Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Youth Scholarship
The Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship recognizes student leaders creating innovative solutions to end hunger. Recipients receive an academic youth scholarship and a grant to continue their efforts.Empowering Students to Fight Hunger
Since 2007, the Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship has honored 96 national scholars and 259 Emerging Leaders, awarding more than $1.2 million in youth scholarships and grants. Students are honored for making a significant impact against hunger by raising awareness and mobilizing solutions to eliminate childhood hunger. The scholarship is named for the Foundation’s founder and former president, who himself was an unstoppable champion in the fight to end hunger.
Apply for the Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship
The Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship recognizes students, ages 5 to 25, who are tackling hunger in their communities. Applicants should demonstrate creativity, leadership and impact in fighting food insecurity. National scholars receive a $10,000 academic scholarship and a $5,000 grant for their hunger-relief charity. They also attend the Sodexo Charity Classic, which will be held June 3 -5, 2026 in Colorado Springs, CO, where they have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders who support the Stop Hunger mission. The annual application period runs from September 5 to November 5.
See official rulesMeet our 2025 Scholars
Nate Henry
Farra Bronx, NY – 6th Grade
Nate Henry is a dedicated volunteer with Grassroots Grocery, helping provide food to over 1,000 people in the Bronx, Harlem, and the Upper East Side. With over 160 service hours, he is also working to establish a middle school service club focused on food insecurity. Nate’s leadership and commitment to hunger relief make him a deserving recipient of the Stephen J. Brady Scholarship.
Celebrating Our Scholars
Every year, inspiring young leaders take action against hunger through innovative projects and advocacy. Explore the incredible impact of past scholarship recipients and how they’re changing lives.
