Live Mas Scholarship Program
Scholarship Sponsored by Taco Bell Foundation
Live Más Scholarship — quick guide (read this first)
Important dates
- Application window: October 14, 2025 — January 6, 2026 (deadline: 5:00 PM Pacific)
- Selection period: January 7, 2026 — April 21, 2026
- Award notifications: on or about April 21, 2026
- Total scholarship funding in 2026: up to $14.5 million
Who should apply (eligibility)
New applicants — you must meet all of the following:
- Legal resident of one of the 50 U.S. states or the District of Columbia, or be the dependent child of an active-duty member of the U.S. military
- Between 16 and 26 years old
- On track to apply for or already enrolled in an accredited post‑secondary program (this includes two‑year, four‑year, vocational‑technical, or trade programs). “On track” means pending receipt of a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Renewal / returning scholars
- You may renew up to three (3) times while still eligible.
- Renewal is not automatic — you must re-apply using your invitation code.
- Renewal award amounts may differ from prior awards.
- The 16–26 age limit does not apply to renewal applications.
What to submit (one original response only)
Choose one format:
- Video: 30 seconds to 2 minutes, OR
- Essay: 250–500 words (you may include one photo that represents your passion)
Prompts (answer fully and honestly)
- New applicants: Address (1) your passion and how you are pursuing it, (2) the impact you hope to make, and (3) how you embody the spirit of Live Más in everyday life. Live Más is about taking an unconventional path, turning curiosity into bold action that lifts others while staying true to yourself.
- Renewal applicants: Address (1) how your passion has grown or evolved since your most recent Live Más award, (2) the change you’ve made or hope to make with your passion/career path, (3) how your education has supported your goals, and (4) how you continue to embody the spirit of Live Más.
How to apply
- Apply online at TacoBellFoundation.org during the application window.
- For assistance, contact: tacobell@mykaleidoscope.com
Important notes & teacher tips
- Read the Terms & Conditions for complete details and any fine print.
- Only one original submission is allowed. Don’t submit both a video and an essay.
- If you’re renewing, use your invitation code to access the renewal form.
- Keep video concise and focused; if you write an essay, be specific and use vivid examples.
- Submit well before the Jan 6 deadline to avoid last‑minute technical problems.
If you want, I can help you draft or review your essay or outline a short storyboard for a video application.
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