Dollars for Scholars Local Support That’s
Felt Nationwide.

Our community-based Dollars for Scholars network distributes local scholarships to local students.

Community-based. Volunteer-driven.

As the nation’s most extensive grassroots scholarship program, Dollars for Scholars provides a wealth of student assistance by harnessing the power of community—thousands of volunteers and donors empowering students in their own backyards.

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Get Involved

If you’re part of Dollars for Scholars already, you can log into ChapterNet here. If you’re considering volunteering or starting a local Dollars for Scholars in your town or school, you don’t have to be an expert in scholarships, financial aid or higher education — you just need a passion for students.

Chapter Login Contact

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Find a Dollars for Scholars near you.

Discover existing chapters and see the one closest to you. All groups have websites where you can get directly in touch with local leaders and get involved.

Find Your Chapter

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Start a Dollars for Scholars in your community.

Today’s students are our next generation of doers and makers. And if you’re passionate about strengthening your community, it only makes sense to invest in its greatest asset — its people. We’ll help you get started.

Start Your Chapter

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Donate to Dollars for Scholars.

When you donate, your dollar is invested in students so they can thrive. There are two options to donate, either to your local Dollars for Scholars or to the Dr. Irving Fradkin Legacy Fund rewarding outstanding Dollars for Scholars and providing support for more impactful scholarships, including renewable awards and additional student support.

“Being involved in this organization has taught me what a small group of community-minded people can accomplish. I’m really grateful for the people in our community. It has been a pleasure working with Dollars for Scholars because it is all of us together.”
Roxanne “Rocky” Thompson, 2018 Dollars for Scholars Volunteer of the Year, Swanville, MN

Dollars for Scholars is dedicated to hometown student success.

12,500 volunteers

475 chapters nationwide

25 average years in operation