The Hernando County Education Foundation’s 2024-2025 Scholarships are now open! Deadline for Submission is March 31, 2025!
Don’t forget FAFSA opens December 1st for students attending school Fall 2025.
Please note:
*Scholarship applications can be mailed or delivered to Hernando County Education Foundation (H.C.E.F.), 900 Emerson Road, Brooksville, FL 34601
About:
Southern Scholarship Foundations reduces housing costs considerably through our living and learning communities. In addition to the rent-free housing, SSF also provides mental health counseling at no cost for residents, and students are immersed in a supportive peer driven environment.
Eligibility Requirements:
- 3.0 Cum GPA
- Good character – Letter of Recommendation
- Financial Need- Completed FAFSA
- Under 25 years of Age
- Acceptance to Partner Institution: UF, FSU, FAMU, FGCU, Tallahassee State College or Santa Fe College.
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SSF Rent Free Housing for College
The 2025 MVS application opened August 1, 2024. application can be found online at enf.elks.org/MVS
Deadline: November 12, 2024
The Elks national Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2025. The tree highest scoring females and the three highest scoring males move on to the next level of judging.
The Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582 will be awarding local Scholarships of $500 to one male student and $500 to one female student before they are sent on to the State and National Levels.
Criteria:
- Students pursuing four-year degree on fulltime basis (12 hours)
- Must attend U.S. college or university next school year
- Current High school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
- Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks
- Male and female students compete separate
Applicants select from a list of the Lodges closest to their home address zip code. Please choose Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582 as the sponsoring Lodge.
For more information on The Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest, how to submit your essay and how to potentially win, click here.
Additional Questions Contact: Doranda Hinton at (352)799-7148 or brooksvilleelkssecretary@gmail.com, Brooksville Lodge #2582 13383 County Line Road, Spring Hill, FL 34609
About:
Since its inception in 2012, FSU’s Unconquered Scholars Program has been dedicated to meeting the unique needs of foster care and homeless students to ensure that they experience the long-term professional and personal benefits associated with educational attainment. FSU’s admissions application for 2025-26 school year is open!
Who can apply:
- Must have been in formal or informal relative care, foster care, ward of the state, or classified as a homeless/unaccompanied youth while in middle or high school
- Must have a completed FAFSA on file with the Office of Financial Aid
- Must be willing to participate in group and individual programming throughout your tenure at Florida State University
How to apply:
- Start by submitting an application at admission.fsu.edu
- under Financial Information, check Yes to apply to CARE
- Under Optional Information, check foster or relative care while in high school
- Submit all items requested on the Application Status Check list
- Complete the CARE application
- Complete both the 2024-25 and 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). * 2024-25 is currently available and can be submitted now.
The application and all supporting documents must be received by DATE.
Minimum requirements to apply to FSU through CARE:
- Must be a first-generation college student
- Qualify for the Pell Grant as determined by the FAFSA and supporting financial documentation for both aid years.
- Demonstrate strong evidence of possessing FSU’s core values of Vires(strength), Artes (skill) and Mores (character).
- Complete all the minimum academic courses as required by the state of Florida.
- Meet Florida residency requirements.
For more information about the CARE program, click here!
For more information about the Unconquered Scholars Program, please visit FSU website, click here!
About:
Established in August of 2008, the Project Weather Scholarship will be awarded once each year to seven high school seniors who excel in science. The scholarship is granted as a part of Spectrum Bay News 9’s commitment to educating children about science and weather.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for the Contest an applicant must:
Have earned a minimum
grade point average (GPA) of
3.5 on a 4-point scale.
Be a student in a public,
private, home, or parochial
school in grade 12 (or
equivalent in their final year of
high school) as of the date of
entry.
Additional Scholarship Information Click here!
Click here for the Scholarship Application, click here!
Flyer, click here!
About: The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation has partnered with the Consortium of Florida Education Foundation to award $116,000 in student scholarships for graduates of the Class of 2025.
Suncoast will award $2,000 scholarships to 58 high school seniors who demonstrate financial need and strong academic performance across various counties.
Three scholarships valued at $2,000 each are available to Hernando County students.
Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a Hernando County resident of at least one year.
- The applicant must be a graduating senior student in a Hernando County Public or Charter School or participating in home school or distance learning options sanctioned by the school district.
- The student must be enrolled in an accredited 4-year college/university, 2-year college, or technical school in Florida and begin his/her post-secondary school in the 2025-26 academic year.
- Student must also demonstrate leadership in extracurricular activities.
Essay:
Each applicant must submit an essay explaining why you are seeking this scholarship, why you want to attend college, your goals for the future, and your interest in the areas of Communication and/or Education. (300 words or less.)
Submission:
- All applications must be typed or computer-generated and complete
- Submit Current Transcripts with GPA and SAT/ACT scores
- List all contributions to the community and/or work and/or volunteer experience. Although it is not required, evidence of involvement in community activities may help to document a student’s leadership skills.
- Two (2) letters of reference are required. References may come from a teacher, advisor, guidance counselor, school administrator, employer, clergy, a person with whom the student has done volunteer or community work, or any other adult aware of the student’s leadership skills.
