The BISON Children’s Scholarship Fund is a private scholarship fund providing tuition assistance for low-income families throughout the 8 counties of Western New York who want to enroll their children in private K-12 schools.
More detailed information can be found on our website at www.bisonfund.com
BISON FUND – Flyer and FAQ
To Apply:
Step 1 – Complete a pre-application online at bisonfund.com between January 15, 2024 and March 15, 2024. Call BISON with questions at (716) 854-0869 ext. 1.
Step 2 – Watch for notification after the BISON Lottery is held on March 16, 2024. Lottery winners will receive an email with a link directing them to complete a full application to receive the scholarship. If you’re not chosen, you will automatically be placed on the BISON waitlist.
Step 3 – If selected, complete the full application online. Enroll your child(ren) in the school of their choice and ask the school to complete the school commitment form.
Step 4 – Once all the steps are completed, BISON will notify you of your scholarship amount. Watch for email notices to annually renew your BISON Scholarship in February of each year and add siblings.
