2026 TAAHP Foundation Scholarship Application

Purpose:

The Texas Affiliation of Affordable Housing Providers (TAAHP) Foundation, in partnership with the TAAHP Scholarship Committee, awards scholarships to support students who actively reside in eligible affordable housing properties owned or operated by TAAHP members. Scholarships are intended to help student residents pursue their educational and career goals and are funded through TAAHP member support and fundraising activities.

Eligibility Requirements:

Reside in an affordable housing community owned or operated by a TAAHP member (residency in a restricted unit will be verified).
Have a household income below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
Be one of the following:
- A high school senior planning to attend a vocational, trade, technical school, community college, or university (acceptance letter required), or
- A GED holder planning to attend a vocational, trade, technical school, community college, or university (acceptance letter required), or
- A currently enrolled student at a vocational, trade, technical school, community college, or university (proof of enrollment required).

Note: Students are encouraged to apply regardless of GPA, provided they are in good academic standing.
Applications are reviewed holistically.

Student Name*

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth*

Date

Student's Email*

example@example.com

Student's Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Name of Property/Apartments Where You Live*

Property / Management Email*

example@example.com

Property/Management Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Student's Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Parent's (Guardian) Name*

First NameLast Name

Parent's (Guardian) Name

First NameLast Name

Parent/Guardian Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Parent/Guardian Email*

example@example.com

Current GPA*

Enter your total GPA

Total GPA Possible*

Example: 4.0

School Attending or Accepted to for 2026*

Interested Major/Minor*

Part-TimeFull-Time

Expected number of courses per semester*

YesNo

Number of courses you are currently taking per semester*

Please list any school activities, sports, community or volunteer organizations, and paid or unpaid work you have participated in. Examples can include clubs, teams, part-time jobs, internships, church or cultural groups, or community service.*

Are you a primary caregiver? (A primary caregiver is defined as someone who is consistently taking care of a friend, or loved one, who is not able to care for themselves.) If so, please briefly describe your caregiving responsibilities. You may include who you care for, the type of support you provide, and how this responsibility affects your time, school, or work commitments. Sharing this information is optional and is intended only to help the Scholarship Committee better understand your experiences and responsibilities.*

YesNo

When did you apply? (approximate date)*

Date

YesNo

How did you hear about this scholarship application?*

Do you currently receive financial aid?*

Do you currently work while attending school?*

If you answered yes, what is the average number of hours you work per week?

YesNoUnsure

Email or statement from property manager confirming residency, good standing, and whether unit is income restricted

Headshot photograph (headshot only)

Academic Documentation (submit ONLY one)

Official High school transcript
Copy of GED Certificate
Current official vocational, technical, or college transcript

Letters of Recommendation
Submit two (2) signed letters of recommendation from someone familiar with your character, service, and achievements such as a teacher, professor, counselor, administrator, principal, coach, community member, professor, academic advisor, supervisor for recent or current job etc.

Letters must be written, dated, and signed by the recommender.
Letters must be current and prepared specifically for the 2026 TAAHP Foundation Scholarship; previously used or generic letters will not be accepted.
Letters must be written by individuals who are familiar with the applicant’s character, academic effort, workethic, leadership, or community involvement
Letters may not be written by a relative, guardian, or member of the applicant’s household.
Letters must include the recommender’s name, title/role, and contact information
Letters must be signed by the recommender (digital or handwritten signatures are acceptable)
Letters must be confidential and may not be edited or altered by the applicant.

Essay Topic & Guidelines

Please describe the achievements or experiences that have been most meaningful to you and explain how receiving this scholarship would support your educational and career goals. As part of your response, you are encouraged to reflect on how living in affordable housing or maintaining stable housing has shaped your educational journey, opportunities, or responsibilities. Your essay should help the Scholarship Committee understand who you are, what you have worked toward, and how this award would make a difference in your academic journey. You may choose to discuss academic accomplishments, work experience, leadership roles, community involvement, personal challenges you have overcome, caregiving responsibilities, or other experiences that have shaped your goals and motivation. Applicants are encouraged to share any special circumstances that have influenced their educational path or required them to balance school with work, family, or other responsibilities. You may also choose to describe any challenges or hardships you have experienced, such as financial hardships, housing instability, balancing school with work or caregiving, or other circumstances that have influenced your path. Applicants who have previously received a TAAHP Foundation Scholarship and are applying again should also describe how prior scholarship support impacted their education and progress toward their goals.

Official high school transcript OR GED certificate OR current university transcriptTwo (2) signed Letters of Recommendation from a teacher, counselor, administrator, professor, academic advisor, coach, community leader, or job supervisor. Relative letters of recommendation will NOT be accepted!Email or statement from property manager confirming residency, good standing, and whether unit is income restrictedTyped Essay (see essay guidelines)Headshot photographAcceptance letter to a college, university, or trade school (only if you are a high school senior)

Upload Required Files*

I certify that all information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledgeI certify that I’ve been accepted into a college, university, or trade school for the 2026-2027 school year or that I’m currently enrolled in a college, university, or trade school for the 2026-2027 school year.I understand that scholarship funds must ONLY be used for qualified educational expenses.I understand that scholarship awards are one-time and not guaranteed for renewal.I certify that I’ve reviewed & submitted ALL requirements for this applicationI consent to the use of my name, likeness, and story for nonprofit recognition and promotional purposes by the TAAHP Foundation.

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