Legal and Art Scholarships
The Stanfield Scholarships Program is funded by a trust created by Mrs. Marion Barr Stanfield for Unitarian Universalists studying in the fields of art or law. Mrs. Stanfield stated that the Stanfield Scholarship committee should take into consideration, "Not only the intellectual attainments and potentialities of the beneficiaries but that they consider whether in character and constructive spiritual philosophy the beneficiaries are most likely to use their legal training and their training in art for the betterment of humankind."
Criteria for recipients include an active relationship with Unitarian Universalism, financial need, and enrollment in an accredited institution. The recipient of each scholarship will be a person whom the committee believes will promote Unitarian Universalist values in the larger world.
Scholarships are awarded for one year; however students may reapply each year if they wish to continue receiving financial assistance.
Otto M. Stanfield Law Scholarship
Criteria for law scholarship recipients include an active relationship with Unitarian Universalism, enrollment in an accredited institution, and a deep connection and commitment to social justice work. The recipients of each scholarship will be a person whom the committee believes will promote Unitarian Universalist values through their justice work in the larger world.
The application consists of three sections: a five-page (max) narrative, experience description, and letters of recommendation. Visit UUCSJ Funding Opportunities to learn more and apply for this scholarship.
The deadline for the 2023-2024 academic year is June 1, 2023. Scholarship recipients will be notified by mid-July 2023 for the 2023-2024 academic year beginning in August/ September 2023.
Contact: UU College of Social Justice
Marion Barr Stanfield Art Scholarship
The Marion Barr Stanfield Art Scholarship is for either graduate or undergraduate Unitarian Universalist students preparing for a career in fine arts. The terms of the trust limit eligibility to those in the study of painting, drawing, photography, and/or sculpture. Performing arts majors are not eligible.
Contact: Unitarian Universalist Funding Program
Application
The deadline for the completed application (Word, 7 pages; preferred format) (PDF, 7 pages) is February 15th.
Pauly D'Orlando Memorial Art Scholarship
The Pauly D'Orlando Memorial Art Scholarship is funded by a trust set up by the First Unitarian Church of New Orleans. Eligibility requirements for this scholarship are the same as those for the Stanfield Art Scholarship. Art applicants for the Stanfield and D'Orlando scholarships are considered together.
For more information contact uufp@uua.org.
Checklist for The Above Scholarships
The following must be received by February 15:
Completed Application Form
(Word, 8 pages; preferred format) (PDF, 7 pages):
- Personal Information (Pages 1-3 of application)
- Essay (1-2 page essay as outlined on page 3)
- Personal Financial Statement. (Pages 4-5 of application)
- Personal Tax Information (Copy of most recent tax return or equivalent)
- Parent/ Spouse Financial Statement (Pages 6-7 of application)
- Parent/ Spouse Tax Information (Copy of most recent tax return or equivalent)
- Slide Portfolio (Art applicants only)
- List of Works (Art applicants only)
Supporting Documentation
The following supporting documentation must be received by March 1:
- Transcripts (Official transcripts from all institutions attended)
- Recommendation from Educator (Dated letter from current instructor or teacher)
- Recommendation from Church (Dated letter from your minister/ officer of the Church)
Submission Information
Applications, supporting documentation and inquiries should be addressed to:
Stanfield and D’Orlando Art Scholarship
c/o UU Funding Program