Additional Information:
Suncoast is a proud supporter of public education. Since 1990, Suncoast Credit Union Foundation has provided more than $2.7 million in scholarships to students pursuing higher education. Scholarships are available to high school seniors who live in the counties served by Suncoast Credit Union and who demonstrate a need for financial assistance, possess leadership abilities and achieve high academic performance. Suncoast takes great pleasure in helping future generations achieve their education goals. Applications are available online. Additionally, the Foundation endows scholarships to Hillsborough Community College, State College of Florida, Florida Gulf Coast University and Florida Southwestern.
About: For more information on the donor, please Mary & Bob Sierra Brief Bio.
Provided in honor of Mary and Bob Sierra, this scholarship is awarded each year to (5) Hernando County high school seniors who demonstrates academic excellence and plan to attend a college or university upon graduation. Applicants should also demonstrate a commitment to community service and participation in community activities. This scholarship is available for a four-year, $10,000 scholarship amount awarded as $2,500 per year / $1,250 per semester.
Eligibility:
- Must be enrolled in a public school as a senior.
- Must have 3.2 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Minimum SAT score of 1170 and/or Minimum ACT score of 26
- Must attend college Full Time at a 2-year Community College or 4-year University/College with minimum of 12 credits.
- Financial award must be used towards tuition and fees.
Essay Topic:
- Write a personal statement about the most character-building experience in your life and explain the influence that this experience has had on you.
Requirements:
- Handwritten applications will NOT be accepted. (No exceptions)
- Completed Application & Essay
- Copy(ies) of College Acceptance Letters
- Two Letters of Recommendation & Copy of Transcript
Submit your completed application and your essay to:
Hernando County Education Foundation
Attn: Tammy Brinker
900 Emerson Rd Brooksville, FL 34601
Phone: (352) 797-7313
brinker_t@hcsb.k12.fl.us
About: For more information on the donor, please Mary & Bob Sierra Brief Bio.
Provided in honor of Mary and Bob Sierra, this scholarship is awarded each year to (5) Hernando County high school seniors who demonstrates academic excellence and plan to attend a college or university upon graduation. Applicants should also demonstrate a commitment to community service and participation in community activities. This scholarship is available for a two-year, up to $5,000 scholarship amount awarded up to $2,500 per year / $1,250 per semester.
Eligibility:
- Must be enrolled in a public school as a senior.
- Must be a Hernando County Resident.
- Must have 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Must attend college Full Time at a 2-year Community College or Vocational /Technical Program with minimum of 12 credits.
- Financial award must be used towards tuition, fees, any direct associated college expense.
Essay Topic:
- Write a personal statement about the most character-building experience in your life and explain the influence that this experience has had on you.
Requirements:
- Handwritten applications will NOT be accepted. (No exceptions)
- Completed Application & Essay
- Statement from School Administrator or Teacher
- Copy(ies) of College Acceptance Letters
- Two Letters of Recommendation & Copy of Transcript
Submit your completed application and your essay to:
Hernando County Education Foundation
Attn: Tammy Brinker
900 Emerson Rd Brooksville, FL 34601
Phone: (352) 797-7313
brinker_t@hcsb.k12.fl.us
About:
The Hernando County Education Foundation is a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves as the Direct support to the Hernando County School District. Our focus is building partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and individuals to bring meaning programs to benefit the students and families of Hernando County.
Qualifications:
*Must be enrolled in a public school as a senior
*Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher on 4.0 Scale
*Must attend college full time at a Community College or 4-year University/College, Technical, or Vocational School with minimum of 12 credits (FT)
*Financial award may be used towards any qualified educational expense.
* Must attend Hernando Public or Charter School
For more information: Click Here
About:
Two of every three new jobs created in Florida by 2025 will require education or training beyond high school.
Today’s students need higher education to adapt and thrive in our changing economic landscape.
Fast-track technical or vocational certificate programs can launch students into many high-demand careers. For other eligible students, we have an opportunity to get them on a two- or four-year post-secondary path with a remarkable, highly flexible scholarship opportunity that covers a full year of Florida college tuition for a fraction of the value.
The Consortium of Florida Education Foundations and the Florida Prepaid College Foundation are creating a pathway for deserving high school seniors to jump start their future through local education foundation sponsored need-based scholarships for post-secondary education.
Each Jump Start scholarship provides recipients:
- 30 credit hours of tuition at a Florida state public college or the equivalent value at Florida public universities and technical colleges for eligible credit-hour programs.
- Support for college success, including financial aid, life skills and career exploration workshops.
By becoming a Jump Start sponsor, your organization can purchase scholarships worth $3,000 each at a fraction of their value and provide life-changing opportunities to promising local high school seniors while contributing to the overall economic future of your community.
Submission:
Fill out the application located here and submit to:
Hernando County Education Foundation
Attention: Tammy Brinker
900 Emerson Rd, Brooksville FL 34601
For more information on The JumpStart Scholarship, see attached form here!
Thank you to the below sponsors for 2024 Scholarships:
– Merchant Network Group
– Timber Pines Pickle Ball Club
– Spring Hill Well Drilling
– Family Chiropractic Center for Wellness
– Deborah Blacklidge
About:
The Black Educators Caucus is pleased to announce the 2025 Marie Antoinette
Lawson Scholarships. The competition is open to any Hernando County, Florida
minority senior planning to further his/her education. This year the Caucus will
be giving away two (2) $1,500 scholarship(s). Applicants must have a grade point
average of 2.8 or better and show evidence of a financial need.
