Colorado Announces $50K Scholarships For Vaccinated Teens

Boulder CO

02 June, 2021

12:59 PM

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Another coronavirus vaccine lottery incentive has been announced in Colorado — this time for young Coloradans. Twenty-five residents between ages 12 and 17 — who have at least one dose of their vaccine — will be eligible to each win a $50,000 scholarship, Gov. Jared Polis announced Wednesday. Five Coloradans will be awarded each week from Monday through July 5: CDPHE "Last week we launched the Colorado Comeback Cash for Coloradans 18 and older, and now we are rolling out how Coloradans ages 12-17 have a chance to win $50,000 toward their education when they get the vaccine as soon as possible," Polis said in a statement. "These scholarships will help 25 lucky winners get the postsecondary education of their choice. We need each and every Coloradan to be part of this once-in-a-generation effort to power the Colorado Comeback and the first step is getting vaccinated." The funds will be placed in a CollegeInvest account for the student to use when they pursue postsecondary education, including higher and technical education or credential programs. The funds can be left in the interest-bearing account for future educational use. Around a quarter of Coloradans ages 12 to 17 have already received at least one dose, Polis said.