Elizabeth Freeland Compassion Fund

About this award

Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for a bursary based on financial need for Indigenous students in any post-secondary program.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Elizabeth Freeland Compassion Fund to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student attending a post-secondary institution and can show that you have a genuine financial need for funding. You have three different deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. No notification timeline is posted publicly — before you start the application, check Elizabeth Freeland Compassion Fund's program page or call their office to confirm when you will hear back. Selection criteria aren't published beyond the focus on financial need, though they may also look at your academic merit and how you contribute to your community. Ask Elizabeth Freeland Compassion Fund how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Elizabeth Freeland Compassion Fund during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Elizabeth Freeland Compassion Fund whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Post Secondary — study level

How to apply

1. 1

   Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

   Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

2. 2

   Request your official transcript1–2 weeks

   Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.

3. 3

   Submit by August 1, 2026~1 hour

   Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

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