LA PORTE COUNTY, IN— Unity Foundation of La Porte County is now accepting scholarship applications to assist with post-secondary funding for the 2026-2027 academic year through the Unity Foundation General Application. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CT. In 2025, Unity awarded a total of $325,000 to 174 local students through this scholarship program.

The Unity Foundation General Application simplifies the process by allowing students to apply for over 50 different scholarships through a single online application. The application form, frequently asked questions, and additional details are available here. Applicants are encouraged to begin the process early.

“Unity Foundation is honored to support local students as they pursue their educational goals,” said CC Payne, Director of Operations at Unity Foundation. “With more than 50 unique scholarship opportunities, there is truly something for almost every type of student—whether their strengths are academic, extracurricular or service-based. Unity scholarships are not limited to high school seniors, either. We support students during every phase of their post-secondary journey.”

Graduating high school seniors (Class of 2026), continuing students, and non-traditional students seeking to obtain a professional certificate, or associate, undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degree are invited to apply for the many scholarships administered by Unity Foundation. Click here to learn more and apply.

About Unity Foundation
Since 1992, Unity Foundation of La Porte County has served donors, nonprofits and local communities. As La Porte County’s community foundation, it manages nearly $60 million in assets, administers more than 400 charitable funds, and has distributed nearly $29 million through direct grants and scholarships. Unity Foundation’s mission is to strengthen La Porte County now and forever by building permanent endowments; providing leadership; offering philanthropic vehicles for everyone; and being a catalyst for social and economic vitality. For more information, please visit uflc.net or call 219-879-0327.