Montrose Chamber Ken Gale Scholarship
$1,500
Introduction
Ken Gale served Montrose with distinction as Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, City Councilman, and Mayor. The Montrose Chamber – Ken Gale Scholarship honors his commitment to business, public service, and community life by recognizing a student who reflects the same dedication and civic-minded spirit Mr. Gale demonstrated.
Award
For 2026 one nonrenewable scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded. This scholarship is not based on financial need.
Deadline and Contact
Deadline: March 16, 2026
Questions: scholarships@montrosecf.org
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be either a graduating senior from a Montrose County high school or...
Introduction
Ken Gale served Montrose with distinction as Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, City Councilman, and Mayor. The Montrose Chamber – Ken Gale Scholarship honors his commitment to business, public service, and community life by recognizing a student who reflects the same dedication and civic-minded spirit Mr. Gale demonstrated.
Award
For 2026 one nonrenewable scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded. This scholarship is not based on financial need.
Deadline and Contact
Deadline: March 16, 2026
Questions: scholarships@montrosecf.org
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be either a graduating senior from a Montrose County high school or...
James Ledwith Memorial Scholarship
$2,000
Purpose and background
The James Ledwith Memorial Scholarship Fund was created in 2011 by family and friends of James Ledwith and is held at the Albuquerque Community Foundation. Its purpose is to help students who have experienced significant life hardships but have continued to pursue their dreams with hope, faith, and courage. Awards support post‑secondary study that advances a student’s life dream and professional or educational goals.
Motto
For hope, faith and courage to pursue dreams in the face of adversity.
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors who live in the Albuquerque metropolitan area (Bernalillo, Valencia, Torrance, or...
Purpose and background
The James Ledwith Memorial Scholarship Fund was created in 2011 by family and friends of James Ledwith and is held at the Albuquerque Community Foundation. Its purpose is to help students who have experienced significant life hardships but have continued to pursue their dreams with hope, faith, and courage. Awards support post‑secondary study that advances a student’s life dream and professional or educational goals.
Motto
For hope, faith and courage to pursue dreams in the face of adversity.
Who is eligible
- Graduating high school seniors who live in the Albuquerque metropolitan area (Bernalillo, Valencia, Torrance, or...
Kiwanis Club of Albuquerque Scholarship Program
$1,000
Overview The Kiwanis Club of Albuquerque Scholarship Fund exists to honor graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated substantial community service and solid academic achievement. Established to highlight students with a meaningful record of volunteer involvement, the fund awards between one and four scholarships each year, with individual awards of up to $1,000. Who may apply (Eligibility) - Graduating seniors from an Albuquerque metropolitan area high school (includes Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia, and Torrance counties). - Students planning to pursue a career in child development and/or teaching are especially encouraged to apply. - Applicants must plan to attend a nonprofit or...
Overview The Kiwanis Club of Albuquerque Scholarship Fund exists to honor graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated substantial community service and solid academic achievement. Established to highlight students with a meaningful record of volunteer involvement, the fund awards between one and four scholarships each year, with individual awards of up to $1,000. Who may apply (Eligibility) - Graduating seniors from an Albuquerque metropolitan area high school (includes Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia, and Torrance counties). - Students planning to pursue a career in child development and/or teaching are especially encouraged to apply. - Applicants must plan to attend a nonprofit or...
Ella, Michael and Ella Memorial Scholarship
$2,000
Introduction
The Aldo Leopold Charter School Ella, Michael, and Ella Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the memories of students Ella Kirk, Michael Mahl, and Ella Myers, who tragically died in a small aircraft accident in May 2014. Their passion for environmental study, music and the arts, and their deep commitment to civic participation continue to inspire the school community.
Purpose
This endowment preserves their legacy by offering financial assistance to Aldo Leopold Charter School graduates as they pursue further education. The scholarship seeks to encourage young people to follow interests in environmental stewardship, the arts and music, and community...
Introduction
The Aldo Leopold Charter School Ella, Michael, and Ella Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the memories of students Ella Kirk, Michael Mahl, and Ella Myers, who tragically died in a small aircraft accident in May 2014. Their passion for environmental study, music and the arts, and their deep commitment to civic participation continue to inspire the school community.
