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SCHOLARSHIP 
PROGRAM

2026 
 

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!

Transform Your Future

Step into the vibrant and dynamic world of consumer products, a powerhouse industry generating $300 billion in annual revenue! Join WiT and be part of an exciting community filled with innovation, growth and endless possibilities.

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Become the Next Scholarship Recipient!

To apply for the WiT Foundation Scholarship, you must:

  • Identify as a woman

  • Live in the U.S. or Canada

  • Be a full-time undergraduate student with minimum 3.0 GPA at an accredited college or university

  • Have interest in a career in the consumer products, toys, licensing and entertainment industries

  • Are interested in exploring a career in: Business Management, Design, Engineering, Computer Science, E-Commerce, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Law, Creative Arts and other industry-related programs

You will receive:

  • Money: $5000 in financial support

  • Access: Mentorship from Industry Professionals

  • Skill-Building: Resume & career workshops

  • Spotlight: WiT Newsletter and social media call-out

  • Membership: Free one-year membership 

  • VIP Guest: Ticket to Licensing Expo Las Vegas

  • Experience: Internship and job posting alerts

  • … and so much more!

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Discover Why the WiT Scholarship is a Game Changer

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FEBRUARY 20

Applications

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Awards
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MAY 19-21

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JANUARY 5

Deadline to Apply

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MARCH 30

Attend Licensing Expo​

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Key Dates & Next Steps

Scholarship Program

Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment is pleased to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who are exploring careers in industry-related fields.

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​The WiT Scholarship is funded by The WiT Foundation, a 501(c)(3) corporation that is committed to advancing and advocating for women who work in, or seek to work in the toy, consumer products, licensing and entertainment industries.

2025 WiT Scholarship Recipients

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Sarah Mashiat

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Computer Science

Princeton University

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Grace Garner​

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Art & Design/Bachelor of Fine Arts

Lindenwood University

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Isabella Chavez

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Supply Chain Management

University of Arkansas

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Rachel Fox​

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Finance & Supply Chain Management

University of Arkansas

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Christine Xu

 

Mechanical Engineering & 
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Shnayjaah Jeanty

 

Creative Writing & Human Rights

Columbia University

How You Can Help

Your contribution to The WiT Foundation / Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment is tax deductible and will help support our mission to unlock the full potential of our industry’s women. For more information or to make a donation, please click below.

 

Email info@womenintoys.com for more information.

Sign up for our weekly WiT iNSIDER newsletter to keep up with WiT news, events, webinars, programs and more.

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Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (The WiT Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and global community that champions and advocates for the advancement of women through leadership, networking and educational opportunities.

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