Villa Charities Scholarship Program

The Villa Charities Scholarship Program provides financial support to Undergraduate and Graduate level students who believe in and help further Villa Charities’ mission to enrich lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage. Any person, regardless of heritage, that helps further this mission is encouraged to apply.

THIS IS AN EXTERNAL AWARD.

Eligibility Criteria

• Registered in an Undergraduate program.
• Must be entering the second, third, or fourth year of the program.
• Have a GPA of 3.5+. See Terms and Conditions for additional requirements.
• Students must be Canadian citizens or have permanent-residence status.
• Online application and supporting documentation submitted by the Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 11:59pm EDT deadline (late applications will not be considered).
• Demonstrates leadership qualities through various means such as volunteer community service.
• Exhibits passion in their field of study. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate special interest in Italian heritage and culture as part of their program of study, such as through a co-op, internship, and/or an applied research project.
• Written short questions on leadership and community engagement, cultural identity and values, and service and personal commitment. Answers should include specific examples.
• Essay on how your personal values align with Villa Charities’ mission – to enrich lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage. Essay should include specific examples on how you have contributed, or plan to contribute to your school, community, or cultural life in ways that promote cultural understanding, community engagement, and service.

Application Details

How to Apply

Apply at the following link: https://www.villacharities.com/foundation/scholarship-programs/ 

Application Deadline

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Selection Process

Winners will be selected by Villa Charities staff.