Award Amount: $1,000
Application Deadline: June 1st, 2026
Winner Announced: July 1st, 2022
Eligibility: Open to undergraduate or graduate students currently enrolled at an accredited university or college in the United States.
Brenton Way is a performance-driven digital marketing agency helping brands scale with Paid Ads, Email Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Creative Content, and AI-driven strategy. We're committed to helping the next generation of innovators thrive — and this grant is part of that mission.
This grant is perfect for students pursuing:
Marketing, Advertising, or Business
Graphic or Web Design
Communication or Media Studies
Creative Strategy or Brand Development
We’re looking for students who aren’t just studying the future of marketing — they’re ready to lead it.
Our team at Brenton Way will evaluate submissions based on the following criteria:
Originality – Is your approach to AI in marketing or design creative and forward-thinking?
Clarity – Is your essay well-structured, easy to understand, and compelling?
Relevance – Does your response clearly tie into your field of study (marketing, business, communications, or design)?
Impact – How well are you using or planning to use AI to solve problems or create real-world value?
Passion – Do you show genuine interest in the future of digital marketing and creative strategy?
To apply, submit the form below with all of the questions answered.
Optional: Attach your resume or portfolio link.
The Brenton Way Grant is a $1,000 award designed to support students pursuing careers in digital marketing, creative strategy, branding, or business innovation. It helps future marketers gain support and recognition early in their careers.
Students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, studying marketing, business, design, communications, or related fields are eligible. Undergraduate and graduate students are both welcome to apply.
To apply for the Brenton Way grant, simply complete the application form on this page, including your 300-word essay on how AI is changing the digital marketing industry. Submissions are reviewed based on originality, relevance, and clarity.
Yes — there are several grants and scholarships available for students pursuing marketing, advertising, and business-related degrees. Most, however, are general-purpose academic grants or tied to traditional business programs. Few are focused specifically on real-world digital marketing experience or the use of AI in marketing strategy.
That’s what makes the Brenton Way Digital Marketing Grant unique — it's tailored for students who are actively exploring how artificial intelligence can shape the future of marketing, whether through content creation, campaign automation, data analysis, or creative tools.
If you're looking for additional marketing and business-related grants, here are a few places to explore:
🎓 University-specific scholarship pages (search by "marketing scholarships site:.edu")
We encourage students to explore those resources in addition to applying for the Brenton Way grant — especially if you're passionate about how technology, creativity, and AI are transforming the future of marketing.
A strong application demonstrates original thinking, clarity, and relevance to the future of marketing. Highlight your interest in digital strategy, your use (or plans to use) AI tools in marketing, and your passion for solving real-world brand challenges. Including a personal story or project example can also help your application stand out.
Currently, the Brenton Way Grant is open to students enrolled in accredited U.S. colleges and universities. If you're an international student studying in the U.S., you're eligible. We plan to expand eligibility globally in the future — stay tuned.
No prior experience is required — but we encourage applicants who are curious or actively exploring how AI can be used in digital marketing. Whether you’ve used ChatGPT, built a simple campaign, or are just beginning to learn, this grant is designed to support your growth.
You can mention tools like:
ChatGPT for content and brainstorming
Midjourney or DALL·E for visual ideation
Google Ads AI for smart bidding or dynamic ads
HubSpot or Salesforce AI for automation
Notion AI, Jasper, Copy.ai for writing or research
Projects might include:
A class project where AI improved results
A personal brand you’re building using AI tools
A design or marketing campaign powered by automation or machine learning
Just be sure to explain how and why you used AI, and what impact it made.
