Social connection decreases feelings of isolation, reduces stress, and prevents suicide in people with depression. Print out an IOU activity book (or make your own!) filled with fun things to do and give it to a friend who has been feeling down. Friendship for the win!
Scholarship: Treat Yo Friends from DoSomething.org
Amount: $1,000 grant for one winner’s school!
About the scholarship: You could win an easy $1,000 school grant just by doing a fun activity with your friend! Watch a movie together or go for a jog — it’s up to you! To enter for the $1,000 school grant, just print out our IOU (“I Owe You”) book of fun activities you can enjoy together. Give it to a friend and you’ll be entered to win!
Requirements: Limited, 1 entry per person. No minimum GPA or essays required. Must be 13 to 25 years old to apply. This scholarship is only open to those residing in the U.S. and Canada or those who hold citizenship in the U.S. or Canada.
Deadline: The school grant is open from February 22, 2016 to March 28, 2016.
For more information: Visit the Treat Yo Friends website.
