Forever Friends Diana Lain Hughes Scholarship
$2,000
Forever Friend Diana Lain Hughes Scholarship Fund — Program Summary
Purpose
The Forever Friend Diana Lain Hughes Scholarship Fund awards annual scholarships to graduating seniors or alumni of the Shawnee Mission School District who express an intention to pursue careers in teaching, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or speech‑language pathology.
Who may apply
Eligible applicants fall into one of the following categories:
- Current graduating seniors of Shawnee Mission North High School who plan to pursue a career in teaching, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or speech‑language pathology; OR
- Graduates of the Shawnee Mission School District who are enrolled...
Forever Friend Diana Lain Hughes Scholarship Fund — Program Summary
Purpose
The Forever Friend Diana Lain Hughes Scholarship Fund awards annual scholarships to graduating seniors or alumni of the Shawnee Mission School District who express an intention to pursue careers in teaching, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or speech‑language pathology.
Who may apply
Eligible applicants fall into one of the following categories:
- Current graduating seniors of Shawnee Mission North High School who plan to pursue a career in teaching, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or speech‑language pathology; OR
- Graduates of the Shawnee Mission School District who are enrolled...
Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant Program
$16,000
Important dates
- The application period for the 2025–2026 academic year ends on April 1, 2026.
- The application for the 2026–2027 academic year will open on January 15, 2026 and will close on October 15, 2026.
How to apply
- Submit your application online through the Maryland College Aid Processing System (MDCAPS) using the MHEC One App to be considered for the Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant (WSSAG).
- Although not mandatory, students who want need-based consideration should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year in which they will attend school. File the...
Important dates
- The application period for the 2025–2026 academic year ends on April 1, 2026.
- The application for the 2026–2027 academic year will open on January 15, 2026 and will close on October 15, 2026.
How to apply
- Submit your application online through the Maryland College Aid Processing System (MDCAPS) using the MHEC One App to be considered for the Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant (WSSAG).
- Although not mandatory, students who want need-based consideration should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year in which they will attend school. File the...
Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Scholarships
$10,000
Introduction
The Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts recognizes that college can be costly and aims to ease that burden for students residing in Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties. Through more than 160 distinct scholarship funds, the Foundation awards over 1,000 individual scholarships each year—totaling roughly $1.4 million—to help students reach their degree goals.
General rules
- Awards are made for a single academic year and do not renew automatically.
- Students may reapply every year they plan to attend college; each year’s submission will be reviewed for all scholarships for which the applicant qualifies.
Application timeline
- January: The online...
Introduction
The Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts recognizes that college can be costly and aims to ease that burden for students residing in Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties. Through more than 160 distinct scholarship funds, the Foundation awards over 1,000 individual scholarships each year—totaling roughly $1.4 million—to help students reach their degree goals.
General rules
- Awards are made for a single academic year and do not renew automatically.
- Students may reapply every year they plan to attend college; each year’s submission will be reviewed for all scholarships for which the applicant qualifies.
Application timeline
- January: The online...
Grand Rapids Community Foundation Scholarships
$5,000
A boost for your college journey Submit a single online application and you'll be considered for hundreds of scholarship awards for undergraduate and graduate study. Most awards are reserved for students who live in West Michigan and/or are enrolled at a Michigan college or university. If you have questions while applying, please contact our team. The General Scholarship application is available from December 1 through March 1 each year. Who is eligible - Students pursuing college or graduate degrees. - Priority is given to applicants from West Michigan and/or those attending school in Michigan. (If you’re unsure about eligibility, reach...
A boost for your college journey Submit a single online application and you'll be considered for hundreds of scholarship awards for undergraduate and graduate study. Most awards are reserved for students who live in West Michigan and/or are enrolled at a Michigan college or university. If you have questions while applying, please contact our team. The General Scholarship application is available from December 1 through March 1 each year. Who is eligible - Students pursuing college or graduate degrees. - Priority is given to applicants from West Michigan and/or those attending school in Michigan. (If you’re unsure about eligibility, reach...
