Residency
Residency
Be a current resident of Missouri’s Barry, Cedar, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Jasper, Laclede, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Ozark, Polk, Stone, Taney, Webster, or Wright counties.
Change Your Life.
Change The World.
Scholarship and Awards Programs from PFLAG Springfield/SWMO
Through the generosity of our many supporters and partners, PFLAG Springfield/SWMO is committed to strengthening the LGBTQ+ community in the Ozarks. One way we do that? Funding the next generation of leaders and change-makers. Another way? Recognizing the advocates impacting our community today.
Scholarships for Higher Education
PFLAG Springfield/SWMO awards $7,500 spread across three scholarships for LGBTQ+ folks who are current SW Missouri residents and pursuing higher education.
Eligibility Requirements
Identity
Identity
Be a self-identified LGBTQ+ student.
Have demonstrated community service or a desire to serve the LGBTQ+ community.
Commitment
Commitment
Accepted to attend, or currently enrolled in a technical/vocational program pursuing certification OR accepted to attend, or currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.
Jim House HISET Scholarship
In partnership with The GLO Center, we are proud to offer the Jim House Scholarship to selected individuals pursuing their HISET (formerly the GED).
Everyone deserves a chance to better themselves, regardless of income restrictions. The Jim House HISET Scholarship is meant to enable LGBTQIA+ folks to get their High School Equivalency Credential so they can take steps into their future– whether that’s attending college, learning a trade, joining the workforce, or just being able to say that they completed their secondary education.
This scholarship is lovingly named after Jim House (1941-2019), an activist and influential member of the LGBTQ+ community in Springfield. Jim played an integral role in the foundation of both the GLO Center and AIDS Project of the Ozarks and was beloved as a mentor and friend.
Kathryn Munzinger Advocate of the Year Award
The Kathryn Munzinger Outstanding Advocate of the Year Award is named after PFLAG National Board Member and former PFLAG Springfield/SWMO President Kathy Munzinger. This award recognizes a member of the LGBTGQ+ community or an ally who has made a significant difference in making the world a more caring, just, and affirming place. It’s one way we recognize the champions in our community. Nominations typically open in December, the recipient is chosen by our Executive Committee in February, and the award is presented in April at our Scholarship and Awards Reception.
Past Recipients:
2025 – Ashley Quinn
2024 – Dr. Shurita Thomas Tate
2023 – Vacant
2022 – Courtney Pinkham-Martin
2021 – Vacant
2020 – Dr. Shelby Farnan-Moore
2019 – Kathy Munzinger (inaugural year)