Japanese American Community Graduation Program Scholarships
$5,000
In 1955, members of the Japanese American community created a scholarship in memory of the late Mr. Harry Sakata. Mr. Sakata was active both locally and nationally within the Japanese American community and held a firm belief that the youth are the future of that community. What began modestly has grown into the Japanese American Community Graduation Program (JACGP), which now honors graduating high school seniors who reflect Mr. Sakata’s commitment to leadership and community service.
Today, the JACGP recognizes Colorado high school seniors of Japanese American ancestry, as well as non–Japanese American seniors who are actively involved in two...
In 1955, members of the Japanese American community created a scholarship in memory of the late Mr. Harry Sakata. Mr. Sakata was active both locally and nationally within the Japanese American community and held a firm belief that the youth are the future of that community. What began modestly has grown into the Japanese American Community Graduation Program (JACGP), which now honors graduating high school seniors who reflect Mr. Sakata’s commitment to leadership and community service.
Today, the JACGP recognizes Colorado high school seniors of Japanese American ancestry, as well as non–Japanese American seniors who are actively involved in two...
PTSA High School Scholarship
$2,000
Introduction
As part of our commitment to supporting youth education, Florida PTA provides financial assistance to eligible students pursuing studies beyond high school. Scholarships are funded through Honorary Life Memberships, Scholarship Fund events, and other gifts and donations.
Scholarship Overview
Each year Florida PTA will award at least four (4) one-time, non-renewable scholarships—one in each of these categories: University, Fine Arts, Community College, and Vo-Tech. Each scholarship is for $2,000 and is intended to help a graduating student from a PTSA high school begin their post-secondary education.
Eligibility and Application Deadline
To be considered, applicants must submit all required materials...
Introduction
As part of our commitment to supporting youth education, Florida PTA provides financial assistance to eligible students pursuing studies beyond high school. Scholarships are funded through Honorary Life Memberships, Scholarship Fund events, and other gifts and donations.
Scholarship Overview
Each year Florida PTA will award at least four (4) one-time, non-renewable scholarships—one in each of these categories: University, Fine Arts, Community College, and Vo-Tech. Each scholarship is for $2,000 and is intended to help a graduating student from a PTSA high school begin their post-secondary education.
Eligibility and Application Deadline
To be considered, applicants must submit all required materials...
Mat-Su Health Foundation Academic Scholarships
$9,000
Introduction
This scholarship supports studies in select fields at accredited colleges or universities. Below are the eligibility rules, who may not apply, deadlines, and the documents first-time applicants must submit.
Eligible programs
Applicants enrolled in or pursuing diploma, undergraduate, or graduate degrees in any of the following areas at an accredited institution are eligible:
- Early childhood education
- Special education
- Physical education
- Healthcare
- Human services
- Nonprofit management
Who may apply
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be eligible to receive Federal Student Aid
- Have been a resident of the Matanuska-Susitna (Mat-Su) Borough for at least...
Introduction
This scholarship supports studies in select fields at accredited colleges or universities. Below are the eligibility rules, who may not apply, deadlines, and the documents first-time applicants must submit.
Eligible programs
Applicants enrolled in or pursuing diploma, undergraduate, or graduate degrees in any of the following areas at an accredited institution are eligible:
- Early childhood education
- Special education
- Physical education
- Healthcare
- Human services
- Nonprofit management
Who may apply
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be eligible to receive Federal Student Aid
- Have been a resident of the Matanuska-Susitna (Mat-Su) Borough for at least...
Anne Byrd Scholarship
$650
Introduction
This scholarship was created to honor the memory of Anne Byrd, the former Chair of the James Island Constituent School Board. Anne Byrd is remembered for her dedication, hard work, and relentless advocacy for students, which transformed public education on James Island.
Award
- Typical award amount: $650
Eligibility
- Applicants must be students at a James Island Constituent District high school.
Application process and timeline
- Applications open online in mid-January.
- Each student submits a single application; the online system will automatically match you with scholarships for which you qualify.
- All application materials, including letters of...
Introduction
This scholarship was created to honor the memory of Anne Byrd, the former Chair of the James Island Constituent School Board. Anne Byrd is remembered for her dedication, hard work, and relentless advocacy for students, which transformed public education on James Island.
Award
- Typical award amount: $650
Eligibility
- Applicants must be students at a James Island Constituent District high school.
Application process and timeline
- Applications open online in mid-January.
- Each student submits a single application; the online system will automatically match you with scholarships for which you qualify.
- All application materials, including letters of...
Animal Welfare Institute Scholarship
$3,000
Introduction
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) works to better the lives of animals in laboratories, on farms, in commerce, in homes, and in the wild. After more than seven decades of advocacy, AWI has helped secure meaningful improvements for animals. To continue that legacy, AWI funds the Animal Welfare Institute Scholarship to support and encourage the next generation of leaders who will advance animal protection. Read on for the scholarship’s purpose and application requirements.
Eligibility
- Who may apply: U.S.-based high school seniors.
- Requirements: Applicants must have demonstrated commitment to animal protection through volunteer activities and/or advocacy efforts, and...
Introduction
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) works to better the lives of animals in laboratories, on farms, in commerce, in homes, and in the wild. After more than seven decades of advocacy, AWI has helped secure meaningful improvements for animals. To continue that legacy, AWI funds the Animal Welfare Institute Scholarship to support and encourage the next generation of leaders who will advance animal protection. Read on for the scholarship’s purpose and application requirements.
Eligibility
- Who may apply: U.S.-based high school seniors.
- Requirements: Applicants must have demonstrated commitment to animal protection through volunteer activities and/or advocacy efforts, and...
Nannie Norfleet Scholarship
$1,000
Nannie W. Norfleet Educational Scholarship — Guidelines
Overview
- One scholarship is awarded annually. The award amount is set by the Department Finance Committee.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a resident of North Carolina and demonstrate financial need for continuing education.
- Applicants must be either a high school senior or a member of the American Legion Auxiliary who wishes to pursue further education.
- Children or grandchildren of American Legion Auxiliary members will receive first consideration but eligibility is not limited to these relatives.
- Previous recipients of the Nannie W. Norfleet Scholarship are ineligible to apply again.
-...
Nannie W. Norfleet Educational Scholarship — Guidelines
Overview
- One scholarship is awarded annually. The award amount is set by the Department Finance Committee.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a resident of North Carolina and demonstrate financial need for continuing education.
- Applicants must be either a high school senior or a member of the American Legion Auxiliary who wishes to pursue further education.
- Children or grandchildren of American Legion Auxiliary members will receive first consideration but eligibility is not limited to these relatives.
- Previous recipients of the Nannie W. Norfleet Scholarship are ineligible to apply again.
-...
Textile Design Scholarship
$1,000
AATCC Foundation Textile Design Scholarship — $2,000
Overview
This $2,000 award supports undergraduate study in textile design and closely related programs.
Who is eligible
- Rising freshmen or current undergraduate students
- Enrolled at a college or university in the United States
- Pursuing coursework or a program in textile design or a related field
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident (Green Card)
Recipients may apply to receive funding for a second year.
How applications are evaluated
- Evidence of steady academic progress toward the intended degree
- Demonstrated financial...
AATCC Foundation Textile Design Scholarship — $2,000
Overview
This $2,000 award supports undergraduate study in textile design and closely related programs.
Who is eligible
- Rising freshmen or current undergraduate students
- Enrolled at a college or university in the United States
- Pursuing coursework or a program in textile design or a related field
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident (Green Card)
Recipients may apply to receive funding for a second year.
How applications are evaluated
- Evidence of steady academic progress toward the intended degree
- Demonstrated financial...
Textile Merchandising Scholarship
$2,000
AATCC Foundation Textile Merchandising Scholarship — Overview
The AATCC Foundation is offering a $2,000 scholarship directed at undergraduate students studying textile merchandising or closely related fields.
Who is eligible
- Rising first-year students and current undergraduates
- Enrolled at a college or university in the United States
- Pursuing coursework or a program in textile merchandising, retail, management, or similar concentrations
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- United States citizen or permanent resident (Green Card)
Note: Awardees may apply again to receive scholarship support for a second year.
How recipients are chosen
Selection is based...
AATCC Foundation Textile Merchandising Scholarship — Overview
The AATCC Foundation is offering a $2,000 scholarship directed at undergraduate students studying textile merchandising or closely related fields.
