The Liz Grimm InnovateHER Scholarship Award
We are honored to share that the Liz Grimm InnovateHer Scholarship will officially launch in 2026 – creating new pathways for the next generation of women in STEM and healthcare to learn, grow, and lead.
For more than three decades, Dr. Elizabeth Grimm has dedicated her life to advancing cancer research at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Her work has helped shape breakthroughs in immunotherapy—changing not only how we treat cancer, but how we think about what’s possible in medicine. But what makes her impact truly extraordinary isn’t just what she’s discovered—it’s who she’s lifted along the way. Dr. Grimm has always believed that progress in women’s health depends on investing in people. She has championed women pursuing careers in science and healthcare, opening doors, mentoring future leaders, and creating opportunities that extend far beyond her own work.
Who can Apply?
The Women’s Fund invites Undergraduate Women in STEM fields or Health Sciences which have the potential to improve human health (Examples include fields such as, but not limited to, Biology, Chemistry, PreMed, Microbiology, Genetics, Cell and Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, and/or Public Health) to participate in the Liz Grimm InnovateHER Scholarship Award!
- Candidates must be enrolled as sophomore or junior-level students at an accredited university or college.
- A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 is required, or the candidate must present evidence of strong academic performance.
- Both residence and academic enrollment must be in the state of Texas at an accredited college or university.
Award
$10,000 ($2,500 will be distributed each semester)
Deadline
Sunday, June 14th, 2026 11:59pm
Essay Prompt
The Women’s Fund believes that investing in the future leaders in women and girls’ health and resiliency creates stronger communities and a more equitable future. As a young woman pursuing a professional career in various health sciences and STEM fields with the goal of impacting human health, please describe how you envision your education and career contributing to health, resiliency, and well-being — whether in your community or in the world?
In your response, feel free to share personal experiences, challenges you’ve overcome, your passion for your field, in addition to your vision for how we can create healthier and more resilient societies for women.
Word count 1,000 minimum – 2,000 maximum
Download the full guidelines here.
Winners will be announced publicly at our Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon on Friday November 13, 2026.
Any questions can be directed at 713-623-6543 or scholarships@thewomensfund.org