About the Ramblers Scholarship

Established in 2016 by the New York Ramblers Soccer Club, the Ramblers Scholarship is the only award of its kind that supports undergraduate student athletes of all sports who are members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community. Scholarship Awardees receive a one-time scholarship paid directly to the Scholarship Awardee’s bank account, with up to three scholarships of $2,500.

Applicants from across the United States are reviewed based on their financial need, LGBTQ+ advocacy, leadership in sports, academic excellence, and potential for impact based on their career goals and aspirations. If the application portal is not working, please send your completed application as a PDF Doc along with all relevant attachments to communityengagement@nyramblers.com. 

The application deadline is May 31, 2026, 11:59pm EST.

Applicants can expect a decision by no later than two weeks after application close.

Scholarships will be awarded within 45 business days from decision notification.

Applicants of all citizenship statuses are eligible.

The application process entails:

• Completed application form

• Three (3) brief essays (between 150-300 words each)

• One (1) letter of recommendation

• List of relevant honors and extracurricular activities

• Copy of Transcript

An eligible applicant is:

• An athlete (all sports and athletic activities qualify);

• An open and self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex person; or a demonstrated and committed heterosexual ally;

• A graduating high school student who plans to attend a recognized undergraduate college or university in the United States OR is an already matriculated US undergraduate / graduate college student; and

• Between the age of 15 and 35-years-old (depending on age at time of high school graduation)

The ideal scholarship candidate will:

• Have a clearly described need for financial support;

• Be significantly impacted by this scholarship;

• Be able to articulate their personal and professional goals;

• Be involved in extracurricular activities with demonstrated passion and commitment;

• Show leadership in academics, extracurriculars, and/or athletics

• Have a reasonable probability of completing their degree

• Demonstrate an interest in community service, involvement, or volunteerism

We’re proud to expand the Ramblers family to include student athletes pursuing higher education who are committed to serving the LGBTQ+ community. We hope that this financial support will positively reinforce their pride in our community and assist them as they follow their educational and career ambitions.

Help us share this opportunity with qualified young people and with the individuals and organizations working with them. We aim to grow the Ramblers Scholarship Fund to support more and more young people each year. If you would like to make a donation, please use the button below.

For more information on the scholarship, contact the Director of Community Engagement at communityengagement@nyramblers.com.

*** Application Open: March 8th - May 31st ***