Volunteer Scholarships

Volunteer Scholarships

Volunteer work and community service are highly recognized areas when being considered for a school scholarship. The requirements and rewards for these volunteer scholarships vary based on the organization’s program, but these rewards can be very significant. If you are a future college student or you are returning to college, look into Volunteer Scholarships to find the assistance you need for school.

Junior League of Charleston Rebecca Dickson Goldsmith Scholarship

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Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation http://www.tgkvf.org This scholarship is available to a student who is a Kanawha County, West Virginia resident that demonstrates outstanding community service. Those who apply need to supply a detailed list of their volunteer experience as dating back to their freshman year of high school, as well as letters of reference from [...]

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Green Family Book Award

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CollegeBound Foundation http://www.collegeboundfoundation.org This is a one-time award in the amount of $800 given to a high school graduate who possesses a 3.0 GPA or higher. The student must also have verifiable community service experience, and demonstrate financial need. Those who apply must include an essay of 250 to 500 words that describes “a significant [...]

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Charles Cockett ‘Ohana Scholarship

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Ke Ali’i Pauahi Foundation http://www.pauahi.org This scholarship requires students to have a GPA of 2.0 or higher, as well as proven commitment to making a difference in the local community, and participation in activities at school. Applicants need to submit a Student Aid Report (SAR) and an essay in which they describe community service involvement, [...]

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American Traffic Safety Services Foundation

November 11, 2010

http://www.atssa.com/cs/roadway-traffic-safety-foundation Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship This scholarship will supply financial aid for post-high school education to the offspring of roadway workers permanently disabled or killed in work zone accidents, including the installation of roadway safety features  and mobile operations. The offspring are eligible for the annual scholarships from the American Traffic Safety Services Foundation in [...]

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Boy Scouts Of America-Muskingum Valley Council

July 12, 2010

http://www.learning-for-life.org Young American Award This is an award given to young adults between the ages of 15 and 25, who have excelled in the fields of athletics, art, education, business, government, humanities, science, religion, literature, music, or service.  Applicants are required to have been involved in service to their community, state, or country that added [...]

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American Legion Scholarships

May 24, 2010

http://www.legion.org American Legion National Headquarters Eagle Scout Of The Year The person that wins this contest will receive a $10,000 scholarship, and the 3 runners-up will each be presented with a scholarships of $2,500.  These four scholarships can be used to attend any state recognized postsecondary school in the United States. Award: This scholarship is [...]

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Chairscholars Foundation Inc. Scholarship

April 15, 2010

http://www.chairscholars.org Chairscholars Foundation Inc. Scholarships This scholarship award is for students with severe physical challenges.  Acceptable applicants are high school seniors or college freshmen.  Applicants should be exceptional citizens with track records of  participating in public service.  Applicants are required to have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.5.  Ten to twelve renewable scholarships [...]

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Ron Brown Scholarship – CAP Foundation

March 26, 2010

http://www.ronbrown.org Ron Brown Scholar Program This program aims to recognize African-American high school seniors who will make a meaningful contribution to the society.  All applicants must demonstrate superior academic performance, display exceptional leadership potential, take part in community service activities, and exhibit financial need.  Applicants must be citizens of the United States or hold a [...]

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The McNeely Foundation Scholarship For The Community Service Experienced

February 15, 2010

http://www.axaonline.com/axafoundation AXA Achievement Scholarship The McNeely Foundation Scholarship awarded to a single high school senior from each of the 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia.  This is a one-time award of $10,000.  Out of the 52 winners, 10 will be selected as national winners that will receive an additional $15,000, a new [...]

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