National Association of Social Workers (NASW) - Fellowships for Master's and Doctoral Students

Award for individuals, groups, or organizations advancing the public image of professional social work. Includes a $3,000 cash prize.

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DeadlineNovember 20, 2025

Award amount$4,000

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Verne La Marr Lyons Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship for Master's Degree candidates in social work interested in health/mental health practice with African American communities. Awarded by NASW Foundation.

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Award amount

$4,000

Eligibility

Master's Degree candidates in social work; Interest or experience in health/mental health practice; Commitment to working in African American communities; NASW membership in good standing; Applied to or accepted into an accredited MSW Program; GPA of 3.0 or above

Requirements

NASW membership; Application form; Biographical essay (two typed, double-spaced pages); Two letters of support from professional references; Official copy of a transcript; Signed release of information

Application materials

Application form; Biographical essay; Letters of support; Official transcript; Signed release of information

How to apply

Submit completed application form; Include biographical essay; Provide two letters of support; Submit official transcript; Submit signed release of information

Important dates

Applications are no longer being accepted for the 2026 NASW Foundation scholarships.

Documents

Official copy of a transcript

Contact

naswfoundation@socialworkers.org; 202-336-8298

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