Please view the attached PDF to view this scholarship opportunity:
Here!
About:
At the Hernando Hispanic Heritage Nonprofit, we are passionate about supporting and empowering the youth in our community. We firmly believe that education is the key to success, and we want to provide deserving students like you with the financial assistance needed to pursue your academic goals.
To apply for this scholarship, we kindly request that you submit an essay of 500 words or less, explaining why you believe you are deserving of this opportunity. We want to hear about your unique qualities, experiences, and aspirations that make you stand out as a deserving candidate. In your essay, please consider addressing the following points:
1. Academic Excellence: Share your academic achievements, such as your GPA, honors, awards, or any other notable accomplishments that highlight your dedication to your studies.2. Leadership Qualities: Discuss any leadership roles you have held within your school, community, or extracurricular activities. Explain how you have demonstrated leadership skills and made a positive impact on those around you.3. Community Involvement: Describe your involvement in community service activities and how you have contributed to making a difference in the lives of others. Highlight any initiatives or projects you have undertaken to address community needs. 4. Personal Challenges: Share any personal challenges you have overcome and how they have shaped you into the person you are today. Discuss how these experiences have motivated you to excel academically and contribute to your community. 5. Future Goals: Outline your future aspirations and how receiving this scholarship will help you achieve them. Explain how your educational pursuits align with your long-term goals and how this scholarship will support your journey.We encourage you to reflect on these points and express yourself authentically in your essay. Your words have the power to showcase your unique qualities.
Submission:
Please submit your essay letter by March 1st, 2024, along with a copy of your high school transcript and two letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, or community leaders to: charlotte.diaz.hhh@gmail.com
The scholarship recipient will be notified by April 1st, 2024, and the award will be presented during awards night at your school.If you have any questions or need further information, contact at 352-262-6078.
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Here is a great opportunity for our young ladies in High School looking for scholarships.HHH – Hernando Hispanic Heritage 501C3 is looking to crown their 2024 Miss Hernando.You must be a resident of Hernando or Pasco County attending school, not married, no children, meet age requirements and be of Hispanic heritage. This is a cultural event and not a beauty pageant. Preparation for event is mandatory and would be twice leading up to gala night, September 14, 2024, for approximately 1 hourFor this scholarship opportunity please contact Vivian Rivera-Hernandez at 352-346-3531.
with any questions.To apply click here.
Charlotte Diaz, MSWVice President, HHH
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Eligibility:
– You must be currently enrolled at college/university in the U.S.
– No minimum GPA is required.
– You must be at least 18 years old when you enter.
– You must submit an essay by March 1, 2023.
Essay:
– Topic: Essay question: Explain how you have overcome financial difficulties or other obstacles in your life, and how will receiving this scholarship help you achieve your goals and contribute to your community?
– Essay submissions should be no less than 600 words.
– All essays will be evaluated based on their content quality, originality, and practicality.
– The essay must be 100% original content. We recommend citing any sources that you quote.
Applying:
Submit your essay along with the following information and complete the form here: https://yitzhakdsterngrant.com/apply/
For more information on The Yitzhak D Stern Scholarship, click here!
About:
The Glen Lakes Garden Club Scholarship is open to any graduating senior in Hernando County who will pursue a degree in any accredited college, university or technical school.
Eligibility:
Be accepted into an accredited college, university, or technical school.
150 hours of volunteer and/or community service in grades 9-12(Submit documentation).
You have a 3.5 GPA or higher (Submit sealed high school transcript).
(3) Letters of reference, none of which should be a family member.
Submission:
Applications must be completed and returned no later than March 2, 2024, to your guidance counselor.
For more information on The Glen Lakes Garden Club Scholarship, click here!
The Florida Realtors Education Foundation Student Scholarship Program (FREF) was founded to help deserving students offset costs for college and/or post-graduate school.
Who qualifies:
- Florida high school seniors who will be attending an undergraduate college or university
- Students currently enrolled in an undergraduate college or university.
- Students pursuing graduate studies.
Those students considering a career in Real Estate or Real Estate related fields will be given special consideration in accordance with the purposes of the Florida Realtors Education Foundation. However, students in any major outside are welcome to apply.
Scholarships start at $1,000. The criteria for recipients include but aren’t limited to, academic achievements, financial need, leadership qualities, relationship to the Realtor family, and contributions to family, school and community. The foundation’s board of directors has sole and abso
For more information on The Florida Realtors® Education Foundation Scholarship, click here!
Scholarships:
– Alan W. Underwood Memorial Scholarship: $1500
– Geraldine Bishop Memorial Scholarship: $1500
INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants must be Hernando County residents and must submit the following:
(1) a complete Scholarship Application.
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(3) an official transcript identifying current GPA; and
(4) proof of present or future enrollment.
Complete applications must be received no later than March 26, 2024, and may be submitted by email to
HCBAscholarships@gmail.com or by mail to Hernando County Bar Association Scholarship Committee, C/O
Karen Leonardo, 10002 Cortez Blvd., Spring Hill, Florida 34613.
More Information:
PDF
See attached PDF for more information:
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The Hernando-Citrus County Farm Bureau Scholarship Application provides a scholarship to seniors up to $1000!
Submission:
Print and fill out the attached application below.
