Rick and Amanda Hansen believe that people of all abilities should have the right to a barrier-free education. The Rick & Amanda Hansen Scholarship for Youth with Disabilities, funded generously by the April 1 Foundation, provides financial support to Canadian youth with disabilities to pursue post-secondary education.
This scholarship aims to make a profound impact on the lives of Canadian youth with disabilities by removing financial barriers and supporting career aspirations through post-secondary education.
Funding of up to $10,000 per year (up to a maximum of $40,000) is available for youth with disabilities looking to complete a 1- to 4-year post-secondary program at a publicly funded institution in Canada.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be:
- A person with a disability, defined as a functional limitation – whether permanent or episodic in nature—that, when interacting with barriers, results in a restriction of full and equal participation.
- A Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
- Eligible for domestic tuition at a publicly funded post-secondary institution or training program at a public university, college or institute in Canada.
- Under 30 years old as of May 15, 2026.
- Enrolling full-time in the eligible academic year for a 1- to 4-year post-secondary program.
- Enrolling in a publicly funded Canadian institution.
- Not receiving other financial awards that total more than $2,500 per year (excluding student loans).
- Responsible for informing themselves how any funding received from the Rick & Amanda Hansen Scholarship will affect the status of any benefits and subsidies that they are eligible for.
Applicants must not be:
- Employees, volunteers, and board of directors of RHF (“RHF Personnel”), spouses and children of RHF Personnel;
- A previous recipient of the Rick and Amanda Hansen Scholarship for Youth with Disabilities.
Application Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be evaluated using the following criteria:
- Demonstrate alignment with Rick & Amanda Hansen’s values of perseverance, inclusivity and being a difference maker;
- Clarity of career goals and alignment with the chosen academic program;
- Ability to successfully complete the chosen academic program; and
- Financial necessity of the scholarship.
Due Date: May 15, 2026, at 11:59PM PT
Website: The Rick & Amanda Hansen Scholarship for Youth with Disabilities