About the Scholarship
Mission
The Ethan Saylor Memorial Scholarship awards $500 to an individual who embodies the same spirit that Ethan Saylor carried with him.
History
Ethan Saylor lived life to the fullest. Whether he was rocking out to music, working alongside law enforcement, or strumming his guitar, Ethan pursued everything he loved with passion and determination. The Ethan Saylor Memorial Scholarship was created to honor that same unstoppable spirit by supporting individuals with Down syndrome in making their own dreams come true—no matter the obstacles. Awarded annually, this scholarship recognizes those who demonstrate the same drive and determination that Ethan embodied. Whether you dream of renting a limo for a night out with friends, taking a family vacation, or going to see your favorite band in concert, the Ethan Saylor Memorial Scholarship exists to help turn that dream into a reality.
“Nothing is as important as passion. No matter what you want to do with your life, be passionate.” -Jon Bon Jovi, Ethan’s hero
*Please note: If you are looking for a scholarship to help with college costs, please visit the Bright Future Fund page. The Ethan Saylor scholarship is for individuals to pursue their passions outside of academics!
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The Ethan Saylor Memorial Scholarship will award $500 to one individual to support them in pursuing their passion.
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Additional Information
Eligibility Criteria
Each applicant must:
- Have Down syndrome
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Intend to pursue a passion despite previous limitations
Application Questions
To apply, in 500 words or less, tell us about your passions, and dreams and how you would use the Ethan Saylor Memorial Scholarship to make your dreams a reality. In the application, please be sure to include your name, address, age, phone number, and e-mail address. Self-advocates may apply for themselves or have someone else complete the application for them.
Application Deadline
All applications must be submitted by June 24, 2025.
Notification
You will receive an email confirmation that we received your application. If you have any questions about completing the application, please contact NDSS at info@ndss.org.