The application must be postmarked and handwritten by April 15, 2024 to:
Hernando-Citrus County Farm Bureau
Attn: Scholarship Committee
617 Lamar Ave
Brooksville, FL: 34601
Deadline:
April 15, 2024
For more information and the application on The Hernando-Citrus County Farm Bureau Scholarship Application, click here!
About:
“The Hernando Audubon Society is pleased to offer the Stephen B. Fickett, Jr., Environmental Scholarship for 2024. The scholarship is for $1000 and is open to qualified high school seniors as well as students at Pasco/Hernando State College who are interested in pursuing a career in the environmental sciences. Students must live within the zip codes of the Hernando Audubon territory which includes all of Hernando County and portions of southern Sumter County, including Bushnell and surrounding communities. Students who have previously participated in some type of Science/Conservation/Environmental clubs or other related activities are encouraged to apply. The scholarship will be presented to the successful candidate at the April 25, 2024, meeting of Hernando Audubon.”
Requirements & Submission Details:
For requirements and submission details, see the attached document here!
Scholarship Grant Goal:
To grant a $500.00 scholarship to enable a person to obtain an education (2-year, 4-year, technical, or trade school) that they may not be able to do on their own or with the means at hand. This is not for post-baccalaureate education. This is open to Hernando High School Students.
Scholarship Grant Terms:
• This grant is a competitive grant, not all applicants will receive funding.
• This grant will weigh applications based on demonstrated need, program of study, as well as the other information requested in the application.
• This grant may be applied for by any senior enrolled in Hernando High School.
Application Requirements:
• Completed applications containing all information must be returned via email to Brooksville Rotary at jhammett65@gmail.com no later than April 26, 2024.
Application must contain:
· Point of contact information for scholar including mailing address, email address and phone number
· Proof of acceptance to school of choice
· Name of College and program of study, length of program, total cost of program
· Student Aid Report from FAFSA
· Proof of age (Driver’s License or copy of Birth Certificate)
· Summary of sources of funding for education, availability of other scholarships
· Unofficial Transcript from High School
· Summary of extracurricular activities
· Volunteer history for past 4 years including emphasis of involvement with Rotary, Rotaract, Interact, or other service organization
· Work history, if any
· 1 letter of recommendation
· A brief autobiography essay (12 point, 1 inch margins, double spaced) no more than 2 pages (see application for details)
For more information on The Brooksville Rotary Scholarship and the application, Rotary high school Scholarship Application
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be pursuing a degree or certificate at a trade school, 2-year or 4-year institution
- 2.5 GPA or higher
- Must share examples of dedication to community service and how you plan to “pay it forward” in future endeavors.
For more information on The Sandy Mazur Excellence in Leadership Scholarship, click here!
About:
“The African American Club of Hernando County, Inc., was founded in 1991 as a non- profit organization by men and women of African descent who had recently made their homes in Spring Hill, FL. In 1994, the membership undertook many fund-raising activities and voted to create an education committee to provide scholarships for needy African American high school graduates in the three high schools in Hernando County. In 2001, the Club filed for and received 501(C)3 status as a tax-exempt organization.”
Submission:
– 2023 AACH High School Application (pdf): Fill out the following form and submit here!
– 2023 AACH Post Secondary Application (pdf): Fill out the following form and submit here!
For more information on The African American Club of Hernando, Inc Scholarship(s), click here!
ABOUT:
It is the goal of the Una Famiglia Lodge of the Order Sons of Italy in America is to promote, enhance and encourage the studies of Italian heritage and culture. This scholarship program is designed to benefit Hernando County students of Italian descent that display academic excellence, leadership qualities and a financial need. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of eligibility, scholastic achievement, financial need and participation in school and community programs.
● Association with the Order Sons of Italy in America is not a prerequisite; however, the applicant must be of Italian descent and a resident of Hernando County, Florida
● Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.00 (un-weighted)
● Applicants must have a minimum SAT total score of 1100 -or- must have an ACT Composite score of 23.
● Recipients must be accepted as a full-time student at an accredited junior college, college or university and must enroll immediately following graduation from a High School in Hernando County, Florida.
● Funds for the recipients will be mailed directly to the school Bursar or Financial Aid Office of choice with the instruction that they may be used for any expenses processed through their office for the recipient. Scholarship recipients that are accepted and decide to attend another school, other than the one originally selected, must immediately notify the Una Famaglia Lodge Scholarship Chairperson so the funds may be transferred to the appropriate institution. Unused funds in the account must be returned to Una Famiglia Lodge 2882, Order Sons of Italy in America, upon either of the following:
o The recipient ceases to attend classes for whatever reason and does not immediately transfer to another accredited institution.
o The recipient withdraws from school and does not immediately transfer to another school. All funds returned to Una Famiglia lodge will be incorporated with the funds for the following year’s awards.
PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION CONTAINS THREE PAGES. INCOMPLETE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE RETURNED OR CONSIDERED. In order to be considered for a 2022-2023 scholarship you must complete and return this checklist and the attached three (3) page application, postmarked no later than April 30, 2024. You must also include the following:
● Scholarship checklist
● Scholarship Application to include the following documentation
o Official high school transcript
o A copy of your SAT or ACT [composite] test scores
o Proof of financial need using one of the forms indicated below:
o Copy of Student Aid Report Copy of University or College specific financial aid report (Only for schools that have a unique financial aid process.)
o A 750-word (maximum) essay on one of the following topics:
o Italian Immigration to America”
o “Contribution of Italians to American Society”
o “La Famiglia: The Importance of Traditional Italian American Family Values in Modern Day America”
See attached PDF for more information and for submission instructions:
Click here!
