Calgary Foundation · Regional
Calgary Black Chambers Legacy Scholarship
About this award
Get $2,500 for your tuition if you are a Black Canadian student entering your second year or beyond of an undergraduate program — apply by June 1, 2026.
You can win one of eight awards valued at $2,500 each. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a Black Canadian student who has balanced your studies with community leadership and needs extra financial help to finish your degree. You must apply by June 1, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — email, portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to your tuition. Confirm with your school's financial aid office how this appears on your account so you can plan your budget. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Request your official transcript1–2 weeks
Order through your school registrar — allow 1–2 weeks.
Collect reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.
Submit by Jun 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
The biggest mistake is listing a few clubs without explaining your impact.
Winners instead describe exactly how they led others or improved their neighborhood.
List specific projects you managed and the results you achieved.
Many students provide a generic letter from a teacher.
Winners provide a reference who can speak specifically to their leadership and character outside the classroom.
Choose a mentor who has seen you handle responsibility.