Purpose
This endowment preserves their legacy by offering financial assistance to Aldo Leopold Charter School graduates as they pursue further education. The scholarship seeks to encourage young people to follow interests in environmental stewardship, the arts and music, and community...
Wightman Scholarships
$2,000
Wightman Scholarship Program - The program offers two scholarships, each worth up to $2,000. These are the John & Jan Wightman Scholarship and the Byron & Bessie Wightman Memorial Scholarship. To be considered eligible, applicants must be in their sophomore or junior year of college and have successfully completed a minimum of 30 college hours. They must also have maintained a GPA of 3.2 or above at any accredited four-year college, whether it's located in Nebraska or elsewhere. Preference will be given to applicants who meet one or more of the following criteria: (1) They have shown a keen interest...
Wightman Scholarship Program - The program offers two scholarships, each worth up to $2,000. These are the John & Jan Wightman Scholarship and the Byron & Bessie Wightman Memorial Scholarship. To be considered eligible, applicants must be in their sophomore or junior year of college and have successfully completed a minimum of 30 college hours. They must also have maintained a GPA of 3.2 or above at any accredited four-year college, whether it's located in Nebraska or elsewhere. Preference will be given to applicants who meet one or more of the following criteria: (1) They have shown a keen interest...
Oregon Trail Agri-Business Scholarship
$2,000
Agri-Business Scholarship — Overview
The Agri-Business Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors from select Nebraska and Wyoming counties who plan to study an agricultural science–related major at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or technical school.
Eligible applicants
- Residents of Banner, Kimball, Morrill, Scotts Bluff, or Sioux Counties in Nebraska, or Goshen or Platte Counties in Wyoming.
- High school graduating seniors who intend to declare an agricultural science–related major.
- Must enroll as full-time students (full-time status determined by the chosen institution).
Award details
- Two scholarships are awarded each year.
- Each scholarship is $2,000.
Minimum...
Agri-Business Scholarship — Overview
The Agri-Business Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors from select Nebraska and Wyoming counties who plan to study an agricultural science–related major at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or technical school.
Eligible applicants
- Residents of Banner, Kimball, Morrill, Scotts Bluff, or Sioux Counties in Nebraska, or Goshen or Platte Counties in Wyoming.
- High school graduating seniors who intend to declare an agricultural science–related major.
- Must enroll as full-time students (full-time status determined by the chosen institution).
Award details
- Two scholarships are awarded each year.
- Each scholarship is $2,000.
Minimum...
Hispanic Advisory Committee Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
Each year the Hispanic Advisory Committee awards scholarships to residents of Scotts Bluff County of Hispanic heritage who are pursuing undergraduate study. Awards are available to graduating high school seniors and to students already enrolled in undergraduate college programs. The number of scholarships and total award amounts change annually based on the Hispanic Advisory Committee’s funding; awards may be renewable.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Hispanic Advisory Committee Scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a United States citizen.
- Have at least one parent of Hispanic descent.
- Live in Scotts Bluff County or...
Overview
Each year the Hispanic Advisory Committee awards scholarships to residents of Scotts Bluff County of Hispanic heritage who are pursuing undergraduate study. Awards are available to graduating high school seniors and to students already enrolled in undergraduate college programs. The number of scholarships and total award amounts change annually based on the Hispanic Advisory Committee’s funding; awards may be renewable.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Hispanic Advisory Committee Scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a United States citizen.
- Have at least one parent of Hispanic descent.
- Live in Scotts Bluff County or...
Orpha J. & Ernest Milbradt Scholarship
$500
Introduction
The Orpha J. & Ernest Milbradt Scholarship was created to support students who plan to enroll at Kansas State University (KSU) or the University of Kansas (KU).
Award Amount
Two new scholarships of $500 each will be granted. Each award can be renewed annually for up to three additional years (maximum duration of four years total, including the initial award).
Eligible Applicants
- Kansas high school seniors who are entering KSU or KU.
Selection Criteria
Applicants must meet the following:
- Be admitted to and plan to attend either KSU or KU.
- Hold a cumulative GPA of at...
Introduction
The Orpha J. & Ernest Milbradt Scholarship was created to support students who plan to enroll at Kansas State University (KSU) or the University of Kansas (KU).
Award Amount
Two new scholarships of $500 each will be granted. Each award can be renewed annually for up to three additional years (maximum duration of four years total, including the initial award).