About:
The CNCMachines.com scholarship is a yearly scholarship awarded to exceptional students working towards a degree or certification in manufacturing, engineering, or related fields. Applicable degrees include certifications, certificates, associates, bachelors or masters. The total award of this scholarship is $2,500. This Scholarship renews and accepts new applications every year.
Eligibility & Essay:
- Essays must be uploaded in Word (.doc / .docx) or PDF format.
- Essays must be a minimum of 1,000 words and no more than 1,300 words.
- Any outside sources used or referenced in your essay must be properly cited.
- Your work must be your own! Plagiarized essays will be automatically disqualified.
Who Is Eligible?
This award is available for students pursuing a certification, certificate, associates, or bachelor’s in manufacturing or a related area of study.
When Is the Submission Deadline?
The deadline for all submissions is 5:00pm (EST) on Friday December 6th, 2024.
What Is the Award Amount?
Scholarship Award: $2,500. One winner will be selected on Friday December 13th, 2024.
For more information on CNC Machine, click here!
About:
Since, 1980, FREF has awarded scholarships for high school graduates who wish to teach in the State of Florida. The amount is $4000 over a four-year period, $1000 per year.
Eligibility:
Seniors graduating from an accredited Florida high school
(public/private)
Unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher
Minimum test scores –SAT – 1000 or ACT – 22
MUST attend an accredited Florida college/university (public/private)
MUST teach in Florida, following graduation. A copy of the OFFICIAL
FLORIDA PROFESSIONAL TEACHING CERTIFICATE must be sent to
the State FREA Office. The scholarship requires recipients to teach in the
State of Florida for one year for every year the scholarship was
awarded. If not, they must repay any scholarship monies received
Application Process:
The application is online at www.frea.org/scholarships. Due to some students not having computers
or access to Internet, there is also an option to print out a hardcopy of the application. You can print
out a copy for them. Students with access to a computer and internet should submit their applications online.
Things to Know:
The application cannot be saved online, once it is started. Therefore, please advise students
to visit the application before starting to fill it out. They need to know what information is
needed to complete the application. There is a checklist on the first page of the scholarship
information. They may also print out a hard copy for planning purposes.
All applications online and hard copy–are due on or before January 20. Once the submit
button has been pressed, students will have the option of saving their completed application
on a flash drive or computer. Hard copy applications should be mailed to the following
address:
Florida Retired Educators Association
8950 9th Street, N.
Suite 105
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
Supporting documents (i.e. transcripts, essay, letters of recommendation, etc.) may be
submitted online or printed and mailed. Supporting documents due on or before January 31.
For the required essay, students may type the essay ahead of time and save it to a flash drive
or computer. Once they have proofread and added any finishing touches, they will need to
save it in PDF format and upload it to the application.
To Apply and for additional information:
Online www.frea.org/scholarships
If you do not have a computer, see your Guidance Counselor or the College & Career Advisor.
Deadline: January 20, 2025, for application. Other supporting documents
must be in by January 31, 2025.
Need Help or Have questions:
Contact FREF at hcreainfo@gmail.com
About:
Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. Eligibility requirements are outlined below:
Eligibility:
- For the 2025 contest, any child or grandchild (or stepchild, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2022, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2022, is eligible to apply. The Elk must also be a paid-up member through March 31, 2025. Great-grandchildren are not eligible.
- The applicant must be a high school senior.
- The applicant must apply online only. The 2025 Legacy Awards application deadline is February 3, 2025, 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time. NOTE: This is NOON, mid-day, Pacific time.
- If the applicant’s parent and grandparent are both Elk members, the applicant must apply through the parent’s Elks Lodge.
- We have waived the standardized test requirement for the 2025 Legacy contest. You do not need to submit ACT and/or SAT scores.
- Students may apply for more than one ENF scholarship; however, they may win only one. In cases where the student wins more than one, we will award the scholarship with the greater value. Students can accept local and state scholarships, which are separate from the awards at the national level.
- Legacy Awards may only be applied to accredited US American schools, colleges or universities. (Note: Applicants from Panama, Puerto Rico and the Philippines may apply Legacy Awards toward schools, colleges or universities in their respective homes.)
- If you are selected as a 2025 Legacy Awards recipient, you will be required to perform three instances of service with an Elks Lodge during the four years you are receiving the scholarship. Click here for more information about serving with the Elks.
Submission:
- The student must complete and submit the ONLINE application. The 2025 Legacy Awards application deadline is February 3, 2025, at 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time.
- The Elk sponsor’s membership will be verified through the BPOE Grand Lodge headquarters.
- When a student registers to complete the online application, both the applicant and Lodge Secretary will be notified by email.
- If you have questions about your online Legacy Awards application, contact the ENF Scholarship Office via email at scholarship@elks.org. Visit our Legacy Awards FAQ page.
- Upon receipt of the application, the applicant will receive a notification that the application was received. Winners will be announced in late April 2025.
