STEP Youth Initiative Scholarships - Application Open!

Now Accepting Applications: STEP Youth Initiative Scholarship!

The South Texas Equality Project (STEP) is proud to announce the STEP Youth Initiative Scholarship for Fall 2025! Since 2017, we have awarded 48 scholarships totaling $26,000! The $500 scholarships are designed to support LGBTQIA+ youth and allies in or from the Rio Grande Valley who are committed to advocacy, leadership, and making a difference in their communities.

Who Should Apply?

We’re looking for students who:

• Identify as LGBTQIA+ or are allies

• Demonstrate leadership potential and a passion for advocacy