Living Breath Foundation Academic Scholarship

The Living Breath Foundation Academic Scholarship program is open to individuals with Cystic Fibrosis who are graduating from high school or continuing their higher education at a two-year, four-year, or trade school, and are current residents of California or Arizona, and are US citizens.

Award Details:

Grants range from $1000 to $5000 and are made directly to the recipient to assist with covering any of the following: tuition, books, or additional expenses of attending school while living with Cystic Fibrosis.  This can include: private rooms, rooms with running water or bathrooms, food, and parking.

Notifications of award status will be mailed no later than June 1st.

Ways to apply

Your scholarship application can be submitted to the Living Breath Foundation using one of the following ways:

Online Application

To fill out your application and upload your supporting documents in your browser window. 

Documents you will need

To complete the application process you will need to provide the following documents:

• A list of your past/current community involvement. (including dates/offices held)
• A list of your past/current extracurricular activities and interests (including dates and any leadership roles)
• Personal Statement Essay explaining how continuing your education will benefit your future.​
• A letter from your doctor confirming you have Cystic Fibrosis
• A copy of your annual tuition and fees for your college/university.
• A photocopy of the most recent Student Aid Report (SAR), the Department of Education's response to your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• A letter of recommendation from a member of the community. (e.g. teacher, employer, religious leader, etc.)
• A detailed list of all sources of financial aid / support already awarded. (e.g. scholarships, grants, work / study contributions from family, etc.)
• ​For incoming freshmen: An official high school transcript and a copy of acceptance letter or confirmation of enrollment from your college/university.
• For current college/university students: An official college/university transcript and confirmation of enrollment from your college/university.

By Mail or Email

To download the scholarship application as a PDF and submit it via email or post.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Living Breath Foundation is a non-profit organization created to help those living with Cystic Fibrosis.

We award scholarships to qualifying individuals who wish to further their education beyond the high school level. We also assist individuals and families with the added expenses associated with having Cystic Fibrosis, which include the extensive costs of prescription medication and medical equipment. In certain situations, we provide financial assistance for individuals who have prolonged or frequent absences from work.

In addition to providing financial assistance, The Living Breath Foundation plans on producing new and inventive ways to raise awareness about the disease and what it takes to live with the illness.