Detroit Economic Club Scholarship
$2,000
Introduction
The Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program helps students from Detroit and the surrounding counties of Macomb, Oakland and Wayne pursue undergraduate study. Each fall, up to two renewable scholarships of $2,000 each are awarded to students beginning their first year of college. Recipients may seek renewal in each of up to three additional years, when eligible. Award decisions are made with guidance from the Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program Advisory Committee. Scholarship information and application materials are posted on the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan website: http://cfsem.org/scholarships. The application deadline is March 15.
Background
The Detroit Economic Club Education...
Introduction
The Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program helps students from Detroit and the surrounding counties of Macomb, Oakland and Wayne pursue undergraduate study. Each fall, up to two renewable scholarships of $2,000 each are awarded to students beginning their first year of college. Recipients may seek renewal in each of up to three additional years, when eligible. Award decisions are made with guidance from the Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program Advisory Committee. Scholarship information and application materials are posted on the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan website: http://cfsem.org/scholarships. The application deadline is March 15.
Background
The Detroit Economic Club Education...
Robert Holmes Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program helps students from Detroit and the surrounding counties of Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne pursue undergraduate education. Each year up to two renewable awards of $2,000 each are available to students beginning college as freshmen in the fall. Recipients may apply for renewal for up to three additional years. The Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program Advisory Committee assists in selecting awardees.
Background
The Detroit Economic Club Education Endowment Fund was created with contributions from the Detroit Economic Club to provide post‑secondary scholarships to qualifying residents of the metropolitan Detroit area. Scholarship application materials are...
Introduction
The Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program helps students from Detroit and the surrounding counties of Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne pursue undergraduate education. Each year up to two renewable awards of $2,000 each are available to students beginning college as freshmen in the fall. Recipients may apply for renewal for up to three additional years. The Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program Advisory Committee assists in selecting awardees.
Background
The Detroit Economic Club Education Endowment Fund was created with contributions from the Detroit Economic Club to provide post‑secondary scholarships to qualifying residents of the metropolitan Detroit area. Scholarship application materials are...
Imelda "Mel" And Ralph Lemar Scholarship
$800
Introduction
The Imelda Mel and Ralph LeMar Scholarship was created to assist scholar‑athletes who graduate from Fowlerville High School with financial support for higher education. The inaugural award was presented in 2000. Application materials can be picked up in the Fowlerville High School Counseling Office or downloaded from the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan website: http://cfsem.org/scholarships. The application deadline is March 15 each year.
Background
Imelda and Ralph LeMar established this fund to benefit students graduating from Fowlerville public schools.
Who is eligible
- Seniors who are on track to graduate from Fowlerville High School are eligible to apply.
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Introduction
The Imelda Mel and Ralph LeMar Scholarship was created to assist scholar‑athletes who graduate from Fowlerville High School with financial support for higher education. The inaugural award was presented in 2000. Application materials can be picked up in the Fowlerville High School Counseling Office or downloaded from the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan website: http://cfsem.org/scholarships. The application deadline is March 15 each year.
Background
Imelda and Ralph LeMar established this fund to benefit students graduating from Fowlerville public schools.
Who is eligible
- Seniors who are on track to graduate from Fowlerville High School are eligible to apply.
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Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber Scholarship Program exists to help students from communities served by the Chamber pursue undergraduate studies. Each year up to two renewable awards of $1,000 apiece will be granted to students beginning their first year of college in the fall. Award decisions are made with guidance from the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber Scholarship Program Advisory Committee.
Overview of Award Purpose and Special Designation
The Fund was established to provide post-secondary scholarships to qualified residents within the Chamber’s service area and to support other charitable activities in Southern Wayne County. The scholarship fund was...
Introduction
The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber Scholarship Program exists to help students from communities served by the Chamber pursue undergraduate studies. Each year up to two renewable awards of $1,000 apiece will be granted to students beginning their first year of college in the fall. Award decisions are made with guidance from the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber Scholarship Program Advisory Committee.
Overview of Award Purpose and Special Designation
The Fund was established to provide post-secondary scholarships to qualified residents within the Chamber’s service area and to support other charitable activities in Southern Wayne County. The scholarship fund was...
