HFM Academic Scholarships

HFM was founded in 1956 and is the only chapter in the state of Michigan serving the bleeding disorders community. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all affected by hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, other coagulation disorders, and related complications including HIV/AIDS and hepatitis.

Scholarship Opportunities

Amount: Two awards of $2,500 each.

Who Can Apply:

• Individuals within the bleeding disorders community who reside in the state of Michigan seeking a post-secondary education, which can include a community college, university, graduate level, or trade school.
• This includes those with bleeding disorders (clotting disorders are not eligible for this scholarship) and immediate family members (parent, sibling, grandchild) of those with a bleeding disorder.
• Past applicants are eligible to reapply.
• Relatives of HFM employees are not eligible for this scholarship.
• Previous scholarship winners are not eligible to apply.

Process:

• Complete the online application.
• Upload your personal statement to the online application.
• Upload your proof of bleeding disorder to the online application. DO NOT SUBMIT ANY MEDICAL RECORDS – THIS SHOULD BE A LETTER FROM YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER CONFIRMING YOUR BLEEDING DISORDER).
• Upload one reference letter to the online application.
• No transcripts are required this year.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• View rubric that applicants will be scored by

Please Note:

• Applicants will be notified by April 3, 2026 if they have been chosen.
• Scholarship certificates will be presented to recipients during SpringFest weekend, April 18 and 19, specifically on Sunday morning.
• Funds will be disbursed directly to the school in the fall of 2026.