be enrolled in or planning to enroll in an undergraduate or graduate program in the United States for Fall 2026
• Must have either experienced homelessness or made a meaningful effort to fight homelessness in their community

Application Requirements:

• Completed application form
• Essay of approximately 500 words
• Proof of enrollment
• Proof of GPA

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: November 2, 2026

Overview:
Acker Warren P.C. is offering the Acker Warren Youth Mentor Scholarship to support students pursuing higher education. Two scholarships are available, each worth $1,000.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Open to eligible students pursuing higher education
• Applicants must meet the scholarship provider’s stated requirements
• Additional eligibility details are available on the scholarship webpage

Application Requirements:

• Completed application form
• Essay submission
• Any additional required materials listed by the scholarship provider

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

Scholarship Amount: $1,500

Application Deadline: November 2, 2026

Overview:
Whitlock Law, LLC is offering the Hope and Opportunity Scholarship to support students who are pursuing higher education and working toward their future goals.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Open to eligible students pursuing higher education
• Applicants must meet the scholarship provider’s stated requirements
• Additional eligibility details are available on the scholarship webpage

Application Requirements:

• Completed application form
• Essay submission
• Any additional required materials listed by the scholarship provider

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

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: November 4, 2026

Overview:
OVC, INC. offers the Lawyers Give Back Scholarship to support current or aspiring law students who plan to serve underprivileged communities throughout their legal careers. The scholarship may be used for tuition and other educational expenses.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
• Must be enrolled in an accredited U.S. undergraduate program or law school for the upcoming semester

Application Requirements:

• Completed application form
• Video submission of approximately 2 to 3 minutes responding to the scholarship prompt
• Academic transcript
• Headshot in JPEG format
• Contact information, including name, phone number, email address, and mailing address

For more information, visit the website at: https://www.ovclawyermarketing.com/ovc-scholarship-program

Scholarship Amount: $1,000

Application Deadline: November 4, 2026

Overview:
Brandon Wong & Associates offers the Difference Makers Scholarship to support students who are committed to making positive changes in their communities. This scholarship is awarded twice a year to deserving students who demonstrate a commitment to service and community impact.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college within the United States
• Must be in their junior or senior year of college
• Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident
• Must demonstrate service to their community

Application Requirements:

• Completed application form
• Contact information
• Proof of enrollment, such as an unofficial transcript, letter of acceptance, or letter of admittance
• Essay of 1,000 words or less or video of 5 minutes or less responding to the scholarship prompt

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