CollegeBound Foundation Competitive Scholarships
$10,000
2026–2027 Competitive Scholarship & College Completion Program — Applications Now Open
Overview
- Each year the CollegeBound Foundation distributes scholarships and grants to more than 500 students, thanks to the support of foundations, individuals, and corporate partners. Some awards come with specific donor- or organization-defined eligibility requirements.
- Annual scholarship funding exceeds $4 million, with individual awards ranging from $500 to $10,000 per academic year. Both renewable and non-renewable awards are offered.
- The Foundation also administers the need-based Last Dollar Grant: up to $5,000 per year for as many as five years of college for graduates of Baltimore City...
2026–2027 Competitive Scholarship & College Completion Program — Applications Now Open
Overview
- Each year the CollegeBound Foundation distributes scholarships and grants to more than 500 students, thanks to the support of foundations, individuals, and corporate partners. Some awards come with specific donor- or organization-defined eligibility requirements.
- Annual scholarship funding exceeds $4 million, with individual awards ranging from $500 to $10,000 per academic year. Both renewable and non-renewable awards are offered.
- The Foundation also administers the need-based Last Dollar Grant: up to $5,000 per year for as many as five years of college for graduates of Baltimore City...
Illinois Conservation Achievement Scholarship
$2,000
Introduction
The Illinois Conservation Foundation annually presents the Conservation Achievement Scholarship to support and inspire emerging leaders dedicated to maintaining and improving a sustainable outdoor environment.
Award details
Each year up to four one-time scholarships of $2,000 each are awarded to distinguished Illinois high school seniors who have shown proven, voluntary, and sustained commitment to preserving, protecting, enhancing, or promoting Illinois’ natural resources.
Eligibility
Applicants must be residents of Illinois and enrolled as seniors in an Illinois high school during the year the scholarship is granted.
History
The program has been awarding scholarships since 2005 thanks to the generous support...
Introduction
The Illinois Conservation Foundation annually presents the Conservation Achievement Scholarship to support and inspire emerging leaders dedicated to maintaining and improving a sustainable outdoor environment.
Award details
Each year up to four one-time scholarships of $2,000 each are awarded to distinguished Illinois high school seniors who have shown proven, voluntary, and sustained commitment to preserving, protecting, enhancing, or promoting Illinois’ natural resources.
Eligibility
Applicants must be residents of Illinois and enrolled as seniors in an Illinois high school during the year the scholarship is granted.
History
The program has been awarding scholarships since 2005 thanks to the generous support...
Phi Alpha Theta Doctoral Student Scholarship
$1,000
Phi Alpha Theta is continuing its annual Doctoral Student Scholarship program to support graduate student members engaged in advanced study. Eligible applicants are verified members who are pursuing a Ph.D. in History or Library Science–Archives and who will have passed their general examinations on or before February 16, 2026. Qualified applicants will be considered for one of the following awards:
- John T. Maple Scholarship — $1,000
- John Pine Memorial Award — $1,000
- Two additional scholarships — $850 each
Required application materials
To be considered, your submission must include all of the following items:
- Completed application form...
Phi Alpha Theta is continuing its annual Doctoral Student Scholarship program to support graduate student members engaged in advanced study. Eligible applicants are verified members who are pursuing a Ph.D. in History or Library Science–Archives and who will have passed their general examinations on or before February 16, 2026. Qualified applicants will be considered for one of the following awards:
- John T. Maple Scholarship — $1,000
- John Pine Memorial Award — $1,000
- Two additional scholarships — $850 each
Required application materials
To be considered, your submission must include all of the following items:
- Completed application form...
Dorian De Long Arts and Music Scholarship
$2,500
Overview
The Dorian De Long Arts and Music Grant exists to uplift educators and their students by expanding access to meaningful arts experiences. Individual teachers may apply for awards between $1,000 and $3,000 to fund projects that bring visual art, music, or theater into PK–12 classrooms in ways that model the importance of arts education and encourage ongoing community investment.
Program Objectives
- Expand sustained, regional access to arts education for all students.
- Create chances for young people (ages 4–18, PK–12) to engage with practicing artists in an instructional setting, prioritizing those with limited or no access to consistent,...
Overview
The Dorian De Long Arts and Music Grant exists to uplift educators and their students by expanding access to meaningful arts experiences. Individual teachers may apply for awards between $1,000 and $3,000 to fund projects that bring visual art, music, or theater into PK–12 classrooms in ways that model the importance of arts education and encourage ongoing community investment.