Eligible Applicants
- Kansas high school seniors who are entering KSU or KU.
Selection Criteria
Applicants must meet the following:
- Be admitted to and plan to attend either KSU or KU.
- Hold a cumulative GPA of at...
Forget Me Not Scholarship
$500
Our donors are committed to supporting the leaders of tomorrow. Through the generosity of our fund holders, these scholarships were created at the Wichita Foundation to offer financial support to students enrolled in accredited colleges, universities, and technical schools.
How to Apply
Each scholarship carries its own eligibility rules and award conditions. To simplify the process, we use a single, unified application that matches you to scholarships for which you qualify.
Get started:
1. Go to the Scholarship Portal linked below and fill out the general application.
2. You will be automatically matched to the awards that fit your profile....
Our donors are committed to supporting the leaders of tomorrow. Through the generosity of our fund holders, these scholarships were created at the Wichita Foundation to offer financial support to students enrolled in accredited colleges, universities, and technical schools.
How to Apply
Each scholarship carries its own eligibility rules and award conditions. To simplify the process, we use a single, unified application that matches you to scholarships for which you qualify.
Get started:
1. Go to the Scholarship Portal linked below and fill out the general application.
2. You will be automatically matched to the awards that fit your profile....
Corpus Christi Education Foundation Community Scholarship
$5,000
Application window and purpose
- The CBCF Online Scholarship Application opens annually from December 15 through March 1. Awards made through this application will support the next academic year.
Eligibility
- Scholarships are restricted to students who graduated from a high school located in one of the counties within the Coastal Bend Community Foundation (CBCF) service area: Aransas, Bee, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Nueces, Refugio, and San Patricio.
Before you begin
- Review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) before starting your application.
Funding and impact
- Thanks to the generosity of many donors, CBCF administers scholarships from more than 100 separate...
Application window and purpose
- The CBCF Online Scholarship Application opens annually from December 15 through March 1. Awards made through this application will support the next academic year.
Eligibility
- Scholarships are restricted to students who graduated from a high school located in one of the counties within the Coastal Bend Community Foundation (CBCF) service area: Aransas, Bee, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Nueces, Refugio, and San Patricio.
Before you begin
- Review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) before starting your application.
Funding and impact
- Thanks to the generosity of many donors, CBCF administers scholarships from more than 100 separate...
Justin Forrest Cox Memorial Scholarship
$2,500
Purpose
This scholarship honors the memory of Justin Forrest Cox, who passed away at age 16. Justin was widely respected, had a gift for making friends, and showed promise for a bright future cut short. He admired people who persevered in the face of great challenges. The award supports students who have “Beaten the Odds.”
Award amount
Amounts vary. Awards are designated for tuition and books only. Unused funds may be carried forward to subsequent years; carried-over funds require the recipient to maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be graduates of a Victoria ISD high school.
-...
Purpose
This scholarship honors the memory of Justin Forrest Cox, who passed away at age 16. Justin was widely respected, had a gift for making friends, and showed promise for a bright future cut short. He admired people who persevered in the face of great challenges. The award supports students who have “Beaten the Odds.”
Award amount
Amounts vary. Awards are designated for tuition and books only. Unused funds may be carried forward to subsequent years; carried-over funds require the recipient to maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be graduates of a Victoria ISD high school.
-...
San Patricio/Aransas County A&H Scholarships
$4,000
Overview This scholarship, created by San Patricio and Aransas County, is intended to support students in completing high school and pursuing a college education. The award is $4,000 total, distributed over four years, and multiple scholarships are available. Who may apply Applicants must: - Be a graduating high school senior residing in San Patricio County or Aransas County. - Be an active participant in their county chapter of FFA, FCCLA, or 4‑H (San Patricio or Aransas County). - Have participated in the San Patricio and Aransas County A&H Show for at least two years. - Be enrolled in and maintain...
Overview This scholarship, created by San Patricio and Aransas County, is intended to support students in completing high school and pursuing a college education. The award is $4,000 total, distributed over four years, and multiple scholarships are available. Who may apply Applicants must: - Be a graduating high school senior residing in San Patricio County or Aransas County. - Be an active participant in their county chapter of FFA, FCCLA, or 4‑H (San Patricio or Aransas County). - Have participated in the San Patricio and Aransas County A&H Show for at least two years. - Be enrolled in and maintain...
