2026 Humans of Dementia Scholarship
HFC (Hilarity for Charity)
Who can apply
This is your opportunity to share their story. Highlight who they are beyond their diagnosis - their humanity, character, accomplishments, and impact. Be creative and personal in your storytelling. All submissions must be original without the use of AI (all entries will be screened through AI detection tools).. Your photos can explore any angle: living with the disease, caregiving, emotional moments, treatment, research, or personal items that hold meaning. Think beyond clichés—show us something real, unique, and personal. PHOTOS MUST BE ORIGINALS (see multi-media category if using photos of photos).. You may submit up to three (3) single images. Entrants will be judged on a single image only. Still images only (no video or multimedia).. Accompanying Written Brief: Must include: One paragraph about you and your relationship to the person and image(s).
About this opportunity
About the Scholarship: HFC's Humans of Dementia Scholarship is open to high school and college students in the U.S. and Canada who have been impacted in some way by Alzheimer's disease. This scholarship focuses on storytelling as a tool to drive awareness and inspire change about Alzheimer's disease. By focusing on the person and not the disease, Humans of Dementia aims to bring light to and elevate the conversation around Alzheimer's disease so we can reduce the stigma and shame often surrounding loved ones living with the disease. HFC awards 12 scholarships: 6 for high school students and 6 for college students. Awards for the written profile and photo essay categories include three cash awards of $1500 each, along with a Virtual Awards Reception. 2026 Submission Period Ends May 1, 2026 ...