Program Objectives
- Expand sustained, regional access to arts education for all students.
- Create chances for young people (ages 4–18, PK–12) to engage with practicing artists in an instructional setting, prioritizing those with limited or no access to consistent,...
Greater Worcester Community Foundation Scholarships
$5,000
Introduction
Established in 1978, the Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s scholarship program has grown into the primary provider of scholarship aid for students from Worcester County.
Program overview and impact
Working with philanthropic partners, we create scholarship funds that help college-bound high school graduates pursue higher education. Since our inception in 1978:
- 150 scholarship funds have been established
- 9,943 awards have been made
- $14.8 million has been distributed
Who is eligible
Most awards are made to current high school seniors who reside in the 60 cities and towns of Worcester County and who plan to enroll full-time in...
Introduction
Established in 1978, the Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s scholarship program has grown into the primary provider of scholarship aid for students from Worcester County.
Program overview and impact
Working with philanthropic partners, we create scholarship funds that help college-bound high school graduates pursue higher education. Since our inception in 1978:
- 150 scholarship funds have been established
- 9,943 awards have been made
- $14.8 million has been distributed
Who is eligible
Most awards are made to current high school seniors who reside in the 60 cities and towns of Worcester County and who plan to enroll full-time in...
Ira Mitzner Collegiate Boxing Scholarship
$2,500
About Ira Mitzner
Ira Mitzner was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1947. Introduced to boxing by his grandfather as a child, the sport’s lessons in grit, resilience, and courage remained with him throughout life—even though he stepped away from active training until age 50. Ira enjoyed a distinguished career as an attorney and took particular satisfaction in quietly mentoring associates and paralegals with a firm but compassionate and perceptive approach. At 50 he returned to boxing and spent the final 16 years of his life training and sparring. Though he never sought competitive accolades, he approached every session determined...
About Ira Mitzner
Ira Mitzner was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1947. Introduced to boxing by his grandfather as a child, the sport’s lessons in grit, resilience, and courage remained with him throughout life—even though he stepped away from active training until age 50. Ira enjoyed a distinguished career as an attorney and took particular satisfaction in quietly mentoring associates and paralegals with a firm but compassionate and perceptive approach. At 50 he returned to boxing and spent the final 16 years of his life training and sparring. Though he never sought competitive accolades, he approached every session determined...
JACL National Scholarship Program
$5,000
Overview
Since 1946, the JACL National Scholarship and Awards Program has supported students pursuing higher education. The program currently presents more than 30 distinct awards and, each year, distributes in excess of $70,000 in scholarships to eligible applicants nationwide. All awards are one-time payments.
Who the scholarships serve
Scholarships are available to incoming freshmen, continuing undergraduates, graduate and law students, applicants in the creative and performing arts, and students with demonstrated financial need.
Local chapter scholarships
In addition to these national awards, many individual JACL chapters run their own local scholarship programs.
Eligibility
- Membership: Every applicant must be a...
Overview
Since 1946, the JACL National Scholarship and Awards Program has supported students pursuing higher education. The program currently presents more than 30 distinct awards and, each year, distributes in excess of $70,000 in scholarships to eligible applicants nationwide. All awards are one-time payments.
Who the scholarships serve
Scholarships are available to incoming freshmen, continuing undergraduates, graduate and law students, applicants in the creative and performing arts, and students with demonstrated financial need.
Local chapter scholarships
In addition to these national awards, many individual JACL chapters run their own local scholarship programs.
Eligibility
- Membership: Every applicant must be a...
La Plata Electric Association Scholarships
$28,000
Introduction
LPEA is offering two renewable scholarships to support students pursuing careers with rural electric cooperatives. Each award provides $7,000 per year for up to four years to cover tuition, fees, and books. These scholarships are intended for graduating high school students who plan to enroll full-time at a U.S. accredited college or university. Recipients must remain enrolled full-time and meet the academic requirements listed below to keep the funding.
Who is eligible
- Must be a member of LPEA.
- Must have graduated from a high school (including homeschool programs) or earned a GED within LPEA’s service area (including...
Introduction
LPEA is offering two renewable scholarships to support students pursuing careers with rural electric cooperatives. Each award provides $7,000 per year for up to four years to cover tuition, fees, and books. These scholarships are intended for graduating high school students who plan to enroll full-time at a U.S. accredited college or university. Recipients must remain enrolled full-time and meet the academic requirements listed below to keep the funding.
Who is eligible
- Must be a member of LPEA.
