Scholarship Opportunities

The Chiapas Peace House Project seeks to make our program experiences possible to a diverse array of people by actively recruiting and supporting volunteers from all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. All volunteers who have been accepted into the program and who meet certain criteria may apply for financial assistance to reduce participation costs. In order to be processed and considered, the Peace House scholarship application must be completed in full.

Financial Assistance
Depending on the availability of funds and the applicant’s eligibility and need, the
Chiapas Peace House Project may award individual applicants financial assistance. Generally awards do not exceed $300.

Criteria for selection are:
1. Determination to fully participate in our volunteer program and continue solidarity efforts after returning home.
2. Spanish proficiency
3. Financial need (determined through application and follow-up communication)

Peace House Scholarship Application:
Please submit a short essay that answers the following questions thoroughly:

1. Please describe your financial need: Are there any special circumstances, financial or otherwise, that we should consider in reviewing your application for financial assistance? How will you be funding your time abroad?  Do you have a support network that can assist with your financial needs?
2. Why do you want to volunteer with us and what do you hope to gain?

Essays should be submitted as a separate document along with your volunteer application to info@chiapaspeacehouse.org