AAKP Cystinosis Patient Education and Activity Scholarship Program

About this program

The American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP) offers the Cystinosis Patient Education and Activity Scholarship Program to provide educational and activity scholarship funds for individuals diagnosed with cystinosis, supporting education, career goals, and community engagement. Applications are accepted year‑round with awards made each June and November; the program is administered solely by AAKP with an educational donation from Horizon Therapeutics and applicant-identifiable information will not be shared with supporters; specific award amounts are not specified. Eligible applicants are individuals diagnosed with cystinosis in two age groups (5–17 and 18+); applicants must download and complete the AAKP scholarship application form to apply.