Scholarship Opportunities
Supporting the academic goals of New Jersey students with disabilities. Family Resource Network offers scholarships to support New Jersey high school seniors with disabilities as they pursue their educational and career goals. These $1,000 scholarships provide financial support for students with autism, epilepsy, or visual impairments who plan to attend college or vocational programs. These scholarships are administered by the Family Resource Network and its affiliates, including Autism Family Services of New Jersey and Epilepsy Services of New Jersey. Available Scholarships for New Jersey Students with Disabilities The Family Resource Network offers several scholarship opportunities for New Jersey students with disabilities pursuing college or vocational education. Autism ScholarshipFor New Jersey high school graduates with a diagnosis of autism who are pursuing post-secondary education at a college or vocational program. Epilepsy ScholarshipFor New Jersey high school graduates with a diagnosis of epilepsy who are pursuing post-secondary education at a college or vocational program. Blind & Visually Impaired ScholarshipFor New Jersey high school graduates who are blind or visually impaired and pursuing post-secondary education at a college or vocational program. Who Is Eligible for These Scholarships High school seniors and recent graduates who meet the eligibility criteria for each scholarship New Jersey residents Autism Scholarship Program We will be offering $1,000 scholarships to New Jersey high school seniors with Autism who plan to further their education. Academic achievement and participation in activities will be considered. The extent of a student’s disability(s) will be taken into account as well, so that s/he need not be near the top of her/his class to qualify. Final awards will be made by Autism Family Services of New Jersey, which reserves the right not to make any awards. Applications close on April 24, 2026. Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Geographic area: Statewide Contact: (800) 372-6510 Apply Now Blind and Visually Impaired Scholarship Program We will be offering $1,000 scholarships to New Jersey high school seniors who are blind or visually impaired and plan to further their education. Academic achievement and participation in activities will be considered. The extent of a student’s disability(s) will be taken into account as well, so that s/he need not be near the top of her/his class to qualify. Final awards will be made by Family Resource Network, which reserves the right not to make any awards. Applications close on April 24, 2026. Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Geographic area: Statewide Contact: (800) 372-6510 Apply Now Epilepsy Scholarship Program We will be offering $1,000 scholarships to New Jersey high school seniors withEpilepsywho plan to further their education. Academic achievement and participation in activities will be considered. The extent of a student’s disability(s) will be taken into account as well, so that s/he need not be near the top of her/his class to qualify. Final awards will be made by Epilepsy Services of New Jersey, which reserves the right not to make any awards. Applications close on April 24, 2026. Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Geographic area: Statewide Contact: (800) 372-6510 Apply Now Autism Scholarship Program We will be offering $1,000 scholarships to New Jersey high school seniors with Autism who plan to further their education. Final awards will be made by Autism Family Services of New Jersey, which reserves the right not to make any awards. Applications are Now Closed Blind and Visually Impaired Scholarship Program We will be offering $1,000 scholarships to New Jersey high school seniors who are blind or visually impaired and plan to further their education. Final awards will be made by Family Resource Network, which reserves the right not to make any awards. Applications are Now Closed Epilepsy Scholarship Program We will be offering $1,000 scholarships to New Jersey high school seniors with epilepsy who plan to further their education. Final awards will be made by Epilepsy Services of New Jersey, which reserves the right not to make any awards. Applications are Now Closed How It Works Applications are submitted online Application deadlines are posted annually on our website Recipients are selected through a competitive review process Why These Scholarships Matter Education opens doors to opportunity. These scholarships help New Jersey students with disabilities pursue their academic goals, build meaningful careers, and achieve greater independence. Meet Giovanni Giovanni, an I2C participant, expressed interest in working with his hands and liking hardware stores. Soon after, he found his place at Rosedale Mills, a country store. He began his internship in March, which then led to a job offer and plans for further education! This opportunity not only provided Giovanni with a meaningful job but also boosted his confidence—something priceless. Giovanni calls Rosedale Mills his “home away from home.” Learn More Meet Michael Michael is known for his warm heart, diverse interests, and incredible achievements in FRN’s programs. Whether he’s painting masterpieces featured at the Montclair Art Museum, working hard at Employment Horizons, or competing with his bowling team, Michael’s spirit shines as bright as the stars! Michael goes above and beyond to help new ONA and Respite Getaway members feel at home, making friends and creating connections within our community. Learn More Meet Quinn Meet Quinn, a spirited 12-year-old with Kleefstra Syndrome, a rare chromosomal condition that brings unique challenges to her daily life. But here’s what really stands out—her joy and determination inspire everyone she meets. FRN’s Home and Vehicles Modifications program provided life-changing tools for Quinn’s family, like a stair lift and pool lift. These tools give Quinn greater independence and moments of joy that transform her everyday life. Learn More Meet Giovanni Giovanni, an I2C participant, expressed interest in working with his hands and liking hardware stores. Soon after, he found his place at Rosedale Mills, a country store. He began his internship in March, which then led to a job offer and plans for further education! This opportunity not only provided Giovanni with a meaningful job but also boosted his confidence—something priceless. Giovanni calls Rosedale Mills his “home away from home.” Learn More Meet Michael Michael is known for his warm
