Macy's Mission Every One Scholarship (Phase I)

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The Macy’s Mission Every One Scholarship will provide a one-time need-based scholarship of up to $5,000 to approximately 115 students attending any accredited, four-year Historically Black College or University ("HBCU").

Macy's is on a mission to create a brighter future with bold representation for all, they call it Mission Every One. It's their commitment to use their business brands to tackle the barriers to representation so, together, we can realize the potential of every one of us. Through their people, partners, products, and programs, Macy's is working to create a more equitable and sustainable future -- and empower more voice, choice, and ownership.

Developed in partnership with UNCF, the Macy’s Mission Every One Scholarship will provide a one-time need-based scholarship of up to $5,000 to approximately 115 students attending any accredited, four-year Historically Black College or University (“HBCU”). Awards will be issued in the 2026-2027 academic year. Former Macy's Mission award recipients may apply.

Preference shall be given to candidates who have not previously received a Macy’s Mission Every One Scholarship.

Eligibility

• Must possess a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Be enrolled full-time during the 2026-2027 academic year at any accredited four (4)-year HBCU.
• Have completed the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for the 2026-2027 academic year, and have a demonstrated unmet financial aid need, as reported to UNCF by the applicant’s institution.

Requirements

All applicants must complete Application Phase I. Semifinalists selected to advance to Application Phase II will be notified via email by July 17, 2026.

Application Phase I: May 21, 2026 – July 6, 2026

Application Requirements

• A current official or unofficial academic transcript. Incoming college freshmen must submit their final high school transcript. Applicants may not have their institutions submit transcripts directly to UNCF.
• A copy of your 2026-2027 FAFSA Submission Summary or a copy of your 2026-2027 financial aid award letter issued by your college or university.
• If your institution has an online Financial Aid portal showing your 2026-2027 financial aid package, you may instead upload a screenshot of that full page.

Application Phase II: July 20, 2026 – August 6, 2026

Application Requirements

• A 75–150 word statement describing your recent (within the last 2 years) extracurricular activities, honors and awards, and community service.
• A 300–500 word response to each of the following essay prompts:
• In terms of your future goals, in what ways will you create brighter futures for others? How do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of others in your community of choice?
• Please share with us how receiving this scholarship will have an impact on your ability to achieve your future goals.

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