For more information on The Legacy Awards, Contact Doranada Hinton, Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582 at (352)799-7148 or click here
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The Lions of District 35-O, which covers much of Central Florida, proudly announces the opening of our 2025 Youth Exchange Scholarship Program that has a firm application deadline of February 7, 2025. Attached is the YESTF Application form that must be fully completed, mailed and postmarked by February 7th or emailed to owslions@gmail.com. Last year we awarded ten YESTF Scholarships among 130 applicants.
For more information and to apply for The Youth Exchange Scholarship Program, click here!
About:
“Car Detail Calgary is a leading automotive care and detailing service provider dedicated to enhancing and preserving the aesthetic and functional aspects of vehicles in Calgary. With a big team of skilled expert professionals and a commitment to customer-satisfaction, we offer a comprehensive range of services, including car detailing, car wash, windshield replacement and repair, car polish, and paint correction. Our state-of-the-art facilities and use of premium products ensure that each vehicle receives the attention it deserves, leaving our customers with a pristine and rejuvenated driving experience.”
Eligibility:
- Be a current student enrolled in a USA/CA college, institute or university.
- Demonstrate a passion for the automotive industry, especially in car detailing and care.
- Submit a well-researched and creative essay on the topic provided below.
Essay:
-“Innovations in Car Detailing: The Impact on Vehicle Maintenance and Aesthetics”
– Essay submissions should be no less than 800 – 1000 words.
– All essays will be evaluated based on their content quality, originality, and practicality.
Submit your essay with your full name, contact information, and proof of enrolment at your current educational institution to scholarship@calgarycardetail.com.
Include “Car Detail Calgary Scholarship Application” in the subject line of your email.
For more information on The Car Detail Scholarship, click here!
About:
“Embarking on a mission to make a positive impact, Gorilla Movers proudly unveils its scholarship initiative designed for promising young students. Committed to aiding individuals in regaining control over their lives amid the challenges posed by alcohol or drug addiction, our scholarship program aims to provide crucial financial support. This opportunity serves as a steppingstone for recipients to reshape their futures. We encourage you to seize this chance and carve a path towards a brighter tomorrow with the assistance of Gorilla Movers.”
Eligibility:
- Obtain written consent from their parents or legal guardians if they are in high school.
- Be the rightful owner of the submitted work (or essay).
- Receive approval from Steps Together’s judging panel.
- Submit only one application per year.
- Any candidate may be disqualified if found in violation of the aforementioned conditions.
Essay topic: “How do drug or alcohol addictions affect the community?”
- Have a length of approximately 1200 words.
- Demonstrate grammatical correctness.
- Be 100% unique and free from plagiarism.
- Include distinct sections such as an introduction, subheadings, and conclusion.
- Be relevant to the given topic.
- Avoid the use of AI, as entries employing artificial intelligence will be instantly disqualified.
Submission:
When submitting the essay, ensure to include the following information at the top right of the document:
– Full name and mailing address of the applicant
– Email address
– Current phone number
– Name of the educational institute and the program of interest
Kindly complete the form and grant us some time to process your submission.
For more information on The Gorilla Movers Scholarship, click here!
PDF: Here!
Registration & More Information:
For more information on The HOBY State Leadership Seminar for grade 10-Springstead Students, click here!
*Endeavor and Discovery Academies are raising money for a newly created Endowment Scholarship in partnership with Pasco Hernando State College. This Endowment, created to assist our present and future students, seeks to raise $15,000.00 to ensure this scholarship benefits students for years to come.
*Endeavor and Discovery Academy students come from all walks of life and a majority of them are at-risk of not graduating high school. Some of the population are homeless, in foster care, and most come as troubled youth working to become successful members of our communities.
*On behalf of Endeavor and Discovery Academies and our students, we thank you in advance for your support.
*[ If you would like to support this endowment, please click here! ]
About:
“The Eisenhower Scholarship is Gettysburg College’s most selective scholarship – $160,000 for four years of full-time study ($40,000 per year). It is awarded to top-performing applicants within a most challenging curriculum who have demonstrated a high level of civic engagement locally, nationally, and/or internationally.”
Applying:
Apply to this scholarship here!
For more information on The Eisenhower Scholarship — Gettyburg College, click here!
Majoring in software engineering with three years of coding experience and looking for an internship?
Join the INROADS team to get the mentoring and internship experience you need for the career you want.
For more information on this internship, click here.
About: “A $1,000 Scholarship For Those Affected By Life-Changing Accidents“
Essay:
“Students applying must submit an essay where you explain, present, inspire, or otherwise convince us as to why you deserve to win this scholarship. There are no conditions or requirements for this essay. Please keep submissions to 5 paragraphs and 600 words at the absolute maximum. This is not a standardized test. While spelling, punctuation, and general cohesiveness will make your essay easier to read, and therefore judge, you are not being graded. The winning submission will be one that clearly conveys a non-fictional story of your life before and after an auto accident.”
Applying:
Submit your essay and fill out the form here!
For more information on The Certa Law Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Scholarship, click here!
Information about the scholarship:
“The Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship is an award for any current or soon-to-be undergraduate student in the United States who has had his or her life altered due to an injury from a car or truck accident, be it their own injury, that of a loved one, or an influential individual.”
Essay:
“Students applying must submit an essay where you explain, present, inspire, or otherwise convince us as to why you deserve to win this scholarship. There are no conditions or outside requirements for this essay. Please keep submissions to 5 paragraphs and 600 words at the absolute maximum. This is not a standardized test. While spelling, punctuation, and general cohesiveness will make your essay easier to read, and therefore judge, you are not being graded. The winning submission will be one which clearly conveys a non-fictional story of your life before and after an auto accident.”
