The Unplanned Movie Scholarship (UMS) provides pregnancy help organizations with the opportunity to bless their clients with support as they continue their education. Since 2020, Ashley Bratcher, the actress from the movie, and Heartbeat International have partnered to offer the UMS. Scholarship recipients may receive up to $20,000 in four years beginning from the time of their acceptance for the purpose of schooling or schooling-related costs (i.e., childcare, transportation, books, etc.).

To qualify, candidates must be enrolled in any of the following schooling categories:

• GED Tutoring/Class
• Community College
• Trade School
• Cosmetology School
• Public 4-Year College
• Private 4-Year College

Please use the application resources below to prepare for and apply for the Unplanned Movie Scholarship on behalf of your client. Applications are reviewed quarterly.

If you have any questions about the Unplanned Movie Scholarship or your application submission, please contact Sara Dominguez at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Watch the compilation video below of three moms who were awarded the UMS: