Scholarships
University Tutor holds a monthly $1,000 college scholarship contest where students write a short essay in response to a monthly prompt. The submitted essays are reviewed by University Tutor staff at the end of the month and one winner is chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship. Interested students can enter the contest here: http://www.universitytutor.com/scholarship-contest
Harvard University is offering free tuition to families of HONOR STUDENTS and if their income is less than $125,000 per year.
Visit http://www.fao.fas.harvard.edu/ or call 1-617-495-1581
Visit http://www.fao.fas.harvard.edu/ or call 1-617-495-1581
AXA Scholars Age: High School Senior
Due Date: February 1
Details: Every AXA branch in the nation gives up to 12 $2,000 scholarships. The application deadline is February 1, 2014, but if 10,000 applications are received before that date, the program will automatically close.
Requirements:
Website: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/community-scholarships.html
Heroes Of Heart Age: 9-18
Due Date: October 31
Details: The Christopher Reeve Award and the Heart of Gee Whiz Awards are presented annually to youth
demonstrating passion when serving their communities. Nominations are accepted from September 1 to October 31, 2014.
Requirements:
Website: http://www.heartofamerica.org/scholarships.htm
Horatio Alger Program Age: High School Senior
Due Date: Currently closed but their scholarship information will be updated in February 2014
Details: For students in financial need who are involved in extracurricular activities and have overcome adversity.
Requirements:
Website: https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/index.cfm
Jackie Robinson Minority Age: High School Senior
Due Date: February 15
Details: Provides scholarships to minority students demonstrating leadership potential and financial need. Applicants must use online application only.
Requirements:
Website: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/application.php
Prudential Spirit Of Community Award Age: Students in grades 5-12
Due Date: November 5
Details: The largest recognition program for youth based only on service. Providing recognition to youth in each state.
Requirements:
Website: http://spirit.prudential.com/view/page/soc
The Ultimate Scholarship Book can be checked out at your local Dallas Public Library.
Click here for the info.
Due Date: February 1
Details: Every AXA branch in the nation gives up to 12 $2,000 scholarships. The application deadline is February 1, 2014, but if 10,000 applications are received before that date, the program will automatically close.
Requirements:
Website: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/community-scholarships.html
Heroes Of Heart Age: 9-18
Due Date: October 31
Details: The Christopher Reeve Award and the Heart of Gee Whiz Awards are presented annually to youth
demonstrating passion when serving their communities. Nominations are accepted from September 1 to October 31, 2014.
Requirements:
Website: http://www.heartofamerica.org/scholarships.htm
Horatio Alger Program Age: High School Senior
Due Date: Currently closed but their scholarship information will be updated in February 2014
Details: For students in financial need who are involved in extracurricular activities and have overcome adversity.
Requirements:
Website: https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/index.cfm
Jackie Robinson Minority Age: High School Senior
Due Date: February 15
Details: Provides scholarships to minority students demonstrating leadership potential and financial need. Applicants must use online application only.
Requirements:
Website: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/application.php
Prudential Spirit Of Community Award Age: Students in grades 5-12
Due Date: November 5
Details: The largest recognition program for youth based only on service. Providing recognition to youth in each state.
Requirements:
Website: http://spirit.prudential.com/view/page/soc
The Ultimate Scholarship Book can be checked out at your local Dallas Public Library.
Click here for the info.
Grants For Youth Volunteers
Do Something Seed Grants
Under Age 25
Are you starting a project in the community?
Every week, one person will receive $500 to help kick start their project.
Ongoing
Captain Planet Grants
For Nonprofits
Grants awarded to projects which inspire youth and communities to participate in community service through environmental stewardship activities.
Apply by September 30th for spring and summer projects & by January 31st for fall and winter projects - See more at: http://captainplanetfoundation.org/apply-for-grants/
Do Something Seed Grants
Under Age 25
Are you starting a project in the community?
Every week, one person will receive $500 to help kick start their project.
Ongoing
Captain Planet Grants
For Nonprofits
Grants awarded to projects which inspire youth and communities to participate in community service through environmental stewardship activities.
Apply by September 30th for spring and summer projects & by January 31st for fall and winter projects - See more at: http://captainplanetfoundation.org/apply-for-grants/
