A²MEND scholarships provide mentees with financial support for tuition, books and living expenses. Scholarships are awarded to students with special qualifications, such as academic achievement, artistic abilities, demonstrated leadership and/or athletic talents. Scholarships also are awarded to students who are in a particular field of study, are members of underrepresented groups or demonstrate a financial need. These scholarships support students as they pursue their education in community colleges or while transferring to four-year institutions.