Submission:
* Fill out the application on the website linked below.
For more information and the application for The Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship, click here.
About Scholarship:
“The RevenueZen Social Selling Scholarship is an award for any current or soon-to-be undergrad who is looking to innovate the hiring process. In an ideal world, what would hiring and applying for a job look like? How will you stand out?”
Submission:
Create a YouTube video on this:
“ability to convey their idea for an innovative social selling process focused on getting hired at a specific company”
“Applicants must submit a YouTube video in which they explain, present, inspire, or otherwise convince us as to why they deserve to win this scholarship”
Your YouTube video must be between 2 and 10 minutes long.
Once your YouTube video is created, apply on the link below and enter the YouTube link in the application.
For more information on The RevenueZen Social Selling Scholarship and the application, click here.
About:
“Just as others have helped us along our journey, we are passionate to give back in our community. We started the Organic Life Start Empower Scholarship program to have our future generation share stories of those people who have empowered and influenced their lives most. Empowerment can take all shapes and forms, and we love reading your stories.
Each Empower Scholarship has a focused topic, giving applicants the opportunity to share their unique experiences on how they have been empowered, and how they will empower their own future community. We feel strongly about supporting all members of our community who are trying to make themselves better – for a better future that can be shared with all of us.
We encourage you to share your story of empowerment and wish all applicants best of luck with their application!”
Essay:
Prompt can be found here:
https://organiclifestart.com/pages/scholarship#application
Application:
Fill out the application is page along with your prompt:
https://organiclifestart.com/pages/scholarship
More Information:
For more information on The Organic Life Start Scholarship, click here!
The Custody X Change Scholarship - $1000 (x2), $500 (x1) - Deadline: Varies depending on scholarship
Information:
Three awards total will be given out for Spring, Summer & Fall.
Spring: $1000, December 31, 2021
Summer: $500, April 30, 2022
Fall: $1000, August 31, 2022
Eligibility Requirements:
– Have primary physical custody of one or more minor children
– Be enrolled full or part-time as an undergraduate at an accredited college or university
– Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher or be a first-semester student
Essay:
Topic: “How will you use your education to improve your family?”
– 400-500 words.
Applying:
Submit your essay along with the following information to: scholarships@custodyxchange.com
– Your unofficial college transcript (or your admissions letter, if you’re in your first semester)
For more information on The The Custody X Change Scholarship, click here!
A: $10,000 Pepsi Scholarship
Requirements:
(Minimum GPA: 2.5)
(Attending a Maryland college, university or technical school.)
(Good communication skills and must be active in community service.)
B: Pepsi Public Affairs Scholarship
Requirements:
(Minimum 35 semester hurs at Missouri University)
(GPA of 3.25 minimum.)
(Must prove public service skills as well as their leadership skills.)
C: Pepsi Mid-Del Technology Scholarship
Requirements:
(Applicant must be from Mid-Del technology center)
(Minimum GPA: 3.0)
(Must prove financial need and preparing to attend Oklahoma University.)
D: International Pepsi Scholarships
For a list of these scholarships, click here.
E: Pepsi ExCEL scholarship
Requirements:
(This scholarship is intended for children of Pepsi Employees.)
(Log in to Pepsi here)
For more information on The Pepsi Scholarship(s) and the entire list of Pepsi Scholarships, click here.
About:
“Scholarships are an excellent way to pay for tuition, fees and books while attending college. Many organizations have put out scholarships specific to Asian and Pacific Islander students, while others have scholarships for any minority. Applying for and receiving scholarships is a great way to keep the cost of college down, and minimize the amount of money you may need to borrow from family, or from student loans.”
Full list of scholarships and deadlines:
– See link below.
– Last scholarship ends by the end of 2023.
For more information on The AAPI Scholarships, click here!
For more information on The Additional Minority Scholarship Resource Scholarships, click here!
About:
“At Grand Canyon University (GCU), we offer generous scholarship opportunities to help make funding a private, Christian education affordable. GCU offers a variety of scholarship and grant offerings to choose from for those wishing to pursue their education as a traditional, undergraduate campus student. Register today to lock in your campus scholarship offer and see how affordable earning your degree at GCU can be.”
Requirements:
See more information link, requriements are different depending on scholarship/grant.
Submission:
for submission details on this scholarship, fill out the form on the linked page below:
https://www.gcu.edu/rmi/apply-now
For more information on The GCU Scholarship, click here!
About:
“Our new designed 3 Month Executive Diploma Program with the special Modules instruction and experienced trainers pool focus to give the participants work-field base valuable education, wide professional experience and as well fruitful network which graduates can apply their gained skills to build successful worldwide career in state, private and public sectors in numerous positions as Manager, Program Coordinator, Human Resources Officer, Case Manager, Mediator, Public Relations Manager, Mentor, Coacher, Arbitrator and etc. relevant jobs in middle, senior and executive level.
This Diploma Program is not only useful for the young employees or middle level position employees to get the new skills, as well essential to the Managers and Directors too to refresh they knowledge which already learned long time before.
Through Diploma Program we are offering participants 2 different Module Choices with various topics and program starting time. This is advantageous possibility for potential applicants to select the desired 1 or 2 Module types and desired starting time due to the available time in case of applicant working or studying in other places.
