2026 applications open on April 9, 2026.
(Applications are due by May 15, 2026)
(Winners will be notified by June 12, 2026)
The NDSC Jake Pratt Scholarship presented by UPS will provide individual grants to people with Down syndrome who are currently enrolled or accepted in an inclusive postsecondary education program that will enhance their life through employment, independent living, life skills, or interests in any other areas. This is the 3rd cycle of scholarships and will provide (5) $5,000 scholarships and (5) $1,000 scholarships for a total of $30,000.
We are PROUD to announce the winners for the 2025 NDSC Jake Pratt Scholarship presented by UPS!
We are PROUD to announce the winners of The 2024 NDSC Jake Pratt Scholarship presented by UPS!
These scholarships were awarded to five incredible individuals with Down syndrome who are enrolled in inclusive postsecondary education programs at colleges or universities.
Congratulations to:
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Taylor is pictured at UPS World Headquarters, where she was presented her $5,000 scholarship check by Darrell Ford (Executive Vice President (EVP), Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Cathy Scott (Vice President, Social Impact, The UPS Foundation) and Carol Tome (Chief Executive Officer of UPS).
Thank you to all of the applicants, our friends at The UPS Foundation, the friends and families of our scholarship recipients, and the amazing UPS drivers who delivered the good news and big surprises.
