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College and Vocational Scholarships
National scholarship opportunities supporting students of short stature and family members pursuing higher education.
Source:Little People of America
Source checked: Oct 2026
Scholarships & Assistance Grants
Scholarships & financial assistance
Little People of America offers national scholarships and assistance grants to support students pursuing higher education, families attending their first national conference, and members investing in accessible living.
College & vocational scholarships
Planning for college, graduate school, or vocational training is an exciting milestone. LPA awards national scholarships to eligible members of short stature and family members—visit the official application page for current deadlines and criteria.
First-time national conference grants
Attending a national LPA conference for the first time can be a life-changing experience for individuals and families. LPA offers dedicated travel and registration grants to help eligible first-time attendees join the national gathering.
G.O.A.L. & accessible living grants
LPA’s national assistance programs include the Grant for Overall Accessible Living (G.O.A.L.) alongside other member support funds. Visit LPA’s assistance overview to review each program’s scope and application window.
Questions about local or regional assistance
If you have questions about attending a local New England gathering, you are always welcome to reach out confidentially through the District 1 contact directory to ask the regional officers about current options.
National scholarship & assistance programs
financial
Assistance Grants
Official national assistance grants—including first-time conference travel grants and the G.O.A.L. program.
Source:Little People of America
Source checked: Oct 2026
Sources & further reading
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