Wassmuth Center for Human Rights — Changemaker Scholarships
The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights offers scholarships to Idaho high school seniors who have taken meaningful action to create positive change in their communities.
Key facts
- Funder
- Wassmuth Center for Human Rights
- Status
- Upcoming
- Next deadline
- March 1, 2027
- Amount
- Varies (cash scholarships)
- Who can apply
- Students
- Where
- ID
- Official page
- https://www.wassmuthcenter.org/changemaker/
- Apply
- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Kc-nhJYJ2Cf1D4b8rEh-sJR1XODL2he9LkeCSiIWoYc/edit?usp=sharing
- Last verified
- October 13, 2026
About this funding
LOCAL ONLY — Idaho Only. These scholarships are awarded to students who embody the Wassmuth Powerful Practices by transforming human rights ideals into informed action, fostering just and joyful communities. The awards are cash scholarships intended to support the next generation of changemakers. The program is supported by the family of Arthur and Neli Zaltzman. Students are recognized for their commitment to human rights in their communities.
Eligibility:
- Must be an Idaho high school senior
- Must have taken meaningful action to create positive change in their communities
How to apply
Applications require a completed personal information form, an essay of no more than 1,000 words describing the applicant's work as a changemaker, and a signed permission release. Applications open in Fall 2026 for the 2027 awards.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for Wassmuth Center for Human Rights — Changemaker Scholarships?
Students
How much funding does Wassmuth Center for Human Rights — Changemaker Scholarships offer?
Varies (cash scholarships)
When is the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights — Changemaker Scholarships deadline?
March 1, 2027
How do I apply for Wassmuth Center for Human Rights — Changemaker Scholarships?
Applications require a completed personal information form, an essay of no more than 1,000 words describing the applicant's work as a changemaker, and a signed permission release. Applications open in Fall 2026 for the 2027 awards.