Peter Daly Scholarship Fund
Since 2006, HRI has distributed approximately $2.3 million in scholarships for college, community college, and professional certificate programs through the Peter Daly Scholarship Fund. Any HRI resident, regardless of age, attending an accredited institution may apply for a scholarship. Awards range from $500 to $5,000 per year. These funds have supported hundreds of students, including many who are the first generation in their families to attend college.
Scholarship at a Glance
Open to HRI residents
Supports college, trade school, and certification programs
Awards available for the upcoming academic year
Application deadline: Friday, May 29th 2026
+ 230
Peter Daly Scholarship Awardees
$2.3 Million
In Awards over the last 20 Years!
How to Apply
Complete the online application
Submit all required documents
Applications are reviewed by a selection committee
Selected applicants will be notified by email
Application deadline: Friday, May 29th 2026
2025 Applicant Ages
Each year, around 1/3 of awardees are over the age of 24. HRI’s community engagement team and local program partners work hard to make students of ALL AGES aware of this opportunity.
Peter Daly Scholarship Awardees
Melaku Mohammed
Boston University Class of 2026 HRI Resident
"This scholarship has and is continuing to provide the opportunity to complete my path towards a B.S. in Data Science, as it helps pay for my tuition. With the costs of attending a higher education increasing yearly, this scholarship has been the backbone to uplift me academically and financially, reducing the burden of student debt and letting me focus on building real-world skills in data science.
Beyond just covering tuition, it represents an investment in my future, empowering me to become a data scientist who can use analytics to solve meaningful problems in my community and industry. I’m incredibly grateful for this support, as it has transformed what felt like an uncertain dream into a concrete, achievable goal. "
Ashley Flores
Boston College Class of 2028 HRI Resident
"As someone who is low-income, this scholarship will support my current educational goals and my future goals tremendously. This scholarship will allow me to continue my education with a sense of financial burden being taken off of my family’s and I shoulders.
I come from a background where every dollar counts and where this type of support goes unnoticed. This scholarship represents hard work, sacrifice, and dedication I have maintained while being a student. I am most looking forward to new opportunities and joining my campus’s clubs to become more involved with my school/community this academic year!”
Philip Wilkins
Williams College Class of 2028 HRI Resident
"I’m deeply grateful to Homeowners Rehab Inc. for awarding me the 2025 HRI Peter Daly scholarship! It’s a blessing to be part of a housing community that invests in its residents. This support will go a long way in helping me succeed this semester and brings me one step closer to achieving my goals. Thank you for believing in me!”
Frequently Asked Questions
-
Residents of HRI properties who are planning to attend or are currently enrolled in college, trade school, or a certification program are eligible to apply.
-
Scholarship funds can be used for education-related expenses such as tuition, books, supplies, and other costs to being a student.
Awards will be given directly to the applicant by direct deposit.
-
Proof of enrollment
Financial aid award letter
Transcript of recent grades
One complete personal essay, answering a question on the application.
-
You can still apply using your most recent financial aid information. Once your FASFA for 2026-2027 becomes available, you are required to submit the updated document by email.
-
Applicants will be notified after the review process is complete. You will receive an email with next steps if selected.
-
Yes, previous recipients are encouraged to apply again, but selection is not guaranteed.
For Additional Questions Contact:
Ekrama Mohamed (She/Her/Hers)
Community Engagement Program and Operations Coordinator
Phone: 617.299.9573
Email: emohamed@homeownersrehab.org