Thurston Climate Action Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Community Foundation of South Puget Sound

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound administers 26 distinct scholarship funds that provide a diverse array of awards and invite students from every background and field of study to apply. We also extend our deep gratitude to the donors, advisors, and scholarship committee members whose ongoing support fuels our students’ futures.

Important dates
- February 9: Scholarship applications open
- March 27: Scholarship applications close at 11:59 pm
- Mid‑May: Scholarship decisions will be communicated to all applicants
- May 18 – June 19: Renewal scholarships recertification period*

Students who currently hold renewable scholarships and are eligible for renewal in 2026 will be contacted by email with specific instructions.

How applications are reviewed
Community Foundation staff first check each submission for completeness before forwarding applications to the appropriate scholarship committees. Following the criteria and restrictions set by the donors, those committees — made up of high school counselors, college financial aid professionals, community volunteers, and members of the Community Foundation board — evaluate the applications and select recipients.

Award notification and claiming funds
If you are selected for an award, Community Foundation staff will send you the steps required to accept and receive your scholarship.