The rise in cryptocurrency fraud targets vulnerable Americans through fake investment platforms and online scams. To help raise awareness and empower communities to take action against these threats, Meyer Wilson Werning is proud to announce the Meyer Wilson Werning Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Scholarship.
This $2,500 scholarship encourages students to think critically about the growing issue of cryptocurrency fraud and propose actionable solutions to protect their families, communities, and vulnerable populations.
Applications are now open and must be submitted by September 15, 2026.
About the Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Scholarship
Meyer Wilson Werning is committed to educating the public about cryptocurrency fraud and helping individuals protect themselves and their families from these financial scams.
As part of this initiative, Meyer Wilson Werning actively fights cryptocurrency fraud through legal action and public education. The firm has been featured in publications like USA Today and has conducted 11 Continuing Legal Education (CLE) sessions in the past year to educate financial and legal professionals about fraud prevention.
Meyer Wilson Werning’s experienced cryptocurrency hacking and theft lawyers work to help victims recover their losses and hold bad actors accountable when financial professionals are involved, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to combating cryptocurrency fraud through both legal action and public education.
Why Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Matters
Cryptocurrency fraud often occurs through sophisticated online manipulation and fake investment platforms.
These scams target retirees, students, and families through fake platforms like Coinbase impersonators or phishing schemes. Notably, Meyer Wilson Werning has also been impersonated by scammers, a trend that highlights the severity of the issue.
Students applying for the scholarship are encouraged to check on their parents and grandparents and raise awareness of these scams within their communities. Ask them questions, get their thoughts, and personal opinions – not ChatGPT (we can tell).
Application Requirements
The Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Scholarship is open to students who meet the following eligibility criteria:
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 (unofficial transcripts accepted)
- Enrollment in or admission to an accredited U.S. college, university, or graduate program
- U.S. citizenship or authorization to attend school in the United States
How to Apply
Applications are submitted free of charge through the form on this page. To complete the application, students should provide:
- Personal and contact information
- Proof of enrollment or acceptance and unofficial transcripts
- A PDF copy of the required essay (maximum file size: 3MB)
Applicants must agree to the Terms and Conditions as part of the submission process.
Scholarship Essay Topic
Applicants are asked to submit an original essay addressing the following question:
What actions should be taken to slow down or stop cryptocurrency investment fraud, and what role can you play in protecting your families and communities?
Essay Guidelines
To be considered eligible, essays should meet the following guidelines:
- A length of 500 to 1,000 words
- A clear structure, including an introduction, body, and conclusion
- A header containing:
- Student name
- Scholarship name
- Institution name
- Financial aid office mailing address, email, and phone number
- At least three specific actions that could meaningfully reduce cryptocurrency investment fraud, which may involve:
- Law enforcement
- Financial institutions
- Technology platforms
- Policymakers
- Families or schools
- At least one action the applicant could personally take or encourage others to take
- A brief explanation of why the proposed actions would be effective and how they could be implemented
- A bibliography listing all sources used in any consistent citation format
Important: Please be aware not to include any sensitive personal information about yourself or any fraud victim (names, addresses, account numbers, wallet addresses, etc.) in your essay.
Once complete, essays should be saved as a PDF using the following file name:
Meyer Wilson Werning Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Scholarship – Student Name
Deadline for The Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Scholarship
Applications for the Meyer Wilson Werning Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Scholarship must be submitted by September 15, 2026. After the deadline, the scholarship selection committee will review eligible submissions and notify the recipient by email. The winner will also be announced on our blog and via our YouTube channel.
Terms and Conditions
All applicants to the Meyer Wilson Werning Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Scholarship are required to meet the eligibility requirements outlined on the scholarship application page, including the following:
- Enrollment at a college, university, or graduate school
- At least 18 years of age at the time of enrollment
- Residency in the United States
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 and good academic standing
- Submission of all required materials, including personal information, proof of enrollment, unofficial transcripts, and an original essay on the specified scholarship topic
Ineligibility
The following individuals are not eligible to apply for the scholarship:
- Employees or children of employees of Meyer Wilson Werning.
- Past recipients of the Meyer Wilson Werning Cryptocurrency Fraud Awareness Scholarship.
- Applicants who are unwilling or unable to be interviewed by a representative of Meyer Wilson Werning, if selected as a scholarship recipient.
- Applicants who submit identical or duplicate essays for multiple scholarships.
Our Scholarship Selection and Award Notification Process
Applications submitted after the deadline of September 15, 2026, or that are missing any required materials, will not be considered.
The scholarship selection committee will make evaluations of all eligible applications based on the quality of the essay and adherence to the application guidelines. Factors such as age, race, religion, gender, national origin, familial status, or other protected classes will have no influence on the selection process.
Please note that Meyer Wilson Werning cannot provide updates on the status of individual applications after submission. We kindly ask that applicants and their families refrain from contacting the firm with inquiries regarding the scholarship.
The winner of the scholarship will be notified via email. Meyer Wilson Werning will also announce the winner on our blog and through a press release. The $2,500 scholarship award will be sent directly to the winner’s institution of choice.
Privacy Statement
Meyer Wilson Werning values your privacy. Your personal information will not be sold, shared, or distributed to third parties.
We reserve the right to use winners’ names and photos in any announcements or communications related to the scholarship. These may include blog posts, press releases, marketing materials, or social media posts.
By submitting your application, you consent to the public use of your name and image in connection with the scholarship. Meyer Wilson Werning is fully committed to using this information responsibly and only for purposes related to the scholarship program.
Previous Winners
The firm looks forward to sharing blog posts and press releases about future winners here. Below, you can see the list of winners of our previous scholarships.
- 2023 Winner: Jace Beard
- 2024 Winner: Hannah S. Robinson
- 2025 Winner: Sara MacNeil