New Jersey Part-Time Tuition Aid Grant
$1,097
The County College Part-Time TAG Program offers financial assistance to qualifying students who are enrolled for 6-11 credits. The grant amount awarded to each student is determined by their financial need, the cost of their education, and the funds available.Criteria for QualificationApplicants must meet the following criteria:A) Possess a high school diploma or its recognized equivalentB) Show evidence of financial needC) Be a citizen, a qualifying non-citizen, or eligible to submit the NJ Alternative Financial Aid ApplicationD) Have been a New Jersey resident for a minimum of 12 consecutive months immediately before enrollmentE) Be registered with the Selective Service (if...
The County College Part-Time TAG Program offers financial assistance to qualifying students who are enrolled for 6-11 credits. The grant amount awarded to each student is determined by their financial need, the cost of their education, and the funds available.Criteria for QualificationApplicants must meet the following criteria:A) Possess a high school diploma or its recognized equivalentB) Show evidence of financial needC) Be a citizen, a qualifying non-citizen, or eligible to submit the NJ Alternative Financial Aid ApplicationD) Have been a New Jersey resident for a minimum of 12 consecutive months immediately before enrollmentE) Be registered with the Selective Service (if...
Winston Salem Foundation Scholarships
$5,000
Intro
Since 1923 neighbors and local supporters have pooled resources so more students from our area can reach their full potential. Today we administer more than 160 scholarship funds. This school year those awards supported 582 students from Forsyth, Davidson, Davie, Stokes, Surry, Wilkes, and Yadkin Counties, distributing $1.7 million.
Who can apply
We offer scholarships for a wide array of students and situations. Awards vary by criteria — interests, field of study, GPA and other factors — and many opportunities are open regardless of your GPA, high school, or the college you plan to attend. Most funds are aimed...
Intro
Since 1923 neighbors and local supporters have pooled resources so more students from our area can reach their full potential. Today we administer more than 160 scholarship funds. This school year those awards supported 582 students from Forsyth, Davidson, Davie, Stokes, Surry, Wilkes, and Yadkin Counties, distributing $1.7 million.
Who can apply
We offer scholarships for a wide array of students and situations. Awards vary by criteria — interests, field of study, GPA and other factors — and many opportunities are open regardless of your GPA, high school, or the college you plan to attend. Most funds are aimed...
Oklahoma Tuition Equalization Grant Program
$2,000
Introduction
Many Oklahomans want to help hardworking students from families that struggle to cover college costs. If you’re committed to pursuing higher education and putting in the effort, Oklahoma offers resources to help make that goal attainable through programs such as Oklahoma’s Promise.
Oklahoma State Scholarship Programs
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education manage a range of scholarships and grants designed to reduce the cost of college for qualifying students. Program requirements and award amounts differ by program.
How to get more information
For details, eligibility rules, and application materials, ask your school counselor for the State Regents’ Counselors’...
Introduction
Many Oklahomans want to help hardworking students from families that struggle to cover college costs. If you’re committed to pursuing higher education and putting in the effort, Oklahoma offers resources to help make that goal attainable through programs such as Oklahoma’s Promise.
Oklahoma State Scholarship Programs
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education manage a range of scholarships and grants designed to reduce the cost of college for qualifying students. Program requirements and award amounts differ by program.
How to get more information
For details, eligibility rules, and application materials, ask your school counselor for the State Regents’ Counselors’...
National Restaurant Association Scholarships
$10,000
Overview
The NRAEF distributes more than $1 million in scholarships each year to students working toward post-secondary degrees in the restaurant, foodservice, and hospitality fields.
Background and impact
Since the program began in 1987, the Foundation has granted in excess of $27 million in scholarships and grants to more than 6,000 students and foodservice educators pursuing restaurant-related degrees and professional training. In addition to student scholarships, the Foundation offers grants for educators and funding to support individuals seeking industry certifications to further their careers.
Who is eligible
Applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary degree in the restaurant, foodservice, or hospitality...
Overview
The NRAEF distributes more than $1 million in scholarships each year to students working toward post-secondary degrees in the restaurant, foodservice, and hospitality fields.
Background and impact
Since the program began in 1987, the Foundation has granted in excess of $27 million in scholarships and grants to more than 6,000 students and foodservice educators pursuing restaurant-related degrees and professional training. In addition to student scholarships, the Foundation offers grants for educators and funding to support individuals seeking industry certifications to further their careers.
Who is eligible
Applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary degree in the restaurant, foodservice, or hospitality...