Who is eligible
- Rising first-year students and current undergraduates
- Enrolled at a college or university in the United States
- Pursuing coursework or a program in textile merchandising, retail, management, or similar concentrations
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- United States citizen or permanent resident (Green Card)
Note: Awardees may apply again to receive scholarship support for a second year.
How recipients are chosen
Selection is based...
Carolyn Elder Costume Design Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
This award is intended for a California high school senior who intends to pursue a postsecondary theatre degree emphasizing costume design.
Eligibility
- Current high school senior residing in California.
- Enrolled at a high school that has a theatre advisor who is an active CETA member.
- Plans to declare a theatre major or minor (at a college, university, or conservatory) with the objective of working in theatrical costume design (not fashion design).
Required application materials
- A student-written letter of intent describing your goals for obtaining a theatre degree with a focus on theatrical costume design. Maximum...
Overview
This award is intended for a California high school senior who intends to pursue a postsecondary theatre degree emphasizing costume design.
Eligibility
- Current high school senior residing in California.
- Enrolled at a high school that has a theatre advisor who is an active CETA member.
- Plans to declare a theatre major or minor (at a college, university, or conservatory) with the objective of working in theatrical costume design (not fashion design).
Required application materials
- A student-written letter of intent describing your goals for obtaining a theatre degree with a focus on theatrical costume design. Maximum...
College Now Scholarships
$5,000
Overview
College Now provides scholarship support for high school students who work with College Now advisors, as well as for adult learners. Donations from a variety of supporters fund these awards according to donor preferences. Our staff reviews each applicant’s eligibility against available scholarships and strives to award each student as many qualifying scholarships as possible.
Why it matters
These need-based, renewable awards help mitigate rising higher-education costs and respond to growing financial pressures faced by students. College Now’s efforts have a measurable effect:
- $9 million distributed each year
- Approximately 3,500 students and adult learners receive scholarships annually...
Overview
College Now provides scholarship support for high school students who work with College Now advisors, as well as for adult learners. Donations from a variety of supporters fund these awards according to donor preferences. Our staff reviews each applicant’s eligibility against available scholarships and strives to award each student as many qualifying scholarships as possible.
Why it matters
These need-based, renewable awards help mitigate rising higher-education costs and respond to growing financial pressures faced by students. College Now’s efforts have a measurable effect:
- $9 million distributed each year
- Approximately 3,500 students and adult learners receive scholarships annually...
Colorado Garden Foundation Scholarship
$20,000
Introduction
The Colorado Garden Foundation awards scholarships funded by proceeds from the annual Colorado Garden & Home Show and the Colorado Fall Home Show. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students enrolled at colleges or universities in Colorado. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year must be submitted by March 15, 2026.
Full-Ride Scholarship
- Award: Covers tuition, mandatory fees, room and board, and required textbooks for up to four years. A laptop and printer will be provided at the start of the freshman year.
- Eligibility: Open only to Colorado residents. Applicants must be incoming freshmen at a Colorado public...
Introduction
The Colorado Garden Foundation awards scholarships funded by proceeds from the annual Colorado Garden & Home Show and the Colorado Fall Home Show. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students enrolled at colleges or universities in Colorado. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year must be submitted by March 15, 2026.
Full-Ride Scholarship
- Award: Covers tuition, mandatory fees, room and board, and required textbooks for up to four years. A laptop and printer will be provided at the start of the freshman year.
- Eligibility: Open only to Colorado residents. Applicants must be incoming freshmen at a Colorado public...
FFBC Scholarship
$3,000
Overview
Each year the First Friday Breakfast Club (FFBC) grants scholarships to graduating Iowa high school seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to combating homophobia and promoting understanding and acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) issues within their schools and wider communities.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Iowa high schools and intend to continue their education at a college, university, community college, or other post‑secondary institution. There is no limitation on the type or geographic location of the school the student plans to attend.
Award amount and disbursement
Each scholarship is valued at $3,000. Funds are...
Overview
Each year the First Friday Breakfast Club (FFBC) grants scholarships to graduating Iowa high school seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to combating homophobia and promoting understanding and acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) issues within their schools and wider communities.
Eligibility
Applicants must be graduating seniors from Iowa high schools and intend to continue their education at a college, university, community college, or other post‑secondary institution. There is no limitation on the type or geographic location of the school the student plans to attend.
Award amount and disbursement
Each scholarship is valued at $3,000. Funds are...
