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Scholarships & Awards

Our annual scholarships and awards celebrate the work and achievements of students and leaders working to create more equitable futures for those with learning disabilities and attention issues.

ADHD College Success Scholarship­

ADHD College Success Scholarship

NCLD is proud to launch our 2025 scholarship for students with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). We encourage students with a documented diagnosis to apply for this one-time scholarship, which can be used to fund tuition and other costs related to their higher education pursuits, including tutoring, educational resources, and more.

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Anne Ford Scholar­ship

Anne Ford Scholarship

The Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 scholarship ($2,500/year over four years) granted to a graduating high school senior who will enroll in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in the fall. Students must have a documented learning disability (LD). Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) who also have a learning disability, are encouraged to apply.

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Allegra Ford Thomas Scholar­ship

Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship

The Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship is a $5,000 scholarship awarded over two years ($2,500 each year) to a graduating high school senior who will enroll in a two-year community college, a vocational or technical training program, or a specialized program for students with disabilities in the fall. Students must have a documented learning disability (LD). Students who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and a LD, are encouraged to apply.

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Everyday Cham­pion Award

Everyday Champion Award

We are proud to recognize educators, paraprofessionals, and school-related service providers who excel in building strong relationships with students and families, ultimately enhancing student success. We seek K-12 professionals who help students with learning disabilities and ADHD thrive by personalizing learning, supporting mental health, celebrating neurodiversity, creating inclusive spaces, believing in every student’s potential, and engaging students in creative ways.

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