- Must have graduated from a high school (including homeschool programs) or earned a GED within LPEA’s service area (including...
Alabama PTA Scholarships
$500
Alabama PTA provides a range of scholarships and grants to advance its work supporting students, families, and educators throughout the state. These awards aim to:
- Promote academic achievement and help students reach postsecondary and career goals.
- Supply teachers and schools with funding for classroom resources, programs, and innovative initiatives.
- Increase access by offering financial assistance so opportunities are available regardless of a family’s financial situation.
- Strengthen family–school–community partnerships that support student success.
Eligibility overview
- Local unit PTAs in good standing may apply where noted.
- Individual applicants must meet the specific award criteria (see each...
Alabama PTA provides a range of scholarships and grants to advance its work supporting students, families, and educators throughout the state. These awards aim to:
- Promote academic achievement and help students reach postsecondary and career goals.
- Supply teachers and schools with funding for classroom resources, programs, and innovative initiatives.
- Increase access by offering financial assistance so opportunities are available regardless of a family’s financial situation.
- Strengthen family–school–community partnerships that support student success.
Eligibility overview
- Local unit PTAs in good standing may apply where noted.
- Individual applicants must meet the specific award criteria (see each...
National Catholic Committee on Scouting Scholarships
$5,000
Overview
The National Catholic Committee on Scouting (NCCS) annually awards fourteen undergraduate scholarships totaling $38,000 through its Scholarship Program. A single application automatically places the candidate in consideration for any of the fourteen awards. These scholarships support Catholic, service-minded high school seniors who are active in a Scouting America program and plan to pursue college studies.
In addition, NCCS grants one $2,000 continuing education scholarship for a prior NCCS scholarship recipient who is currently enrolled in college or graduate school and who continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to service. See the eligibility rules below.
Since 2005, NCCS has distributed...
Overview
The National Catholic Committee on Scouting (NCCS) annually awards fourteen undergraduate scholarships totaling $38,000 through its Scholarship Program. A single application automatically places the candidate in consideration for any of the fourteen awards. These scholarships support Catholic, service-minded high school seniors who are active in a Scouting America program and plan to pursue college studies.
In addition, NCCS grants one $2,000 continuing education scholarship for a prior NCCS scholarship recipient who is currently enrolled in college or graduate school and who continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to service. See the eligibility rules below.
Since 2005, NCCS has distributed...
George E. Allen Scholarship
$2,000
Introduction
The George E. Allen Academic Scholarship honors the legacy of our founder, George E. Allen, Sr. Mr. Allen faced significant adversity in his youth — including the tragic death of his mother — and supported himself through both college and law school. He later established Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen, which has become one of Virginia’s and the nation’s leading personal injury law practices. This scholarship recognizes students who, despite personal hardships, have achieved strong academic results and demonstrated perseverance.
A note from the firm
“The Allen Law Firm is pleased to present the George E. Allen Scholarship to...
Introduction
The George E. Allen Academic Scholarship honors the legacy of our founder, George E. Allen, Sr. Mr. Allen faced significant adversity in his youth — including the tragic death of his mother — and supported himself through both college and law school. He later established Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen, which has become one of Virginia’s and the nation’s leading personal injury law practices. This scholarship recognizes students who, despite personal hardships, have achieved strong academic results and demonstrated perseverance.
A note from the firm
“The Allen Law Firm is pleased to present the George E. Allen Scholarship to...
GIAR Grandmother’s First-Generation Scholarship
$2,500
Overview
The GIAR Grandmothers Scholarship supports first-generation young women of Portuguese, Mexican, Central American, or South American ancestry who reside in Nevada or Hawaii. Applicants must be under 25 years old. For this program, “first-generation” refers to a young woman who has immigrated to the United States and become a naturalized citizen, or who is the daughter of an immigrant from the listed ancestries. The student must live in Nevada or Hawaii to qualify.
Award amount and renewal
- Standard award: a one-time grant of up to $5,000, awarded based on demonstrated financial need. Need will be confirmed by the...
Overview
The GIAR Grandmothers Scholarship supports first-generation young women of Portuguese, Mexican, Central American, or South American ancestry who reside in Nevada or Hawaii. Applicants must be under 25 years old. For this program, “first-generation” refers to a young woman who has immigrated to the United States and become a naturalized citizen, or who is the daughter of an immigrant from the listed ancestries. The student must live in Nevada or Hawaii to qualify.
Award amount and renewal
- Standard award: a one-time grant of up to $5,000, awarded based on demonstrated financial need. Need will be confirmed by the...
