LEAGUE FOUNDATION WINNERS 2026

30 Years of Impact. 10 New Futures. Meet the 2026 LEAGUE Foundation Scholars.

This year, LEAGUE Foundation proudly celebrates ten exceptional students whose courage, ambition, and commitment to service distinguished them among a record number of applicants. These scholars embody the promise of a brighter, more inclusive future and represent the next generation of leaders, advocates, healthcare professionals, educators, and changemakers. This announcement is especially meaningful as LEAGUE Foundation celebrates its 30th Anniversary. Since its founding in 1996, LEAGUE Foundation has awarded 253 scholarships totaling more than $560,000. These investments have helped students pursue higher education, overcome financial barriers, and transform their aspirations into lasting contributions within their communities.

For three decades, the generosity of donors, volunteers, scholarship reviewers, and supporters has created opportunities for students committed to advancing equality, inclusion, and positive change. Their dedication has helped open doors for hundreds of young people, empowering them to pursue their dreams and realize their full potential. Today, we proudly welcome ten new scholars who will carry that legacy forward.

The stories shared by this year’s scholarship recipients reflect a powerful commitment to creating a better future. Many aspire to careers in healthcare, education, public service, science, advocacy, and community leadership. They spoke about the transformative power of education, the importance of supporting underserved communities, and the responsibility they feel to create environments where others can thrive. They shared aspirations to advance equity and representation while using their talents and education to make a lasting difference in the lives of others.

For these students, the scholarship represents far more than financial assistance. It provides opportunity, affirmation, and a pathway to pursue goals that will positively influence individuals, communities, and future generations. Their determination, resilience, and sense of purpose reflect the values that LEAGUE Foundation has championed throughout its 30-year history.

For 30 years, LEAGUE Foundation has invested in potential, empowered future leaders, and expanded access to education. The success of this program is a testament to the generosity of donors, volunteers, reviewers, and advocates who believe in the power of opportunity. As we celebrate our newest scholars and this important anniversary milestone, we look forward to the impact these remarkable students will have on their campuses, in their communities, and throughout the world.

Thank you to the many LEAGUE members, AT&T employees, allies, and supporters whose generosity and volunteer service continue to make these scholarships, and the futures they help create, possible.