Another privilege is class days only surrounding 3 working days per week which creating suitable environment for participants wide free time to travel or research or participate in other useful events and programs or spend more free time with their friends, partners and family members while studying 3 Month Executive Diploma Program.
Additionally we are highly interested to cooperate closely with state institutions, universities, schools, colleges, group leaders, study abroad agencies and organisations as sending person or partner organisation to supply us with potential individual or group of participants.”
Scholarships/Programs:
– I Module Choice: Leadership, Human Resources Management, Coaching & Project Management
– II Module Choice: Peacebuilding, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Mediation, Conflicts Management, International Security & Law
– Program Starting Choice: 03.04.2023 – 30.06.2023 for Spring Program or 02.10.2023 – 27.12.2023 for Winter Program
– Application Deadline: 10 February, 2023 for Spring Program & 10 August, 2023 for Winter Program
– Scholarship Deadline: 5 December, 2022 for Spring Program & 9 June, 2023 for Winter Program
– IPD offers support for most needed potential students and alumni in the form reduced the tuition fees.
– Registration and Payment until Early Bird Registration Payment Deadline: Special reduction available
– 10% discount for Alumni of IPD programs
– 10% discount for paying together with group of participants (More than 2 person)
– 10% discount for Annual ProPeace Members (For registration please visit www.ipdinstitute.ch)For more information on The 3 Month Executive Diploma Program 2023 (Scholarship Available):– Application process: https://www.ipdinstitute.ch/3-Month-Executive-Diploma-Program/
– Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/Institute-for-Peace-Dialogue-105141534911793
– 3rd Winter Academy: 6 – 18 December, 2022: https://www.ipdinstitute.ch/Trainings-Events/Winter-Academy-3-Month-Research-Program-2022/
– Visitor Researcher Program, VRP: 2022-2023: https://www.ipdinstitute.ch/3-12-Month-Visitor-Research-Program,-VRP/
About:
“You’ve reached the pinnacle of your Scouting life, and we want to recognize your hard work not just as a Scout, but as a Jewish Scout. Compared to other major faith groups, very few Jewish Scouts achieve the Eagle rank. Therefore, the National Jewish Committee on Scouting offers letters of congratulations and a certificate to Jewish Eagle Scouts to acknowledge all of your hard work.”
Requirements:
– Be a registered, active member of a Boy Scout troop, Varsity Scout team, or Venturing crew.
– Have received the Eagle Scout Award.
– Be an active member of a synagogue and possess the Ner Tamid or Etz Chaim religious emblem.
– Have demonstrated practical citizenship in your synagogue, school, Scouting unit, and community.
– Be enrolled in an accredited high school and in your final year at the time of selection. Exception: Scouts whose Eagle Scout boards of review are held the same year of their high school graduation may apply in that calendar year.
Submission:
The application can be downloaded here!
For submission details, see the “Eagle Scout Kit Application” section located on the scholarship page here!
For more information on The National Jewish Committee Eagle Scout Scholarships, click here!
The Hackbright Phenomenal Woman Scholarship will be awared to two women for the Full Time Software Engineering Program.
The student must meet HackBright Acaddemy admissions requirements as well as be accepted and enrolled into the Full-Time Software Engineering Program.
For more information on The Hackbright Phenomenal Woman Scholarship, click here.
Requirements:
All recipients of the scholarship must be pursuing a college degree at an accredited university in the field of education and demonstrate excellence in academics, extracurricular activities and leadership skills
Application:
See attached application here!
For more information on The Victoria Soto Memorial Scholarship, click here!
Submit your application here!
Please Note:
- To access this website, you must be 21 or older.
- This scholarship is for graduate students only.
- This scholarship will go towards this online learning academy.
Information:
‘The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) in partnership with Hennessy is proud to present the Hennessy Fellows. This unprecedented $10M initiative will award high-achieving graduate students, representing a variety of undergraduate majors from liberal arts to sciences and engineering, from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with curated corporate development experiences, as well as financial assistance. Experiences include online training forums, an immersive boot camp, and networking opportunities to enhance the exchange of ideas and provide direct exposure to interrelated corporate, social and economic systems. Selected fellows will also receive a scholarship up to $20,000 per academic year and a $10,000 stipend.”
To get in touch, please access the Hennesy Online Learning Academy website in the below paragraph.
You will be required to enter details that confirm you are 21 or older upon entering the website.
For more information on The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) & Henessey Online Learning Academy, click here.
Information on the courses can be viewed here!
College Bootcamps:
“Are Coding Bootcamps Worth It?
– According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), computer and information technology jobs are projected to increase 22% between 2020 and 2030. Additionally, the BLS reports the median annual salary for jobs in the information technology sector was $126,830 in 2020. With such a high median salary, entering the tech industry is a popular career choice, and enrolling in a coding bootcamp can be an effective way to prepare to enter the field.
However, prospective students must weigh a variety of factors before committing to a bootcamp. Below, we break down several advantages and drawbacks of enrolling in a coding bootcamp.”
For more information on this opportunity, please visit:
https://www.bestcolleges.com/bootcamps/find-bootcamps/best-coding-bootcamps/
https://www.bestcolleges.com/bootcamps/payment/scholarships/#all
For more information on The Afro American Scholarship Awards, click here!
