The Stance and Start Foundation, established in 2024, is proud to offer scholarships to student-athletes who have demonstrated dedication to football and academic success. This foundation was created as an extension of the Rhode Island Football Academy, an esteemed program that has been shaping young athletes since 2003.
Scholarship Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Submit a 500-word essay detailing how football has impacted your life both on and off the field.
• Be committed to attending a trade school, community college, or four-year college/university in the fall of 2026.
• Have attended any camp session at the RI Football Academy.
• Deadline May 10, 2026
Email your essay to paul@rifootballacademy.com.
This scholarship is designed to recognize student-athletes who have embraced the values of football—discipline, teamwork, leadership, and perseverance—and applied them to their academic and personal lives.
We will be presenting the scholarships to each recipient at our 3rd Annual Stance and Start Foundation Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Richmond Country Club.